How to Burglarproof Your Doors

Burglarproofing your doors enables you to keep your home the way it should be: comfortable and relaxing. But it doesn't mean you have to get a guard dog or an alarm system. There are alternative ways to safeguard your home. Read on to learn about how to burglarproof your doors.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Wood/Metal doors
• Deadbolt locks
• Cylinder guards
• Peep holes

How to Burglarproof Your Doors

1. Install metal or wooden doors with peep holes. Doors made out of these materials are stronger and cannot be easily broken down. The peep holes should be wide-angle viewers with covers so the person on the other side of the door cannot see you.

2. Always lock your doors and have a deadbolt lock in conjunction with the regular lock that comes with the door. The deadbolt should be a metal, grade 1 or 2 lock with a 1 inch bolt.

3. If your lock doesn't already come with one, install cylinder guards around the part where you insert the key. This will prevent burglars from breaking the lock.

4. Inspect your door at least once a year. Look at the hinges to make sure they are secure and not coming out of the wall. Make sure the lock is sturdy and doesn't unlock when you jiggle the door.

5. Avoid having windows around your door frame. If you do have windows, install double plated glass.

6. If you have sliding glass doors, add an extra lock at the top of the door frame. Also put a wooden stick down so the door cannot slide open even if the lock on the door is broken.

Tips & Warnings

• Alarm systems or even systems that just alert you when a door is open adds more protection.
• Although you can install your own locks, you may want a professional to ensure they are installed correctly.