Windows & Glazing

10 ways to make your front door more secure

Published 6 Jun 2026

What this video covers

Protect your home with targeted upgrades.

Your front door is the most common entry point for burglars. These ten upgrades, ranked from ten to one, can make a significant difference without needing a full door replacement. From Axiom Eco Homes.

In this video

  1. 0:00 Intro
  2. 0:12 10. Fit a five-lever mortice deadlock
  3. 0:21 9. Reinforce the door frame
  4. 0:28 8. Install a security door chain
  5. 0:35 7. Add a door viewer peephole
  6. 0:39 6. Upgrade to multi-point locking
  7. 0:46 5. Fit hinge bolts on outward doors
  8. 0:50 4. Install a smart lock with keypad
  9. 0:58 3. Use a letterbox restrictor
  10. 1:05 2. Install external PIR security light
  11. 1:13 1. Fit a BS 3621 mortice deadlock
  12. 1:23 Where to start