Tips & Tricks

Picking, Breaking and Bumping Locks: What Are the Differences?

Many homeowners rely on their door locks as one of their main lines of defense in their home security system against intruders. However, with so many new resources available on picking, breaking and lock bumping, it is normal to have questions about your home security system.

This article will walk you through the different ways […]

Tips to Protect Your Home While You Are Away

With more than 2 million burglaries reported in the United States each year according to the U.S. Department of Justice, protecting your home is critically important, especially while you are away on vacation

Many break-ins are opportunistic crimes, in which thieves see an occasion to break into a home easily because a door or window […]

Re-Keying a Kwikset® SmartKey® Lock: How Does It Work?

Kwikset’s SmartKey door lock is designed to alleviate the stress and costs that result from having to re-key a door lock. SmartKey’s advanced design provides maximum security while requiring minimal time and skill. It sounds simple because it is! To feed your curiosity, here’s an in-depth look at how the Kwikset SmartKey actually works.

SmartKey […]

Installing Your Kevo and How to Use It

Whether you are a brand-new Kevo™ user or are researching and considering the new bluetooth deadbolts from Kwikset®, this page is designed to walk you through how Kevo works.

Kevo is the only Bluetooth®-enabled smart lock on the market, providing a brand-new interface that doesn’t require a traditional key to open your door. The Kevo […]