The SwitchBot lock effectively turns any lock into a smart lock with a minimum of fuss, and inexpensive accessories make it an even better value. Installing a smart lock isn’t for everybody. Whether ...

/*Consumer Reports*/ tested 19 different deadbolt locks to find the ones that work and the ones that don't. When it came to testing the deadbolts, Consumer Reports covered all the bases. Besides the ...

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Emily Long is a freelance writer based in Salt Lake City. After graduating from Duke University, she spent several years reporting on the federal workforce for Government Executive, a publication of ...

Smart door locks can save you time searching all over for your keys or even making sure everyone has one. Often starting with an electronic keypad lock as its base, this type of lock can offer a range ...

As the husband of a hospital worker and father of an infant, I’m constantly disinfecting everything around our home because of the coronavirus, especially the door knobs after my wife gets home from ...

Dear Pat: Over the years, I have installed deadbolts on all the exterior doors for security. Now some of the deadbolts do not extend completely or are difficult to turn. Can I repair them myself? -- ...