How is the Locking Mechanism a Home Security Device?

Series Summary

When a break in occurs at your home, nothing seems more important than the safety of you, your loved ones, and your possessions. Home security measures can range from installing complex electronic sensors, motion detectors, lights and alarms, to doing simple things like getting to know your neighbors, implementing a neighborhood watch program, having someone collect your mail while your away, and keeping your doors locked.

In this free video series, learn how to tackle a fairly simple do-it-yourself home improvement project that can significantly strengthen your security system. Our expert locksmith will show you how to install a lock on any sliding glass doors you may have in your home. He’ll guide you step-by-step through this project, including a few diagrams to illustrate the inner workings of the lock you’ll be installing. Take a bite out of crime with this free diy home security project.

Video Transcript

" Hi there! This is Daniel on behalf of Expert Village. In this series of clips we're going to be showing you how to install a sliding glass door lock on the lower portion of the sliding glass door. Now as you'll notice, this lock is attached to the sliding glass door with 2 screws. It's a simple mechanism lock. You simply lock the sliding glass door by pressing the locking cylinder in and it extends through the stationary door locking the sliding door in place. This prevents the door from not only sliding but lifting out. Now, to unlock this door we simply take the key, insert it, turn it 90 degrees to the right, and then pull the cylinder and the locking bolt back out. This lock is very simple to install and simple to use and it secures the door in a very economical way."