To all the posters responding about it being crooked - I just installed one of these and now I understand why he had to do this. In my case as well the deadbolt doesn't recede all the way unless unlocked with some force (manually) whereas when it unlocks electronically, it turns too slowly leaving some deadbolt exposed. I'm astounded Simplisafe doesn't provide more flexibility in their adapters to account for this, I'm super bummed.
The issue with your lock being crooked is due to the mounting plate not being installed properly or it's not tight. Make sure you don't screw the mounting plate too tight but it should be tight enough not to move around. Even in the state you have it now, if you push the lock to the left, it will move.
10:40 I agree. The mounting plate is crooked because his original deadbolt keyhole on the exterior is rotated. He just needs to turn it a little before tightening everything together. I would probably put everything together loose enough to rotate, but tight enough to stay still once adjusted, then tape the exterior lock in place to the door while I tighten things down for good.
Also the two gripes you mentioned have nothing to do with simplisafe but are specific to your door install. Just one DIY person to another. Great Video. Thanks for sharing.
so the part of you having to push the door to get the deadbolt to lock it properly. Did you find a way to fix that? I wonder if screwing in the door better would make a difference
Thanks for all of the information provided, and for your personal evaluation. Helped me make a decision as to moving forward with the SIMPLISAFE Deadbolt lock.
If the door deadbolt isn't unlocking all the way, it's probably due to the door seal applying pressure to the door and causing resistance on the deadbolt. Try pulling the door a little to relieve the resistance while it's unlocking.
Yeah I have this problem with just a traditional deadbolt. To lock it I have to push the door inward so that its completely closed and the deadbolt lines up properly with the hole it slides into. I think it's an alignment issue, I may need to get a professional to look at it.
@@blkretrosamurai Yeah I've seen this happen before. Either they will adjust the door, strike plate, or all of the above to get it lined up perfectly. I've seen wooden doors and frames warp and cause this. Metal doors and frames are less likely to have this problem. It sill happens to them too though.
@@JuanCamacho21 you bought the main hub and keypad if I understand? That is the main system... minus the add on sensors and benefits that are the lesser cost. I believe even with the door sensors you dont have to pay monitor cost fyi. Also if you add the very inexpensive door sensor with that lock it will allow for the auto lock and not lock OPEN mode as it will know when closed... I think a 24.99 add on. Good luck in either case and thanks for the review.
Hiccup on recalibrating????? In your video - you never bothered to add the lock after the physical installation- or at least that was not in your video. The instructions are very clear that comes with the lock.
If you have the alarm system set up and monitoring and you open your door with a key, you have so long to turn off the monitoring system via the key pad before it sets the alarm off.
@@JuanCamacho21 How'd you fix it? I am having the same issue with some dead space in the deadbolt that leaves the bolt exposed when unlocking electronically.
Your mount is crooked making it look crooked. Maybe that could be the reason the lock doesn't retract all the way as well. I don't know much about this it was just a thought that I might pass along to you.
$27 a month with no contracts and is in the US. We love our SimpliSafe home security. Have had it for a year. We are now adding this lock and doorbell to our system
@Paul- i would agree- if you dont already have a simplisafe system - this is not the smart lock for you. The marketing and installation instructions make this very clear.
Don’t you think it’s kind of stupid having this system on a French door, where someone can break the window and unlock the door from outside? 🤔 Old school locks are always better...
If someone broke your windows, they'd be able to unlock the lock regardless of whether it's a smart or old school lock. I don't understand your point here... BUT, SimpliSafe of course is a security company. If you used their security system, the burglar who broke your window would be recorded by your smart door bell and your motion sensor would pick up the illegal activity. On top of that, if you had the broken glass sensor as well, you'd have the perfect combo to combat someone breaking your window.
Could break door glass or any window. Doesn't make much of a difference. Simplisafe has glass break sensors. Also, if you want to prevent broken windows or a French door, 3M has a film you can place on glass that makes it like a car windshield, it'll break but not shatter and keeps the glass in place. Downside, if you have a fire or emergency, can't break it our either.
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Can't believe it's been a month and you left that lock installed in there crooked lol
guess he doesn't care about crooked lock.
I thought he was going to say that something internally broke after a month and now it’s crooked but nope haha
Gives me anxiety
Gives me anxiety too. LMAO
To all the posters responding about it being crooked - I just installed one of these and now I understand why he had to do this. In my case as well the deadbolt doesn't recede all the way unless unlocked with some force (manually) whereas when it unlocks electronically, it turns too slowly leaving some deadbolt exposed. I'm astounded Simplisafe doesn't provide more flexibility in their adapters to account for this, I'm super bummed.
This is perfect to install in my door that is connected to my garage.
The issue with your lock being crooked is due to the mounting plate not being installed properly or it's not tight. Make sure you don't screw the mounting plate too tight but it should be tight enough not to move around. Even in the state you have it now, if you push the lock to the left, it will move.
