Wanted: Recommendations for Entry Door Lock Set

[outlier617]

I am looking for some hardware for a new front door. While specific lock sets would be helpful, brand names or store recommendations are also appreciated. I have about 6 weeks in which to find one, so internet sites/vendors may also be options for me. I am hoping to spend less than $200 for the set. Thanks so much in advance.

[Techhead]

MEDECO (http://www.contractsecurity.ca/images/Locks/AllLockNotEqualCOMPLETE.pdf) Is the lock of my choice to make a burglars life more difficult.

http://abclockstore.goshopper.net/i/22721/medeco-high-security-single-sided-deadbolt.htm

[outlier617]

I appreciate your suggestion. I will search around for Medeco, as this site lists only a brass set and I'm hoping for something that will look better with the zinc color in my door. But thanks so much for the suggestion.

[3weddings]

We just changed all the locks to these
http://www.weiserlock.ca/wei-eng/product_collections.htm

I am very happy with them, and we happened to buy them during a HD sale and saved about $200 on all five sets!

[sovexxed]

I have the pin pad one from Rona (can't recall name) and its great. I noticed Rona has a new one it...requires thumb prints. Guess even locks are going hi-tech these day:)

[threeflags]

If you looking at high security lock with key control ... look at Abloy. Bump proof locks. Google "bump key" if you don't know what this means.

[LarryLat]

Burglars don't bother with lock picking nowadays. Most newer doors (in houses) can be kicked wide open by an average man's boot. Regular door frames and polyurethane doors can't withstand a good kick.

Installing a Medeco lock on such a door is a waste of money.

Start with a good door, and solid frame. Then, if you have any money left buy Medeco.

[blainehamilton]

Solid wood frame. Steel door. Then worry about the quality of the handleset.

While the fingerprint and keypad designs have that nice tech feel to them, I can't see them lasting 20 to 30 years like most keyset models.

Medeco or Abloy is overkill for most suburban homes. A theif would just boot down the door or knock it down with a sledgehammer if they really want to get in.

Alarm monitor signs are a good idea, even if you don't actually have an alarm...

[outlier617]

When I asked about security, the guy who is installing the door basically said buy any set I liked. . . pretty much like you were saying. . the locks are all pretty good and the strength of the door/glass is what is more important from a safety/robbery perspective than the lock itself. . I guess this is a personal preference issue more than I thought. But, please keep the suggestions coming. . I really appreciate it. I had NO IDEA how complex choosing a door, its colour, and its hardware would be. .

[mlc2000]

Solid wood frame. Steel door. Then worry about the quality of the handleset.

While the fingerprint and keypad designs have that nice tech feel to them, I can't see them lasting 20 to 30 years like most keyset models.

Medeco or Abloy is overkill for most suburban homes. A theif would just boot down the door or knock it down with a sledgehammer if they really want to get in.

Alarm monitor signs are a good idea, even if you don't actually have an alarm...

If a thief wants in, they'll break a window.
A lot less horesh|t than picking a lock or kicking down a door.

[typer100]

If a thief wants in, they'll break a window.
A lot less horesh|t than picking a lock or kicking down a door.

Exactly.

Buy it for the look. No thief will try to pick the lock. They will go for the easy one like the patio door or a window.

[mrwally]

Head down to the local animal shelter and spend about $75 on the biggest, meanest looking dog you can find...then you won't even need a lock at all! :cheesygri

[Quick_lude]

If you are getting a new door with frame, request a dead bolt steel reinforcement plate on the outside of the frame. Then you can get an additional latch plate on the inside. That pretty much will prevent a kicked door/broken jamb scenario. Most jambs today are finger jointed wood, not much strength.

[Stock R]

Head down to the local animal shelter and spend about $75 on the biggest, meanest looking dog you can find...then you won't even need a lock at all! :cheesygri

Except it'll cost you more in the long run :P