What kind of doors are best for home security?

Exterior doors require different security considerations than the interior doors in your home. While this may sound obvious, we have visited the scene of many a locksmith emergency and been horrified by the doors some previous locksmiths have recommended clients purchase from them or through an associate business.  Some have been wholly unsuitable for exterior use on a garden shed, let alone a home!

Just like windows, doors are vulnerable entry points into your home and you require a high level of security to protect your home, family and possessions from unwanted intruders.
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Read on to learn more about doors and home security:

GLASS DOORS: Aesthetically pleasing, glass doors can be reasonably secure if they are made of the reinforced, shirred variety of glass that is heavy duty, shatter proof and enforced. However, the general rule is that glass is the most vulnerable and least safest exterior door for your home, especially if the door has glass close to the lock or know – this an easy way for an intruder to smash and enter. If you do have glad doors or insist on keeping them, consider break glass sensors on the surface so that the alarm will be raised in the event of a smash and attempted forced entry.

METAL DOORS: The next most secure door for your home is made from metal. It might surprise you to hear that metal is only a little more safe than glass, as metal is prone to accelerated wear & tear. This can actually be the vulnerability that lets down the security of your door.

WOOD: Old faithful, wood doors are the most widespread and offer a popular and cost effective choice for many due to their basic cost but ability to be customized to a high-level of security. However, wood does expand and contract wildly in humid temperatures, which means it is important to have a threshold that is adjustable. This will help security not be comprised by the warping of wood.

Most importantly, install high-quality locks on all exterior doors. Deadbolts are the safest and strongest choice.