What should I look for when choosing electronic door locks for my home?

When choosing electronic door locks, check compatibility with your door thickness and backset, preferred access type like keypad, fingerprint or keycard, ANSI/BHMA security rating, battery life, auto-lock options, smart home integration, and whether you still want a traditional keyway as backup.

Are electronic door locks secure enough for exterior doors?

Electronic door locks are secure for exterior doors when you choose models with solid metal construction, ANSI/BHMA Grade 1 or 2 ratings, strong deadbolts, encrypted wireless communication, and features like auto-lock and tamper alarms. Proper installation on a reinforced door and frame is just as important as the lock itself.

How do you install an electronic door lock on a standard front door?

To install an electronic door lock, remove the existing deadbolt, install the new latch in the edge bore, mount the exterior keypad and interior module, connect the cable between them, secure with screws, insert batteries, then program user codes.

Do electronic door locks work if the power or Wi‑Fi goes out?

Electronic door locks continue working during power or Wi‑Fi outages because they run on internal batteries. Keypad codes or mechanical keys still operate the lock. Smart features like app control or voice commands pause until power and internet are restored, but basic locking and unlocking remain available.