What are the best locks for a front door?
For a front door in Knightdale, NC, look for an ANSI Grade 1 or Grade 2 deadbolt with a 1-inch throw and a reinforced strike plate. Schlage B60/B62, Kwikset SmartKey 660 series, and Medeco Maxum are reliable picks.
ANSI/BHMA grades tell you how a lock holds up to attack and wear. Grade 1 is commercial-grade. Grade 2 is solid for residential. Grade 3 is the bare minimum and what most builders install — your Knightdale, NC locksmith will usually recommend upgrading.
For most Knightdale, NC homes, a Schlage B60 or Kwikset 660-series deadbolt with a reinforced 3-inch screw strike plate is plenty. For higher-security needs (rentals, vacation homes), Medeco Maxum is the gold standard.
Pair the deadbolt with a quality knob or lever and a peephole or smart camera. Your Knightdale, NC locksmith can install everything in one visit and rekey it to a single house key.
Our local Knightdale, NC locksmith is available 7 AM – 11 PM, every day.
919-343-9794