- Totally agree about the lockboxes—handy, but if someone really wants in, they’ll find a way.
- I’ve installed a few for clients, and honestly, most folks just stick them in obvious spots. Not great.
- I’d rather swap out a doorknob for one of those keypad deadbolts. No key to lose, no box to hide.
- Neighbor with a spare is solid, but only if you trust ‘em.
- Crawling through windows? Did that once, ended up with a bruised rib and a broken screen... not worth it.
- Old-school’s fine, but tech’s catching up—just gotta use it smart.
No key to lose, no box to hide.
Keypad deadbolts are a game changer, honestly. I’ve recommended them to clients who always lose keys, and it’s so much less stressful. That said, I still get nervous about relying 100% on tech—what if the battery dies and you’re standing there with groceries? Has anyone actually had that happen, or is it just my paranoia kicking in? I do love the idea of a trusted neighbor, but yeah, that only works if you’re close. Curious if anyone’s tried those smart locks that work with your phone—are they worth it, or just another thing to troubleshoot?
Had a keypad lock on a flip once—battery died right as I was hauling in paint cans. Ended up sitting on the porch eating chips until my partner showed up with the backup code. Now I just swap batteries every daylight savings, like smoke alarms. Phone locks are cool but if your phone’s dead, you’re still stuck... Murphy’s Law, right?
- I hear you on the battery thing—nothing like getting locked out with a trunk full of supplies.
- I started keeping a spare 9V in my glove box after my smart lock died mid-project. Not glamorous, but it’s saved me once already.
- Swapping batteries with daylight savings is smart, but I always forget...maybe I need a calendar reminder?
- Phone locks sound convenient until you realize your phone’s either dead or buried under paint tarps.
- Honestly, sometimes I miss old-school keys. At least they don’t run out of juice.
- I get missing the old keys, but honestly, I’ve had more issues with lost or bent keys than dead batteries.
- The backup code feature on smart locks has bailed me out more than once—just gotta remember it.
- For rentals, the audit trail from smart locks is a lifesaver. No more mystery about who’s been in and out... that’s worth a few battery swaps in my book.
- Still, I keep a manual lockbox hidden outside, just in case tech fails. Not pretty, but it keeps projects moving.
