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5 Simple Ways to Lock a Sliding Door Without a Lock
Many homeowners spend a substantial amount of money to reinforce the front door of their house while they completely ignore sliding doors. That’s a huge mistake. Sliding doors are usually one of the weakest points of many homes, and burglars are well aware of this...

9 Best Ways to Secure a Door From the Inside
While many people believe that burglars usually break into houses through windows, the truth is that most intruders get inside through either the front or the back door. Often, they simply kick the door open. Home invasions usually happen when the house is empty,...
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5 Secret Places to Hide a Spare Car Key [On Car and Elsewhere]
No matter how careful you are, there’s a chance that you’ll lose your car key or lock yourself out one day. You can save yourself a lot of hassle if you get prepared in advance for that situation and have a spare key at hand. The good news is that if you own a car,...
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5 Reasons Why Drain Flies Keep Coming Back [And The Solution]
So you’ve tried everything but can’t get rid of those annoying little pests. If you’re tired of the constant fight to eliminate drain flies, you’re not alone. I’ve been there, so I know exactly how frustrating that situation can be. Getting rid of all drain flies and...

7 Secret Places to Securely Store Your Recovery Seed Phrase
Trying to find a great hiding spot for your seed phrase? Often it’s not as simple as it sounds. The hiding place you choose, besides being secure, should also be easy to access and remember. Being a security manager, I know exactly how to avoid the common places and...

Where Do Drain Flies Come From? 3 Simple Methods to Find Them All
Drain flies are annoying little creatures that can show up in every household. They can multiply quickly, therefore you must start eliminating them once they appear in your home. In this article, I’ll show you all the places where drain flies may come from and some...

Can a Doorstop Prevent Entry? How Secure It Is?
I often use door wedges to improve security because it’s a simple and straightforward solution. Also, it’s a handy way to keep a door closed without using a lock. I’m often asked if a doorstop has the potential of preventing unauthorized entries or is it just a...

11 Worst Places to Hide Valuables (and Money)
So you want to hide some valuable items and make sure that someone other than you will never find them. When it comes to concealing valuables, it’s extremely important to find an uncommon hiding spot. It’s especially true if you try to hide money or jewelry. I know...

9 Simple Ways to Lock a Door Without a Lock (With Photos)
There could be many situations where you need to lock a door without a lock. You may want to secure a bedroom, a bathroom, or any other interior door or you just want to lock your front (or back) door without using keys. Sometimes you need a temporary solution to keep...

How to Secure an Outward Opening Door (Including French & Patio Doors)
While it’s true that most doors (especially front doors) open inwards, outward opening doors are not uncommon either. Usually, an exterior door that opens outward is more vulnerable to force attacks than an inward opening one. However, if you know its weak points, you...