I will have to try and straighten it when I loosen it up. I stare at it all the time lol.
@@JuanCamacho21 yep drives me crazy lol
10:40 I agree. The mounting plate is crooked because his original deadbolt keyhole on the exterior is rotated. He just needs to turn it a little before tightening everything together. I would probably put everything together loose enough to rotate, but tight enough to stay still once adjusted, then tape the exterior lock in place to the door while I tighten things down for good.
Also the two gripes you mentioned have nothing to do with simplisafe but are specific to your door install. Just one DIY person to another. Great Video. Thanks for sharing.
so the part of you having to push the door to get the deadbolt to lock it properly. Did you find a way to fix that? I wonder if screwing in the door better would make a difference
Thanks for all of the information provided, and for your personal evaluation. Helped me make a decision as to moving forward with the SIMPLISAFE Deadbolt lock.
Glad it was helpful!
If the door deadbolt isn't unlocking all the way, it's probably due to the door seal applying pressure to the door and causing resistance on the deadbolt. Try pulling the door a little to relieve the resistance while it's unlocking.
Should I pull it inward and hold it?
Yeah I have this problem with just a traditional deadbolt. To lock it I have to push the door inward so that its completely closed and the deadbolt lines up properly with the hole it slides into. I think it's an alignment issue, I may need to get a professional to look at it.
@@blkretrosamurai Yeah I've seen this happen before. Either they will adjust the door, strike plate, or all of the above to get it lined up perfectly. I've seen wooden doors and frames warp and cause this. Metal doors and frames are less likely to have this problem. It sill happens to them too though.
Can't believe you bought that full system just for the deadbolt.... please tell me are going to atleast add a door sensor and maybe a motion.
I only bought the deadbolt, not the full system. I am going to add a camera door bell soon.
@@JuanCamacho21 you bought the main hub and keypad if I understand? That is the main system... minus the add on sensors and benefits that are the lesser cost. I believe even with the door sensors you dont have to pay monitor cost fyi. Also if you add the very inexpensive door sensor with that lock it will allow for the auto lock and not lock OPEN mode as it will know when closed... I think a 24.99 add on. Good luck in either case and thanks for the review.
@@zoe7657 Thanks for the info. I will look into. The 24.99 seems like a good option.
How did you buy it without sensors?
Hiccup on recalibrating????? In your video - you never bothered to add the lock after the physical installation- or at least that was not in your video. The instructions are very clear that comes with the lock.
do u have to change it
Good day quick question.. if you dont key in your pin and just key in the real keys would it not deactivate the system or the alarm will go off?
I didn't have the alarm system but I bet it would set the alarm off without being to deactivate it. That might be a good question for them.
If you have the alarm system set up and monitoring and you open your door with a key, you have so long to turn off the monitoring system via the key pad before it sets the alarm off.
Thank you. I can’t find the black version of the keypad and base station anywhere
Did you try Best Buy?
Thank you!
You're welcome!
Mines not crooked and I've never had the unlocking issue had it on for about a year.
Are you still having issues with yours?
No I fixed it
@@JuanCamacho21 How'd you fix it? I am having the same issue with some dead space in the deadbolt that leaves the bolt exposed when unlocking electronically.
You can change the countdown time with the keypad
Good to know
Still crooked :(
Your mount is crooked making it look crooked. Maybe that could be the reason the lock doesn't retract all the way as well. I don't know much about this it was just a thought that I might pass along to you.
Thanks for the tip
Hmmm I installed nest lock and I had to install crooked also. Its the only way the stupid thing would screw together
It drive me crazy that it is crooked lol
How much is the monthly fee to have phone access
You have to call SimpliSafe on that one. I still don't have it.
$27 a month with no contracts and is in the US. We love our SimpliSafe home security. Have had it for a year. We are now adding this lock and doorbell to our system
27$
it looks crooked
OCD activated!!!!!!!
These are problems with your door, not the lock.
Good point!
Lol dude you should have just done august if you’re not doing the whole system.
@Paul- i would agree- if you dont already have a simplisafe system - this is not the smart lock for you. The marketing and installation instructions make this very clear.
Don’t you think it’s kind of stupid having this system on a French door, where someone can break the window and unlock the door from outside? 🤔 Old school locks are always better...
If someone broke your windows, they'd be able to unlock the lock regardless of whether it's a smart or old school lock.
I don't understand your point here... BUT, SimpliSafe of course is a security company. If you used their security system, the burglar who broke your window would be recorded by your smart door bell and your motion sensor would pick up the illegal activity. On top of that, if you had the broken glass sensor as well, you'd have the perfect combo to combat someone breaking your window.
Could break door glass or any window. Doesn't make much of a difference. Simplisafe has glass break sensors. Also, if you want to prevent broken windows or a French door, 3M has a film you can place on glass that makes it like a car windshield, it'll break but not shatter and keeps the glass in place. Downside, if you have a fire or emergency, can't break it our either.