Are smart locks safer than conventional locks?

• <div><p>Smart locks offer around the same level of safety as conventional locks with keys. The best way to secure your door locks is to combine routine locking mechanisms with other home safety features, like lighting, motion sensors, security cameras, and window and door sensors. </p><p>Smart locks have the upper hand when it comes to convenience—you won't have to worry about your <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/key-not-turning-in-lock.htm">key not turning in the lock</a> or fumbling around in your bag for your keys—but beyond that, any door with deadbolts will offer a similar degree of security. </p></div>

Will converting my door to a Dutch door affect security?

• <div><p>It can affect security, especially if you don’t finish it properly. A Dutch door has more moving parts that can be compromised, so you’ll want to use solid hardware and make sure everything lines up and locks cleanly. If the latch is flimsy or the two halves don’t sit tight, it’s going to be easier to force open.</p></div>

How much does it cost to rekey a lock?

• <div><p>Rekeying door locks yourself costs a fraction of what you would expect to pay a locksmith. On average, it costs between <b>$50 to $100</b> to hire a <a href="https://www.angi.com/nearme/locksmiths/">local locksmith</a> to rekey your house, though labor costs may vary based on where you live. For a DIY solution, you can expect to spend <b>$11 to $25</b> on a rekeying kit. </p></div>

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Q: How do burglars snap locks?

• <div><p>Using a combination of tools (often store-bought plumbing tools) and brute force, a burglar can easily snap the lock on a door. Snapping a lock aims to gain access to the cylinder inside, which holds the locking mechanism. Once the thief snaps the lock, they can pick the cylinder open and walk right in.</p></div>

Q: Will converting my door to a Dutch door affect security?

• <div><p>It can affect security, especially if you don&rsquo;t finish it properly. A Dutch door has more moving parts that can be compromised, so you&rsquo;ll want to use solid hardware and make sure everything lines up and locks cleanly. If the latch is flimsy or the two halves don&rsquo;t sit tight, it&rsquo;s going to be easier to force open.</p></div>

Q: Can a locksmith open a keyless entry?

• <div><p>It depends on what type of keyless entry it is and if the locksmith has the proper tools to remove a keypad entry lock since some are more advanced than others. However, locksmiths can typically work around keyless entries to vehicles, so it depends on what type of keyless entry system needs opening.</p></div>

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