In this video, I demonstrate the installation of a prehung exterior door in my workshop. The door is a steel pre-hung model ...
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 ...
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How To Install a Keypad Door Lock

Master the art of DIY home improvement by following our guide on how to install a keyless door lock on any exterior door.
Dear James: We would like to install a new classy real stained wood front door. I would like an attractive, secure lockset to go with it, but there are so many to choose from. Which are best? — Mike A ...
Before disassembling anything on your door, you should check a few things. Make sure your door closes easily and all the way. If you need to give it an extra shove or pull up or down on hinges, a ...
Life just got a little easier for iPhone owners. Imagine that you're trying to get into your house while carrying a few bags of groceries. Wouldn't it be nice to be able to simply tap the deadbolt ...
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 ...
Igloohome’s latest revision looks better than ever, but our installation experience was so painful we just can’t recommend it. It’s round three—or, round 2.5, anyway—for Igloohome’s upstart smart ...
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, ...