Wednesday, December 13, 2017
The front door lock is your first step in home security Locks can vary a lot in terms of the level of security they offer a home. The cheapest lock is not your friend and might offer no real security against break in. What is your lock vulnerable to? Is it bump and pick resistant? Is the metal weak so that it can be broken into with blunt force or drilled out? What steps has the manufacturer taken to fortify it against covert and violent entry? The handle or knob is not as important as the deadbolt that you choose. The deadbolt is the most important lock in your home security arsenal because it is harder to manipulate a bolt than a spring loaded latch. The outer casing of the deadbolt is designed in such a way to prevent many of the quick attack methods that a burglar depends on. Everything about front door security is built off of the locks you are using. Without knowing about your locks you will not know what other types of front door security you need, and how much more security is necessary. The main consideration is not whether you should upgrade your locks to something stronger, but rather should a locksmith change your door locks for you. We can come to your home or business and perform a quick security audit to determine the weak link in the security chain. Key Takeaways: Front door security begins with your locks. Locks need to prevent covert and destructive entry. Find out how secure your locks are before you move on to the other aspects of your home security.
Posted at 06:01 PM