OMG, you are a lifesaver! I needed this video. I've been looking for ways to reinforce my doors and overall just make my house more secure. Thank you so much. I'm off to watch more of your videos now. So appreciative of you taking time to give all this information.
Depending on local building code, the double side deadbolt can be illegal. In an emergency such as fire, you may not be able to quickly unlock the deadbolt to get out in time. Even if code allows it, it’s not a good idea.
You are right, there are some places that don't allow it. Always good to check on things like that first. Though I disagree on your other point about it not being a good idea as I highly doubt the 2 extra seconds it takes to grab the key (which you should always keep nearby in the same place) is going to be the difference between life and death. I would rather take my chances on that than on the more likely situation of someone trying to break in, but not everyone is the same as me, so that is something for each individual to think about and weigh the pros vs cons. Thank you for your input. Much appreciated!
@@WarriorWisdom PHU - You are correct as far as your reasoning went, BUT... in any case where you or your family are at home the key SHOULD BE IN THE DEAD BOLT LOCK (in case of emergencies). When you leave simply remove the key from inside the door and lock the door from the OUTSIDE.
Yes, of course, having a solid metal door, security screen, and bars on your windows is the way to go. However, that is not reality. This video is intended to show you how to secure your door under normal circumstances as most people have them.
@@johndi1962 I understand. I was more generally speaking. If you watch the video, you will see all of that is addressed (window security film, double sided deadbolt, etc). As all doors and homes are different, it's important to know how to secure your home from all angles. Thank you for your input.
First of all, THANK YOU SO MUCH. You definitely know what your talking about. I saw a video of a glass security company and they recommended the 12mm glass film, which is exactly what you gave us the link for in the description. Second, i have a wide front door, with decor glass on the sides and in the center of the door. I would love to replace it with a metal one but I was told it would reduce the value of the house 🙄. How can I make it even more secure? Besides the glass film, and the other things you mentioned. I feel like those might be even easier to break in: A wider wood structure that can be broken vs a smaller door with the metal things you mentioned.
Have you looked into nightlock? I made a video about it here: ua-cam.com/video/KuOSXYB7fZg/v-deo.html That might be something that will help in your situation as I've seen it used a lot on large and/or "double" doors. If you use that along with everything mentioned in this video, you should be pretty well secured. It's hard for me to say for sure without knowing what your door is exactly (I'm trying to picture it in my head).
Yes, there are some places that don't allow it. Always good to check on codes in your location. Although I personally doubt the two extra seconds it takes to grab the key -- which you should always keep nearby and always in the same place -- is going to be the difference between life and death in a fire. I'll take my chances on that rather than on the more likely situation of someone trying to break in, but that's just me. Not everyone is the same so that is something for each individual/family to think about and weigh the pros vs cons. Sometimes door reinforcements, window fortifications, and other home security methods come with certain risks. Appreciate your input!
Some of the things mentioned in this video, such as door armor and longer screws would help keep it from being kicked in. Make sure it has a very good lock. A security door in itself is much more secure to begin with, so that's good.
Please watch the entire video. :) You are correct -- if that was the end of it. Plus, the video is not necessarily about ONLY this door. It is about front doors in general. There are many different types. Thank you for your input!
@@WarriorWisdom TIM - I was thinking the same thing, my door has windows on both sides so that I don't have the option of putting 3" screws into the jamb because they would be visible through the glass! I thought the idea of window film on the glass was a good suggestion and for certain put in a double sided dead bolt!.
This could have been more informative, but I had trouble concentrating on this video for long. I found it to be slow and repetitive. I would have appreciated a slightly faster pace that stayed on point.
Just be happy that he is giving us all the info one might need… people are never happy. Why don’t you just speed it up yourself instead of asking someone, who is making a video available to you for FREE if I might add, to talk faster 🙄.
OMG, you are a lifesaver! I needed this video. I've been looking for ways to reinforce my doors and overall just make my house more secure. Thank you so much. I'm off to watch more of your videos now. So appreciative of you taking time to give all this information.
Thank you very much, glad I could help!
The door has 3 windows. Forget door armor. Get a new door
All of that is addressed in the video and meant to show how you can secure a door with windows in it or around it. Thanks for watching!
Depending on local building code, the double side deadbolt can be illegal. In an emergency such as fire, you may not be able to quickly unlock the deadbolt to get out in time. Even if code allows it, it’s not a good idea.
You are right, there are some places that don't allow it. Always good to check on things like that first. Though I disagree on your other point about it not being a good idea as I highly doubt the 2 extra seconds it takes to grab the key (which you should always keep nearby in the same place) is going to be the difference between life and death. I would rather take my chances on that than on the more likely situation of someone trying to break in, but not everyone is the same as me, so that is something for each individual to think about and weigh the pros vs cons. Thank you for your input. Much appreciated!
