Safety & Security

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Should you find yourself locked out as the battery of your Schlage lock drains, there’s no need for panic or thinking about hiring a locksmith. You’re absolutely equipped to manage the unlocking process on your own, without the need for professional intervention. In essence, it’s a simple, non-complex procedure. In most models, you can easily bypass a Schlage lock using a battery…

The repetitive task of periodically replacing batteries in your Yale lock and other smart gadgets might begin to seem quite monotonous as time goes by. Maintaining high signal strength for your Wi-Fi, Z-Wave, or Zigbee connection is one method to ensure your smart lock doesn’t eat away at your batteries unnecessarily. So, to learn how to fix this and other issues, read…

Without a doubt, encountering issues with your Kwikset smart lock keypad can be quite distressing. However, there’s no need to worry further. We offer eight dependable solutions to troubleshoot the issue! In this article, I explore common issues such as keypad lockouts, dead batteries, faulty cables, keypad errors, and more, which can lead to your Kwikset smart lock keypad not working as…

Numerous reasons might cause a Yale smart lock to fail in connecting to Wi-Fi. On the flip side, there are also various possible solutions to fix this issue. From incorrect credentials, poor signal strength, and network interference to congested Wi-Fi channels there are a number of ways you can improve your network’s reliability. In this article I discuss the common causes and…

Concerns are growing regarding potential malfunctions in my smart lock during vital moments, leading to an accidental lockout from my house. The usual culprit for this issue in keyless entry systems is the battery running out. The situation could worsen considerably if an erroneous touchscreen or keypad inhibits the correct entry of the passcode. In this guide, I walk through the simple…

Should you encounter any issues with your Kwikset smart lock, there’s no need to worry. Based on my wide-ranging experience and careful research on several Kwikset lock models, I have put together a reliable fix to help you out. I’ve gathered a list of ten helpful troubleshooting techniques to address any operational problems you may come across with your Kwikset smart lock.…

Double-cylinder deadbolts offer superior safety, putting them at an advantage over single-cylinder types. They significantly diminish the probability of property invasion through nearby broken windows. However for fire safety reasons, they are not that common in the US, nor recommended. If you do have a double-cylinder deadbolt on an exterior glass door, and you want to add some smart features to it,…

If you’re feeling uncertain about how to change the batteries in your Schlage lock, you shouldn’t worry. Typically, this task is quite simple and requires only a few tools. A low battery indicator can be annoying to deal with however it won’t be long before the batteries run out completely and you have to resort to manual overrides or jumpstarting. So stick…