Security

What You Missed at CES 2015

If you’ve been following us on Facebook and Twitter, you know Kwikset was exhibiting at the International CES 2015 at the beginning of January. For those of you who were not lucky enough to score a ticket, allow us to give you our recap of the show.

2015 is the year of the smart home. […]

SmartKey Picking & Bumping ALOA Challenge

 

You’ve probably heard us say that Kwikset door locks with SmartKey Re-key Technology are some of the most difficult locks to pick or bump on the market. But it’s not enough to tell you; we would rather show you what the professionals are saying about our SmartKey locks.

We challenged locksmiths at the Associated Locksmiths […]

January 19th, 2015|Burglar Prevention, Inside Kwikset, Locksmith, Product Updates, Security|Comments Off on SmartKey Picking & Bumping ALOA Challenge

Tips For Diagnosing and Remedying the Effects of External Factors on Door Hardware

Many times after diagnosing what we think is a door hardware problem, we only to find that the problem is with the door and/or door frame, not the lock itself. This blog post is meant to provide answers to Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) related to common problems that owners experience with residential entry doors.
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Guide to minimize risk of leaving child home alone – Smart Security – | Kwikset

When carefully thought-out and planned for, leaving a mature child at home without adult supervision for an hour or two after school can be a valuable learning experience and teach independence, self-reliance, and self-discipline. The key is to strike a balance between giving your child room to grow and keeping in constant contact for […]

October 6th, 2014|Burglar Prevention, Do It Yourself, How To's, Inside Kwikset, Tips & Tricks|Comments Off on Guide to minimize risk of leaving child home alone – Smart Security – | Kwikset

Choosing a Protective Dog Breed

Choosing the best dog breed for your family requires consideration on many different levels, including protectiveness. In addition to superior locks, secure doors, and a reliable alarm system, home security often includes another layer of defense: a guard dog.

Homes with protective dogs discourage burglaries and home invasions more often than those without. This is […]

September 18th, 2014|Burglar Prevention, Inside Kwikset|Comments Off on Choosing a Protective Dog Breed

Ask A Locksmith: How Do I Choose a Door Lock For My Home?

Home security starts at your front door with – you guessed it – your lock and deadbolt. With option after option on the market for your DIY home security upgrade, how do you cut through the clutter and choose the lock that best suits your needs? In this article, we’ll discuss the process of […]

Under Lock and Key: Understanding & Choosing Residential Locks

Many homeowners rely on exterior residential door locks as their main home security system. Whether you are replacing a single lock or remodeling your home, it’s important to explore your options when choosing the right door security for you.

Keyed entry functions are the most common exterior door locks. A keyed entry function is often used […]

How Secure Is My Kevo Lock?

As a new or prospective Kevo Bluetooth deadbolt owner, you may have questions about the functionality and overall security of this convenient and versatile home innovation. Our security experts at Kwikset have worked together to provide what you need to know about the Kevo door lock.

Kwikset’s® Kevo™ smart lock is the only product that […]

June 14th, 2014|Home Automation, Innovation, Inside Kwikset, Internet of Things, Keyless Entry, Product Updates, Security, Smart Locks|Comments Off on How Secure Is My Kevo Lock?

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 […]