07 Aug How Many Cameras Do I Need for My House?
The median newly built single-family home in the United States measured 2,205 square feet in the fourth quarter of 2024, according to NAHB data, and that square footage translates directly...
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04 Aug How Do Keypad Door Locks Work Without WiFi?
A lot of homeowners assume a keypad lock is automatically a "smart lock," the kind that needs a home wifi network, a phone app, and a live internet connection to...
28 Jul What Happens to a Smart Lock When the Power Goes Out?
It is the worry that keeps people from upgrading their doors, so let us answer it head-on: what happens to a smart lock when the power goes out is usually...
24 Jul How Does Rekeying a Lock Actually Work?
If you have ever asked, “How does rekeying a lock actually work?” the simple answer is that a locksmith changes the tiny internal pins inside your existing lock so your...
20 Jul What Sets Off a Home Alarm Besides an Intruder?
If your system just went off and no one is trying to break in, you are probably wondering what sets off a home alarm besides an intruder — and the...
16 Jul What Is a Transponder Key and Do I Need One for My Car?
If you have shopped for a spare and been quoted a surprising price, you have probably asked what is a transponder key and do I need one for my car...