@@WarriorWisdom PHU - You are correct as far as your reasoning went, BUT... in any case where you or your family are at home the key SHOULD BE IN THE DEAD BOLT LOCK (in case of emergencies). When you leave simply remove the key from inside the door and lock the door from the OUTSIDE.
Go through the glass, replace the door with a solid no window/side panel door.
Yes, of course, having a solid metal door, security screen, and bars on your windows is the way to go. However, that is not reality. This video is intended to show you how to secure your door under normal circumstances as most people have them.
@@WarriorWisdom I never said anything about bars, security screen.
They are not going to go through the door they will go through the glass.
@@johndi1962 I understand. I was more generally speaking. If you watch the video, you will see all of that is addressed (window security film, double sided deadbolt, etc). As all doors and homes are different, it's important to know how to secure your home from all angles. Thank you for your input.
First of all, THANK YOU SO MUCH. You definitely know what your talking about. I saw a video of a glass security company and they recommended the 12mm glass film, which is exactly what you gave us the link for in the description. Second, i have a wide front door, with decor glass on the sides and in the center of the door. I would love to replace it with a metal one but I was told it would reduce the value of the house 🙄. How can I make it even more secure? Besides the glass film, and the other things you mentioned. I feel like those might be even easier to break in: A wider wood structure that can be broken vs a smaller door with the metal things you mentioned.
Have you looked into nightlock? I made a video about it here: ua-cam.com/video/KuOSXYB7fZg/v-deo.html
That might be something that will help in your situation as I've seen it used a lot on large and/or "double" doors. If you use that along with everything mentioned in this video, you should be pretty well secured. It's hard for me to say for sure without knowing what your door is exactly (I'm trying to picture it in my head).
@@WarriorWisdom thanks! Will look into this.
Thanks for sharing. You're a life saver 🙏
Happy to help! Glad you got some useful information from it. Thanks for watching.
@@WarriorWisdom Thank you, Sir 🙏
Double sided deadbolts are a fire hazard and against code in many areas
Yes, there are some places that don't allow it. Always good to check on codes in your location. Although I personally doubt the two extra seconds it takes to grab the key -- which you should always keep nearby and always in the same place -- is going to be the difference between life and death in a fire. I'll take my chances on that rather than on the more likely situation of someone trying to break in, but that's just me. Not everyone is the same so that is something for each individual/family to think about and weigh the pros vs cons. Sometimes door reinforcements, window fortifications, and other home security methods come with certain risks. Appreciate your input!
Thank you for this video.
Glad it was helpful!
theres a tool which goes under the door too which can pull the handle, worth considering that gap
Thanks for the tip! Always appreciated when we all help each other out with additional security advice.
@@WarriorWisdom deviantollam has some good talks on this kind of stuff if you've seen them
@@scentybeast9531 Cool, I'll check it out!
I saw a guy using criss crossing wire in window in windows to keep people out. What gauge wire and how to tie the wire?
I'll look into that. Seems like it could be effective for sure. Though I haven't seen it before.
Sir do you have any idea on how to burglar proof a security door?
Some of the things mentioned in this video, such as door armor and longer screws would help keep it from being kicked in. Make sure it has a very good lock. A security door in itself is much more secure to begin with, so that's good.
What brand of Gil do you recommend
I'm not sure what "Gil" is. Can you elaborate? I'd love to help.
Dude, door armor is great but a burglar just needs a hammer, break the lowest glass and he’s in thru your window…..?
Please watch the entire video. :) You are correct -- if that was the end of it. Plus, the video is not necessarily about ONLY this door. It is about front doors in general. There are many different types. Thank you for your input!
@@WarriorWisdom TIM - I was thinking the same thing, my door has windows on both sides so that I don't have the option of putting 3" screws into the jamb because they would be visible through the glass! I thought the idea of window film on the glass was a good suggestion and for certain put in a double sided dead bolt!.
@@georgeanaipakos3489 oh man, my door is like that too… ugh I didn’t think that the 3” screws would not work bc of the glass on the side. Sigh
@Katy809RD I would look into nightlock. Sounds like that might be a good alternative for your needs -- ua-cam.com/video/KuOSXYB7fZg/v-deo.html
Just move to a Red State
Not worth it.
Haha. While I do agree with that completely, it's still not going to keep you entirely safe. Keep those home defense tools ready!
This could have been more informative, but I had trouble concentrating on this video for long. I found it to be slow and repetitive. I would have appreciated a slightly faster pace that stayed on point.
Noted. Thanks for watching.
Just be happy that he is giving us all the info one might need… people are never happy. Why don’t you just speed it up yourself instead of asking someone, who is making a video available to you for FREE if I might add, to talk faster 🙄.