December 26, 2014 Add as a preferred source on Google Add as a preferred source on Google Deadbolt locks are the first line of defense in home security. Here is how to install a deadbolt lock in a ...

Thinking about adding a smart lock to your home? Once you’ve installed a smart lock, you’ll wonder how you ever lived without the device. A good smart lock will add layers of security to your house, ...

Remove the deadbolt lock. Use a screwdriver to take out the screws on the inside of the door. Check your user manual for the required dimensions, and if necessary, use a hole saw to cut the ...

Multiple editors have tested and appreciate the Schlage Encode for its ease of use and installation.

Can you DIY a smart lock or do you need to hire a locksmith? I'm breaking down all the costs you should know about. Tyler Lacoma Editor / Home Security and Smart Home Tyler has worked on, lived with ...

This smart lock boasts a ton of excellent features—including a killer fingerprint reader—but be prepared for a challenging installation. U-tec’s Ultraloq U-Lock Pro is billed as “the ultimate 6-in-1 ...

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The Lockly Duo effectively combines a latch and deadbolt in a single smart unit, but the resulting device is enormous and—a bit wonky. Most smart locks come in the form of a deadbolt, though you’ll ...

With support for Amazon Alexa, Google Home, and Apple HomeKit–including Apple’s ‘home key’ NFC tech that works with the iPhone and Apple Watch–this new Plus version of the Schlage Encode addresses the ...