How to Install a Deadbolt Lock

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Learn how to install a deadbolt lock in your door. Improve your home security system with these tips. Get step-by-step instructions for this do-it-yourself project.

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  How to Chisel Out the Strike Hole for a Deadbolt Lock

  Learn how to install a deadbolt lock on a door, including how to chisel out the wood for the strike hole, from a professional locksmith in this free DIY video.

  

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  How to Choose a Deadbolt Lock

  Learn how to choose one of two main types of deadbolt locks, single and double cylinder, for your home security needs from a professional locksmith in this free DIY video.

  

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  How to Drill a Hole for the Latch of a Deadbolt Lock

  Learn how to install a deadbolt lock on a door, including how to drill a hole for the latch, from a professional locksmith in this free DIY video.

  

  Views: 2,558

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  How to Drill a Strike Hole for a Deadbolt Lock

  Learn how to install a deadbolt lock on a door, including how to drill a strike hole for a deadbolt lock, from a professional locksmith in this free DIY video.

  

  Views: 2,867

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  How to Drill Holes for the Strike Plate for a Deadbolt Lock

  Learn how to install a deadbolt lock on a door, including how to drill holes for the strike plate, from a professional locksmith in this free DIY video.

  

  Views: 2,705

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  How to Drill Pilot Holes to Install a Deadbolt

  Learn how to install a deadbolt lock on a door, including how to drill pilot holes for installing the deadbolt, from a professional locksmith in this free DIY video.

  

  Views: 2,737

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  How to Install a Deadbolt Lock

  Learn how to install a deadbolt lock on a door, including how to properly place the deadbolt in the door hole, from a professional locksmith in this free DIY video.

  

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  How to Install a Latch for a Deadbolt Lock

  Learn how to install a deadbolt lock on a door, including how to install a latch for a deadbolt, from a professional locksmith in this free DIY video.

  

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  How to Install a Strike Plate for a Deadbolt Lock

  Learn how to install a deadbolt lock on a door, including how to install a strike plate, from a professional locksmith in this free DIY video.

  

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  How to Mark the Wall for a Strike Plate for a Deadbolt Lock

  Learn how to install a deadbolt lock on a door, including how to make the wall for a strike plate, from a professional locksmith in this free DIY video.

  

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  How to Mark Where a Deadbolt Lock Goes into Casing

  Learn how to install a deadbolt lock on a door, including how to mark where a deadbolt goes into its casing, from a professional locksmith in this free DIY video.

  

  Views: 2,724

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  How to Measure for Installation of Deadbolt

  Learn how to install a deadbolt lock on a door, including how to measure for the installation of the deadbolt, from a professional locksmith in this free DIY video.

  

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  How to Saw a Hole for a Deadbolt Lock

  Learn how to install a deadbolt lock on a door, including sawing holes for the deadbolt lock, from a professional locksmith in this free DIY video.

  

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  Tools for Installing a Deadbolt Lock

  Learn what tools you need to install a deadbolt lock on a door to improve security, from a professional locksmith in this free DIY video.

  

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Summary: When a break in occurs at home, nothing seems more important than the safety of you and your loved ones, or perhaps the protection of your most prized possessions. Home security measures can range from installing complex electronic sensors, motion detectors, deadbolt locks, lights and alarms, to doing simple things like getting to know your neighbors, implementing a neighborhood watch program, having someone collect your mail while your away, and keeping your doors locked.

In this free video series, learn how to tackle a fairly simple do-it-yourself home improvement project that can significantly strengthen your security system. Our expert will show you how to install a single-cylinder deadbolt lock on any door in your home. Watch these step-by-step video clips and get tips on how to measure for the deadbolt, drill the hole, install the strike plate, and connect the latch.

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