[{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","@id":"https:\/\/www.newjerseywindow.com\/blog\/keep-your-home-safe-with-these-door-security-tips\/#BlogPosting","mainEntityOfPage":"https:\/\/www.newjerseywindow.com\/blog\/keep-your-home-safe-with-these-door-security-tips\/","headline":"Keep Your Home Safe With These Security Tips for Doors","name":"Keep Your Home Safe With These Security Tips for Doors","description":"Aside from serving as the visual focal point of your entire property, your entryway features another important purpose: security. The right door not only offers ample visual appeal, but also protects your interior from all sorts of hazards, from burglars to bugs and beyond. Here, we\u2019ll discuss how to ensure your door is delivering the […]","datePublished":"2018-02-19","dateModified":"2024-02-20","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/www.newjerseywindow.com\/author\/njsiding\/#Person","name":"Andrew Sciacca","url":"https:\/\/www.newjerseywindow.com\/author\/njsiding\/","identifier":1,"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/4afc4160086f7bad2818e23ee4b094a7c0880439286ca7e407ab3af917b28246?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/4afc4160086f7bad2818e23ee4b094a7c0880439286ca7e407ab3af917b28246?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"New Jersey Siding & Windows","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/www.newjerseywindow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/njsw-logo.png","url":"https:\/\/www.newjerseywindow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/njsw-logo.png","width":600,"height":60}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/www.newjerseywindow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/iStock-508202637.jpg","url":"https:\/\/www.newjerseywindow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/iStock-508202637.jpg","height":837,"width":1254},"url":"https:\/\/www.newjerseywindow.com\/blog\/keep-your-home-safe-with-these-door-security-tips\/","about":["Blog"],"wordCount":348,"keywords":["Doors","Tips"],"articleBody":"Aside from serving as the visual focal point of your entire property, your entryway features another important purpose: security. The right door not only offers ample visual appeal, but also protects your interior from all sorts of hazards, from burglars to bugs and beyond. Here, we\u2019ll discuss how to ensure your door is delivering the security your home needs. Install specialized doors.Specialized exterior doors aren\u2019t always necessary, but certain homeowners prefer to go the extra mile by installing storm or security doors. Security doors are often crafted with extra-durable materials, like steel, in order to deliver a measure of protection that goes beyond the typical wooden door. Storm doors, on the other hand, are a popular choice for Northern New Jersey residents, as they offer peace of mind during the ferocious weather brought on by hurricanes and winter storms. Get a deadbolt lock installed.If the type of security you\u2019re looking for has more to do with people than weather, a deadbolt lock, which features a bolt that reaches into your door\u2019s jamb, is an ideal choice. Fortunately, many exterior doors are predrilled for deadbolts, making installation simple and relatively inexpensive. Pay attention to the rest of your entryway.Entryways aren\u2019t just a door \u2013 they also involve a number of additional components, including the framing, the jamb and much more. And while replacing a door is an important step, these other components could also be due for an update. If you think this is the case, don\u2019t hesitate to call the professionals at New Jersey Siding & Windows, and we\u2019ll size up the situation before recommending a course of action.Home Security Starts With Your Entry DoorThe first step to a safer home is ensuring that your front door is as secure as can be. If you\u2019re seeking a storm or security door in Northern New Jersey, get in touch with New Jersey Windows & Doors. We offer an array of entry doors in various elegant designs, making it easy to find the perfect match for your property."},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Blog","item":"https:\/\/www.newjerseywindow.com\/blog\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Keep Your Home Safe With These Security Tips for Doors","item":"https:\/\/www.newjerseywindow.com\/blog\/keep-your-home-safe-with-these-door-security-tips\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]