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Deadbolt locks are the first line of defense in home security. Here is how to install a deadbolt lock in a steel exterior door for added security. First, determine the height where your deadbolt lock ...

Going up against the likes of Yves Behar-designed August smart lock and Lockitron, OKIDOKEYS is a new RFID-based lock meant to replace your house keys. Using only a Bluetooth 4.0-enabled iPhone or ...

‘Everything that gets locked, gets unlocked,’ said one professional. So it’s a matter of your preference and what your home can accommodate. By Jill Terreri Ramos Q: My home has been broken into on ...

Several steps to a full DIY home-security system will stop intruders in their tracks. Fitting a deadbolt is just one of those steps—and it's one of the quickest, easiest, and cheapest DIY ...