If you can not see who is on the other side of your front door before opening it, a peephole for door installation is one of the cheapest, fastest security upgrades you can make — and it takes a locksmith about 10 minutes.
Why a Peephole Matters More Than People Think
Package thieves, solicitors, and worse all have one thing in common: they knock or ring the bell hoping you will open the door without checking. A door viewer lets you see exactly who is there without unlocking anything or making a sound. It is a small piece of hardware, but it closes a real gap, especially on front doors that do not have a sidelight window.
Can You Install a Peephole Yourself?
Technically yes, with a drill and the right size bit. In practice, most people either do not have the tools, drill the hole slightly crooked or too large, or end up with a peephole that is mounted at the wrong height for the household. A locksmith brings the correct hole saw for your door thickness, mounts it level and at the right eye height, and finishes the job cleanly on the first try.
What We Install
- Standard optical peepholes (160°–180° wide-angle view)
- Digital / smart door viewers with a small screen or camera
- Peepholes matched to your door thickness (solid wood, steel, fiberglass)
- Finish options to match existing door hardware (brass, nickel, black, bronze)
How Much Does Peephole Installation Cost?
A standard optical peephole install is a low-cost add-on, especially when bundled with any other lock or door hardware work at the same visit. Digital/smart door viewers cost more for the hardware itself but installation is the same quick process. We will always quote the exact price before starting.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a peephole work on any door?
Most solid exterior doors can have one installed. Very thin or hollow-core doors may need a different approach, which we can advise on during the visit.
Can you install a peephole at a lower height for a wheelchair user or a child?
Yes, we can install at any height requested, or add a second peephole lower on the door.
How long does installation take?
Typically 10–15 minutes for a standard optical peephole.
Do you install these as a standalone visit or only with other work?
Either. Many customers add it on during a rekey or lock service call, but we will happily come out just for a peephole install.
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