Home Security Gadgets & Reviews

A deadbolt is a smart way to add extra security to your door. Deadbolts are very hard to force, and nobody is going to just kick in the door with one barring the way. Not every hotel room has one, however, so you might want to consider something like this portable “Smart Lock” security door bolt if you travel a lot. It attaches in less than a minute and doesn’t require tools or leave any permanent marks.

This could also be a good choice for a dorm room or apartment where you aren’t allowed to drill holes and start making permanent changes to the premises. It would even work fine in your own home, if you’re not the handy type or just don’t fancy the idea of getting out a bunch of tools and messing with a DIY installation.

The portable system runs $6.50-$18.50 at Amazon: Smart Lock Security Door Bolt

As I’ve mentioned before, it’s always a good idea to change your locks when you move into a new home. You just don’t know how many people have lived there before and how many copies of the front door key there might be out there. There have been lots of reported cases where pet sitters, house sitters, or even previous tenants have come back to swipe the new homeowner’s belongings after they’ve moved everything in. So, there’s no reason not to change the locks and every reason to do so.

Don’t think of it as a tedious chore though; think of it as a chance to add a good-looking knob or latch set that adds some personality to the entry. This oil rubbed brass latch and key combo is a handsome piece that will add some drama and interest to even a plain Jane door. You can find it for sale in the door hardware section over at:

http://www.customglassdoors.com