When you're remodeling, you’re already tearing things apart — framing, wiring, flooring — which makes it the perfect time to fortify your home. Security upgrades that would normally be a pain become easy to integrate. If you're smart, you won’t wait until after the dust settles to start thinking about safety. Here’s what to build in while the walls are open.
1. Pre-Wire for a Whole-Home Security System
Get the wires in place now — for cameras, sensors, motion detectors, and control panels. Hardwiring your system during a remodel means no ugly exposed cables, no signal dropouts, and no battery hassles later.
Pro Tip: Install conduit in key areas so you can pull new lines in the future without tearing things back open.
2. Reinforce Exterior Doors and Frames
Most burglars kick in doors, not pick locks. Replace any hollow-core exterior doors with solid-core or steel. Add a reinforced strike plate with 3-inch screws into the framing. If you’re already swapping out doors, go the extra mile — install a smart lock and a door armor kit.
It’s simple. It’s cheap. And it works.
3. Install a Premium Home or Gun Safe
A gun safe isn’t just an accessory. It’s a necessity — especially during a remodel when you’ve got flexibility on placement and can reinforce the floor beneath it.
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A robust locking system - Liberty Safe’s Solid State™ Locking Bars are superior to outdated round bolts when it comes to pry resistance.
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A well-constructed safe body - A Dual Fusion™ 2-Piece Body reduces the number of welds required, which cuts down on weak points.
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Proven fire protection - Cool Box fire protection™ comes standard, and you can get up to 150 minutes of protection at 1200 degrees.
If you're protecting serious value — whether it's firearms, documents, or collectibles — Liberty’s Presidential, Lincoln, or Premium Home series safes are the top-tier options. These are the kind of safes you bolt down before flooring goes in.
4. Upgrade Windows and Apply Security Film
Windows are natural weak points. If you're replacing them, choose tempered or laminated glass. If not, apply a clear security film to hold the glass together under impact. Combine that with motion lights and window sensors, and your home is no longer the low-hanging fruit.
5. Build a Gun Room or Panic Room – Vault Door Optional, But Recommended
This is where you take it up a notch. Got a basement, bonus room, or spare walk-in? Frame it out as a secure gun room, storm shelter, or panic room. Reinforce the walls with 2x6 framing or even steel mesh. Run power, ventilation, lighting, and then seal the deal with
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¼" steel construction
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¼' Solid State™ locking bars
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Internal release handle
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7 gauge steel construction with ¼” internal steel plate.
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½" Solid State™ locking bars
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Internal release handle
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Up to 150 minutes of Cool Box ™ fire protection at 1200 degrees Fahrenheit.
The in-swing model is ideal for panic rooms. The out-swing version works perfectly for a dedicated gun room or high-end valuables vault. You can match the finish to your interior design or go full tactical. Either way, it's the kind of upgrade you only get one chance to do right — and a remodel is that chance.
6. Smart Lighting and Automation
Upgrade your lighting to work with motion sensors, schedules, or remote control. Exterior lights should trigger when someone approaches — not just for convenience, but for deterrence. Smart interior lights help give the illusion that someone’s always home, even when you're not.
7. Don’t Ignore the Garage
Garage doors are one of the most overlooked security risks in any home. During a remodel, reinforce the garage entry door (the one leading into your house), install a smart garage door opener with rolling codes, and add a door sensor to alert you if it’s accessed.
If you keep tools, firearms, or high-value gear in the garage, consider adding a smaller Liberty Safe or wall-mounted quick-access vault there too.
Final Thought
Home remodels aren’t just about countertops and color palettes. They’re about long-term value and smart investment — and nothing protects your investment like hardening your home’s defenses while everything’s exposed.
If you’re a gun owner, a collector, or just someone who wants peace of mind when the world goes sideways, use this opportunity to build real security into your home — from reinforced doors to a dedicated gun room protected by a Liberty Vault Door.
You won’t regret it. And if things ever go wrong, you’ll be glad you didn’t settle for “good enough.”
Looking for help choosing the right safe or Vault Door during your remodel?
Talk to your local Liberty Safe dealer. They’ll help you pick the right model, right size, and the right level of protection — before the sheetrock goes up. Or check out our Safe Quiz to find the best fit for you.
