Home Security Door Lock: The Simple Dead-bolt
Considering improvements or additional safety to your home or property? Invest in a quality home security door lock. This is the first option available to increase burglar protection while you are looking into a high-tech monitoring or alarm system. For increased security your lock should expand beyond the standard knob and key entry. Also consider the addition of a deadbolt.
The best type of home security lock a homeowner can install is called a deadbolt. The mechanism of a deadbolt offers much more security than regular, spring-pressured locks. With the standard doorknob locks, all anyone has to do is release the pressure on the spring and open the door. With a deadbolt it would be necessary to remove the entire lock from the door in order to get inside.
How do dead-bolts work? This type of home security door lock uses a steel 'throw' or bar, that protrudes from the lock cylinder through the door and into the doorjamb for an inch or more. The cylinder requires actual cycling in order for the throw to exit the doorjamb and open the door. This makes the door more resistant to forced entry and picking.
A front door lock with a good dead bolt comes with many options and different varieties. Some of these locks are turned vertically to make a forced entry more difficult. Some may have multiple cylinders that you use 2 keys to work. When you use a double lock you make the house especially secure.
Even if you live in a safe neighborhood, you should still install a deadbolt lock. The low cost of the lock will give you a sense of security and is well worth the small prices. A good lock can stop thieves from breaking into your home. Consider installing them, even if you think you don't need them. It is a small effort to protect your home.
If you've never had a deadbolt on your door, there will be some labor involved with its installation. You will need to drill a large hole for the lock placement directly above the doorknob and another smaller hole in the side of the door. You will also need to drill holes in the jamb for the lock "throw" to fit into. Another style of deadbolt is available that is installed only on the inside of the door to provide extra security when people are in the house. Whichever style of home security door lock you choose, it will provide an inexpensive yet effective extra layer of safety for your home.
Locks normally have a simple knob and key entry design. High-tech alarm and monitoring systems are good, but your best defense against intruders is a well designed home security door lock.The best type of home security lock a homeowner can install is called a deadbolt. The mechanism of a deadbolt offers much more security than regular, spring-pressured locks. When choosing a dead bolt for your front door lock, you will find that they come in many different styles. A dead-bolt is generally warranted even if you do not live in a high crime area. Its low price gives you both physical security as well as peace of mind.
Published December 7th, 2007
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