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Can I install a keyed lock in my sliding patio door if it didn't come with one?Roger E., Katy, Texas You have two options: You can get a general retrofit kit from an outfit like Swisco.com (it bills ...

A simple door lock is no longer enough for giving your home supreme protection, especially if you have a glass or a sliding door. While you can equip your home with CCTV cameras, there is still the ...

The answers to questions from tenants and landlords are provided by Robert Griswold, a property manager certified by the Institute of Real Estate Management and author of "Property Management for ...