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My husband grew up in a small town in the Southeast where everyone knew each other and nobody locked their doors. On the contrary, I grew up in a city where you wouldn’t even think about not locking your doors and a large majority of the residents had home security systems. My friend Jen recently referenced a post that I hope you’ll a. read and b. learn something from.
When we moved into our home a year and a half ago, we installed electronic, keyless deadbolts as an added measure of security. Not only are they great for busy moms on the run who tend to forget things like keys, they add an additional layer of security.
Kwikset recently launched SmartCode, a line of keyless entry electronic touch pad deadbolt locks. SmartCode allows you the option of creating multiple unique access codes for guests, housekeepers, nannies, and more. You simply enter the code to unlock the door (but you can lock the door with the simple push of a button). You can change the code at anytime to protect your family if you feel like your security has been compromised. I like the fact that we don’t have to create duplicate keys to leave on the porch or get lost. The lock can quickly and easily be re keyed without removing it from the door.
Installation is easier than it might appear. The deadbolt fits most standard doors and doesn’t require hard wiring or new screw holes. The lock is powered by four AA batteries which should last about a year. A key is included should you ever need one, but in all the years we’ve had our electronic deadbolts, we haven’t had to use it.
SmartCode is available in an Arlington handleset, Juno knob or Tustin lever with your choice of three finishes: Lifetime Brass, Satin Nickel or Venetian Bronze. The locks are available at Home Depot, Lowes, and retailers nationwide and prices start at $100.
Right now, the company is hosting a “LiveSmart” tour which is a four month cross-country road tour of home improvement retailers. Kwikset has a mobile showroom and tent set up at each stop to show homeowners how easy it is to have smart home security. Visit one of their mobile locations for games, giveaways, and more. And if you can’t make it to one of their stops, head on over to their micro site for a chance to win a smart home office package, a smart entertainment package or the grand prize of a smart car. Here is a list of their California stops:
SAN DIEGO, CA
ORANGE COUNTY, CA
LOS ANGELES, CA
FONTANA, CA
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Noreen says
I like that you can have more than one code so if I give some one a code i can change it later and not worry about extra keys
dana b says
I like (and own) the smartkey version – if only they’d had this sooner – it’s a wonderful product for rental property. Saves you a ton in re-keying fees.
Karen Luedy says
I love the fact that you can change the code….this would be great as my kids are 23, 22, 15, and 12, so I wouldnt need to have them keep track of a key.
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Donna C. says
The feature that I like most is that either cylinder can be re-keyed in seconds, without removing the lock from the door.
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Jennifer says
I love the smartcode- how smart is that??
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Kitty says
I like the SmartCode® touchpad electronic lever in Lifetime Brass.
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Jen {Tiny Oranges} says
Thanks for linking my burglary article!! It means a lot – and I love to spread the word on this important topic. These locks sound INCREDIBLE! I love that you can program different codes for different people. Very smart.
Linda Kish says
I like that the Tustin is reversible and secure. i have bad hands and have wanted to go to a lever.
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Carolyn says
I like that the smart door knob nstalls with a screwdriver in quickly. We can save money doing it ourselves!
Stephanie V. says
Home Connect Technology. This technology works by allowing your front door lock to wirelessly talk to other things in your house, such as the security system, lighting, thermostat, and entertainment system.
very cool!
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Heather Jenkins says
I’ve been wanting one of these for several years–I love that you can change the code anytime, and it eliminates my worry that my daughter will forget her keys after school.
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Ellen says
Door locks are grades by security level-it comes from the BHMA and is accredited by the ANSI – a score of 1 is the highest and 3 the lowest. All of the kwikset locks are rated at 1.565 and above!
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Sharon says
One “smart” feature I like is the ability to re-key or re-code your locks. If you’re going to be gone for a while, you can give a trusted neighbor the temporary key/code–then revert to your permanent one when you return. These are really nice locks–thanks so much for the giveaway!
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joanne major says
i like the fact that you can change the code. that makes me feel safer than giving people a key and then worring if the made a spare key.
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Vickie Couturier says
Im forever losing my keys,so this is so great,an you get to choose your code to put in,that would make it so much easier for me to remember
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Marla Y says
I learned it Installs in minutes with just a screwdriver – no hard wiring required. The easier the better. Would love to win. Thanks for the chance.
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Jennifer B says
oh wow! I love this whole concept! I love that it has a light so you can see what you’re doing in the dark especially for my house when my porch light is constantly burnt out
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cherice says
The smart code is soneat! I like that it has a Keyless entry deadbolt! Thanks for the chance.
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Deborah R says
One smart feature I like is the back-lit keypad for increased visibility.
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nan lara says
i like smartcode, no keys to lose, we had a garage door that opened like that when i was a kid
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Mellissa C says
I like the Smart code Feature.
Debbie C says
I like everything about the SmartCode and really want one for our door. One feature I really appreciate is being able to set a temporary code for a guest who may be staying for a short time.
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Celeste says
I love that you just have to hit a button to lock the door. Makes it so much easier if you realize you forgot to lock the door – and need to quickly lock it as you leave the house…especially if you’re caring a bunch of stuff (like I usually am!)
Jolee says
I love this! I love that you can re-key your lock in very easy nominal steps. Cool.
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Amy Brewer says
I like that it is The only one touch locking motorized deadbolt
Stacy says
I like that you can re-program the lock easily and assign temporary codes
Clarissa says
i love that you can change your code at any time so if you ever feel afraid that your security could be threatened because someone might know your code you can easily fix it
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Jill Myrick says
I like that the Arlington can be rekeyed without removing it from the door.
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Debbie says
I like that you can change the code.
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Joy Bennett says
I like the keyless entry so I don’t need to keep track of a key
katie s. says
I like the Juno, its traditional, easy, and would replace our current beatup old lock that likes to not work when its humid out. My favorite smart feature is the HomeConnect software that can allow you to get an email whenever the lock opens to track your kids (or hubby) and remotely make sure you remembered to lock your door from anywhere in the world! How futureistic! Thanks!
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Kimberly says
I like the One touch locking with a motorized deadbolt.
laurie says
i like that you can lock the door with a simple push of a button
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Aisling says
I think it’s “smart” that the Kwikset site products section will help a buyer identify the grades of residential security (basic,, intermediate and highest) for each of their products.
Louis says
my favorite feature is the keyed entry – double cylinder.
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Jennifer M says
I love that I don’t have to worry about fumbling with keys while trying to bring my toddler and infant and/or groceries inside.
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Mike says
The availablae Home Connect feature that can let you track who’s home, and check in via the web. Now thats what I call Smart!
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Jay F. says
I like that I can have multiple codes. I’d match one to my work and one to my old garage, and whatever else the kids would be able to remember.
Melanie says
I love that it’s keyless!
Julie L says
One of my favorite features is that you can change the code anytime-love to win this thanks for the giveaway
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Sarah Z says
I like the SmartKey technology – I just had to rekey my house, it would have been nice if I could have done it myself!
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Angela Winesburg says
I like that the smart door knob installs quickly with a screwdriver, thanks!
Chrysa says
I like that you can re-code your locks!
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Gianna says
The Tustin is reversible and secure.
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I like that it has a Back-lit keypad for increased visibility. This is invaluable at night!
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My favorite feature is you can change the code.
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