You changed the locks, secured the windows, and adopted a guard dog. Arguably, the final piece of the home security puzzle is deadbolt installation. These locks offer an extra bit of security to help you and your family sleep peacefully at night. How do they provide this additional safety barrier?

Why to Invest in Deadbolt Installation

Strong & Secure

Deadbolts are made of hardened steel to fortify your home against unwanted visitors. The bolts extend into door jamb holes featuring screwed-in metal strike plates, which keep the door frame from deteriorating due to continual opening and closing. They are impervious to break-ins because they do not feature spring mechanisms that make them easy to open with a knife or another small, sharp tool.

Single & Double Options

Single deadbolts must be opened with a key from the outside. They feature knobs on the inside for easy locking. Single deadbolts are not recommended if your door features windows, as an intruder can reach in and unlock the door if the window is knocked out. Double deadbolts do not include knobs and must be locked with a key on either side of the door. They are, therefore, better for doors with windows.

Burglar Deterrent

Attempting to unlock a deadbolt is something burglars generally will not bother with because the risk is too great. It takes a long time to break in a home featuring deadbolts, and by that time, anyone in the house has likely called the police. Even crowbars offer little help when trying to undo a deadbolt.

Discuss deadbolt installation with the talented team at Richmond Hill Locksmith. The locksmiths are proud to keep Bryan County, GA, residents safe and will go over all of your home security options. Call (912) 727-3878 to make an appointment, or visit their website for more information about their services.