DIY Security
How to Lock a Bi-fold or Closet Door Without Damaging the Frame
Bi-fold and closet doors are designed for convenience, not security. Their lightweight panels, folding hinges, and simple tracks make them easy to operate, but…
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DIY Security
Home Security AuditsRing Motion Alerts Going Off All Day? Zone, Sensitivity and Placement Fixes
There is a point where a security camera stops being reassuring and starts becoming annoying. Your Ring goes off. You check it. A car.…
DIY SecurityHow to Remove ADT Sensors and Devices Safely After Cancelling Monitoring
Cancelling ADT monitoring doesn’t mean you need to replace your entire home security system. Depending on your agreement, some equipment may belong to you,…
DIY SecurityDIY Home Security: The Complete Planning & Installation Guide
If there's one thing we've learned about home security, it's this: the best security system doesn't start with shopping—it starts with planning....
Home Security AuditsMotion Sensor and Alarm Tuning: How to Eliminate False Alarms
False alarms are the worst. One minute your security system is quietly doing its job in the background....
New Home SecurityNew Homeowner’s Security Setup Guide: Protect Your House From Day One
The first night in our last place, I woke up at 3:17 a.m. convinced someone was in the kitchen. It turned out to be…