Burglars break into more than half-million homes every year. The most common tactic is kicking in the door. Consumer Reports just tested 19 dead-bolt locks and can tell you which ones will protect you ...

(CBS) –Secure your deadbolt, and you think you're safe and sound. But in 10 percent or more of homes, deadbolts may be improperly installed, allowing thieves to easily get inside your home, some ...

There are many things you can do to boost home security, such as adding an alarm system or getting a guard dog, but unless you have working deadbolt locks and actually use them, your home isn’t secure ...

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Most smart locks on the market require you to replace your lock entirely. That’s not usually all that hard, but presents two issues. First, what if ...

We recently moved into an apartment and the door to our unit only had a keyed doorknob lock (push button inside). Not being comfortable with that minimal level of protection, we had a locksmith ...

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