Start with every exterior door and gate that can lead into your home. Rekey working locks, replace damaged hardware, and remove old access from remotes, codes, and spare keys.
Home Security
Residential Garage Door Security and Access Planning
A secure garage plan starts with the overhead door, the door into the home, remotes, keypads, and safe emergency access.
How to Manage Home Access for Guests and Contractors
Temporary and recurring visitors create different access needs. Choose codes, supervised entry, controlled keys, or rekeying based on who needs to enter and for how long.
High-security vs standard locks for front and back doors
High-security locks give you more control over copies, more resistance to picking and forced entry, and often better keyway protection. Standard locks still work well for many homes, especially when the door, frame, and strike plate are solid. The best choice depends...
Remote, Transponder, or Basic Key, How to Tell at Home
Your key type is usually easy to spot at home. Look at the head of the key. If it is plain metal with no plastic, it is often a basic key. If it has a thick plastic head, it may be a transponder key with a chip inside. If you have buttons to lock and unlock, you have...
How Many Spare House Keys Should a Family Keep and Where to Store Them
Most families should keep 3 to 6 spare house keys total. That usually means 1 key for each adult who comes and goes, 1 for a trusted helper, and 1 to 2 backups stored safely. The goal is simple, avoid lockouts without making it easy for the wrong person to get in. A...