GalleryWhen carefully thought-out and planned for, leaving a mature child at home without adult supervision for an hour or two after school can be a valuable learning experience and teach independence, self-reliance, and self-discipline. The key is to strike a balance between giving your child room to grow and keeping in constant contact for […]
Choosing a Protective Dog Breed
Choosing the best dog breed for your family requires consideration on many different levels, including protectiveness. In addition to superior locks, secure doors, and a reliable alarm system, home security often includes another layer of defense: a guard dog.
Homes with protective dogs discourage burglaries and home invasions more often than those without. This is […]
Ask A Locksmith: How Do I Choose a Door Lock For My Home?
Home security starts at your front door with – you guessed it – your lock and deadbolt. With option after option on the market for your DIY home security upgrade, how do you cut through the clutter and choose the lock that best suits your needs? In this article, we’ll discuss the process of […]
Picking, Breaking and Bumping Locks: What Are the Differences?
GalleryMany homeowners rely on their door locks as one of their main lines of defense in their home security system against intruders. However, with so many new resources available on picking, breaking and lock bumping, it is normal to have questions about your home security system.
This article will walk you through the different ways […]
Tips to Protect Your Home While You Are Away
With more than 2 million burglaries reported in the United States each year according to the U.S. Department of Justice, protecting your home is critically important, especially while you are away on vacation
Many break-ins are opportunistic crimes, in which thieves see an occasion to break into a home easily because a door or window […]
Kevo: The Silver Lining After Theft – How Kwikset’s eKey and Electronic Door Lock Improve Home Security and Convenience – Testimonial
Earlier this year my purse was stolen. Naturally, personal items were taken, too, including my house keys. As a result, we had to change our locks immediately. Recalling an earlier Kevo reference we saw on a television program, my husband and I immediately realized the benefits. My husband works in IT, and he just […]
Smart Locks Equal Smarter Home Security Technology
The smart home has grown from an idea to a standard and changes daily in tandem with the evolution of other lifestyle essentials and corresponding technological advances.
A smart homeowner is a wise homeowner: According to a 2013 Consumer Electronics Association study*, 58% of consumers are familiar with home automation systems, presenting sizable market opportunities. […]