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Had A Recent Break-In At Home? 3 Features To Look For When Replacing Your Front Door

28 August 2019

Ray Moreno

Depending on where you live, you may be concerned about the security of your home, especially when you've had a recent break-in or there has been more crime in your neighborhood. While there are certainly some things that you can do to make your home feel more secure such as a change in landscaping or adding security cameras, it may be time for you to consider a replacement door.

When your front door hasn't been replaced in a long time or was damaged during a break-in, there are several features that you can look for when you've begun the process of replacing the door.

1. Steel-Reinforced Door 

One of the easiest ways to make sure that your front door is more secure against break-ins is simply prioritizing a steel-enforced door. With steel inside the door, it won't be as simple as breaking down the door with an ax when someone is attempting to break-in. Having your front door reinforced with steel can provide some much-needed peace of mind that your door is going to be harder to break into and that you won't need to worry about the door being a potential point of entry for burglars.

2. New Lock Mechanism

Along with looking for a different type of door itself, it's smart to see how the new lock mechanism can make a difference in securing your front door. When you're having the door replaced, you want to see exactly what kind of hardware is available for doors so that you're able to have a much more secure lock that can protect against break-ins.

Taking a look at your options will help lead you towards choices that will feel much more secure and help you avoid the door being a vulnerable spot your home.

3. Secure Way to See Outside

Being able to see outside before you open the door is so important when you have someone come to your door you don't know. While it can be tempting to choose a door with a large glass panel that allows you to clearly see outside, this can be potentially dangerous since you don't want the risk of the glass being broken. Taking a look at getting a simple peephole installed instead can help you make sure that you're able to see outside without it being a security threat.

As you get ready to replace your front door, it's important that you prioritize safety so that your door is not going to be a risk.

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