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The Keys to Hiring a Good Locksmith
Need to upgrade or add locks? You’ll need a good locksmith. Here is how to get excellent advice and solid workmanship at a reasonable price.
Picking the Right Locks for Your Home
Taking basic steps to secure the perimeter of your home will be more effective at preventing intrusion than installing a burglar alarm and cameras. Start by making sure all your home’s exterior doors have good locks—and remain diligent about using them.
How to Secure Your Home’s Perimeter
Because most burglars enter homes by simply opening unlocked doors or windows—or pushing and kicking locked ones until they open—do what you can to improve your home's physical barriers.
Maintaining Good Home Security Habits
In addition to beefing up your home’s physical defenses, following some good-security rules will help deter thieves.
Inexpensive DIY Home Security Options
The internet of things movement has spurred even easier ways to connect various gadgets—including home security components—to a central hub and control everything via smartphone app or similar interface.
What Is and Isn't Covered by Homeowners Insurance?
Insurance companies often promote policy features to make their plans seem superior to their competitors’. But most sell roughly the same coverage. Here's a rundown of what’s covered, what isn’t, and what’s optional.
How Are Homeowners Insurance Rates Determined?
The cost of your insurance policy depends not only on the coverage you select, but also on a number of other factors, some of which may surprise you.
Surprise! Your Credit Score Is a Huge Factor in Determining What You Pay for Insurance
Insurance companies increasingly are charging customers very different rates depending on secret formulas based on data unrelated to their customers’ actual claims histories or risk of damage.
Window Shopping Guide
The type of windows you buy will affect your home’s appearance, the amount of light admitted, your comfort, and energy savings. Plus, some windows last longer than others.
Finding the Best Window Installers
We receive a disturbing number of complaints from consumers regarding window installation work, often about companies that advertise heavily. Many complaints are about sloppy work.
What to Get in Writing for Window Replacement Work
Whichever window company you choose, make sure you have a tight contract that includes all details on the product and installation, payment schedule, work schedule, and guarantees.
