Door Keyed on Both Sides

The exterior door is equipped with a double-keyed lock, meaning a key is required to unlock the door from both sides.

Exterior door with a deadbolt that needs a key on both sides, circled in red
From a HomeCloud evaluation.
OccasionalFix nowSafetyExterior doors

Why it matters

A double-keyed lock may limit quick egress. Replacing it with a standard deadbolt improves safety and usability.

How common is it?

Found in 9% of the homes HomeCloud evaluated, Sep 2025 to Oct 2026.

Counted by the finding's name on HomeCloud reports, so the true number can be a little higher.

How soon to fix it

HomeCloud reports list this as a fix-now item.

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