Door security
External doors in particular are the front line of defence for your home. See what factors affect a door's ability to make your home...
Door latches and chains
Latches and chains on doors are simple devices designed to fasten the door closed from one side. Door chains also allow for the door...
Keyless entry locks
As technology progresses, different varieties of keyless locks are becoming increasingly common. Find out more about the different types of keyless locks that are...
Key-in-knob and key-in-lever locks
Door knobs and door levers, especially those designed for external use, often feature a keyed lock and barrel mechanism. Find out more about these...
Deadbolts, deadlocks or deadlatches
Deadbolts - also called deadlocks or deadlatches - are heavy duty locks that can't be rotated without a key. These locks are most commonly...
Dog doors, cat flaps and pet doors
Often it makes sense to attach a small door to your home, not only for your pet's convenience, but also to save you the...
Security screen doors
Security screen doors offer both a way to add an extra layer of security to the front door of your house, and to provide...
Power tracks
Power tracks are strips designed to allow the positioning of power outlets anywhere across a particular wall. These systems cost more, but go a...
Electrical maintenance
Find out how to safely maintain your home's electrical systems, and what to do if there's an electrical emergency in your house.
Electrical maintenance is...
Age of wiring
Like all things, over time wiring and the shielding that surrounds it tends to deteriorate. See how this affects the safety and performance of...