Keypad and smart locks are a popular upgrade because they make a big impact for a reasonable price. Many offer proximity lock and unlock from an app on your phone, and some integrate with Alexa and Google Assistant so you can lock and unlock the door with voice commands and a PIN.
If you are considering new locks, here are some reasons to switch to a keypad lock:
No reason to carry keys: You no longer need to carry a physical key. This helps when there are multiple people in the household who may lose keys, so many copies don’t have to be made. It also lets you give visitors access without handing out keys and getting them back, and you don’t have to worry about a lost key falling into the wrong hands.
Digital locks are durable: Over time, keyed locks wear from use and need maintenance. Keypad locks have fewer wearing parts in the keyway, so they hold up well and need little maintenance.
They provide higher security: You don’t have to worry about keys falling into the wrong hands. You can change codes easily when you no longer want someone to have access, and a keyless lock has no keyway to pick. A keyless lock also means you’re more likely to lock your doors every time you leave, less likely to hide a key under the doormat, and less likely to make extra keys you eventually lose track of.
