Door Locks: Normal Dead Bolts Do Not Provide Enough Security

As I mentioned in my post on "safe rooms" after you secure a "safe room" in your home which is the first priority, it is important to secure the rest of the house.

Obviously, the main entries, i.e. front door, back door, entrance from the garage, must be properly fortified. The design of regular dead-bolt locks is not adequate to prevent entry. Around 200 lbs of pressure or less and you're in.

Kicking through entry doors is the best way for the majority of home invaders. No broken glass or the threat of being seen climbing through a window. A solid kick to the front or back door is all it takes. It just sounds like a door slamming loud.

Check out this web site if you haven't already and review the Ultimate Lock, particularly the demonstration videos. You can't kick or pry through it. An intruder is not going to risk the attention he will attract by continuing his attempts to kick the door in. There are two models, residential and business. The business model can also be used in your home, but the residential model should be more than adequate for most homes.

As I have said before, I'm not a salesman with a crazy pitch. If you can find a better lock then go for it. Just make sure you do it. I'm just trying to save you some time. If there is any question whether the dead-bolt you are considering is kick-proof, then keep looking around.

For your safety

Dr. Martin Wooten