Your home is only as strong as its doors and windows. Many intruders are able to gain access to a space simply by kicking in the door. Smoke, wind and fire could also easily get through a weak door. When you are prepping your home for a natural or man-made disaster, consider these four types of security doors.

Vault Doors

If you have created a safe room in your house, you might consider fitting it with vault doors. These doors allow you to enter the code to get into the safe room. Once inside, you quickly and easily lock the vault. No intruder would be able to break into the vault. A vault is ideal for storing essential prepping supplies such as ammunition, food or protective gear. These doors also work well for storm shelters.

Security Doors

Key cards for security doors are a helpful way of gaining access to a building or room without having to worry about keys. Key cards, like those available from Arapahoe County Security Center Inc., make use of an embedded chip that emits a signal that opens the door. Another option is a magnetic strip that unlocks the door. If you need to change access, doing so is easy with the use of the card reader system's proprietary software.

Fireproof Doors

When you are prepping for a natural disaster, consider installing doors that are fireproof. These doors could protect you in the event that your home catches fire as the result of a wildfire or lightning strike. They could also protect you in a time of civil unrest. Fire doors are heavy, insulated and form a tight seal against smoke intrusion. They may also have a protected glass window.

Bullet-proof Doors

In the event of civil unrest or a burglar invading your home, bullet-proof doors could come in handy. These doors are able to resist splintering and shattering if bullets were fired at them. In most cases, the doors are able to retain the bullets or slow them down enough so they do not cause bodily injury if they were to strike you after passing through the door.

When designing a shelter for storms, intruders and other disasters, consider one or more of these types of doors. Also keep in mind how easy or difficult it will be for you to use the door, especially during an emergency situation. Selecting the right type of security door can make all the difference when it comes to your security.


About the Author:
Brooke Chaplan is a freelance writer and recent graduate of the University of New Mexico. She writes for many online publications and blogs about home improvements, family, and health. She is an avid hiker, biker and runner. Contact her via twitter @BrookeChaplan.