Treasure Coast Locksmith provides peephole installation services in Port St. Lucie, Stuart, Fort Pierce, Vero Beach, Jensen Beach, and across the Treasure Coast. Call (772) 758-1322 for mobile service. Peephole and door viewer installation adds a basic security feature that any front door should have. Standard 200-degree peepholes install in 15 minutes for $65-$95. Digital video viewers with LCD screens run $195-$295 installed.
Works on wood, steel, and fiberglass front doors.
A peephole is the cheapest meaningful security upgrade you can make to your front door, and it is one of the most commonly missing features on older Treasure Coast homes. Standard builders have been omitting peepholes from new construction for decades, leaving homeowners to buy and install them after the fact - or to call a locksmith to do it right.
A proper peephole installation is more than drilling a hole. The hole size, the door thickness, the viewer quality, and the mounting height all affect whether the peephole actually works. We install standard 200-degree viewers, wide-angle models for larger households, and digital video viewers with LCD screens for low-vision users.
Typical installation is 15 to 30 minutes per door and costs $65 to $295 depending on the viewer type. We work on wood, steel, and fiberglass front doors.
Why install a peephole
- Cheap meaningful security - $65 vs thousands for a doorbell camera.
- Works without power or wifi - purely optical, never fails from battery.
- Every door type supported - wood, steel, fiberglass, solid core.
- Wide-angle 200-degree view - covers the entire porch area.
- Digital video option - LCD screen for low-vision or taller users.
- Height customization - installed at the user's comfortable eye level.
- HOA-neutral - peepholes don't usually need HOA approval.
- Quick 15-minute install - most jobs finish while you wait.
Why peepholes matter
The situations where a peephole pays for itself many times over.
Real-world peephole scenarios
- Tradition home where an elderly homeowner answered the door to a stranger without seeing them first - after the incident, installed a peephole immediately.
- Stuart home with a drawn-curtain entry where the homeowner couldn't see who was at the door without opening it.
- Fort Pierce rental where the landlord added peepholes to every unit for tenant peace of mind.
- Jensen Beach home with a front door next to a covered porch - peephole lets the homeowner see without stepping outside.
- Vero Beach senior community resident upgraded to a digital video viewer because the traditional peephole was too high for her to reach.
- Port St. Lucie family with young children - peephole at two heights (adult and child) so kids can safely verify visitors.
- Palm City home with frequent package deliveries where the homeowner wanted to verify the driver before opening.
- Hutchinson Island beach condo where the peephole complements a Ring doorbell for layered security.
Peephole types and selection
Residential peepholes come in three main categories. Standard 180-degree peepholes are the cheapest and smallest, with a viewing angle that covers most but not all of the entry area. Wide-angle 200-degree peepholes are slightly larger and cover essentially the entire porch.
Digital video viewers replace the standard optical peephole with a camera and LCD screen, allowing recording and screen-based viewing.
Installation requires drilling a 1/2 inch (standard) or 14mm (wide-angle) hole through the door at eye level. Standard eye level is 60 inches from the bottom of the door, but we adjust for the user's actual height. For households with both tall and short users, we sometimes install two peepholes at different heights, or use a digital viewer with flexible mounting.
Door material affects installation time. Wood doors: 10-15 minutes. Steel doors: 15-20 minutes (requires a step drill for the hole).
Fiberglass doors: 15-25 minutes (foam core can be tricky if not done carefully). Solid-core interior doors being repurposed as exterior: 15 minutes.
How a peephole install works
Phone call
Call (772) 758-1322. Tell us the door type and peephole type you want (standard, wide, digital).
Onsite drilling
Technician drills the hole at the right height and bores through the door face.
Installation
Peephole installed, sealed, and tested from both sides.
Done in 15-30 minutes
Simple job with minimal mess. Paperwork left on-site.
Peephole installation tips
- Install at the user's actual eye level, not a generic 60 inches. Shorter and taller users benefit from customization.
- For households with children, consider two peepholes at different heights or a digital viewer with wide vertical coverage.
- Digital video viewers need battery replacement every 6-12 months. Keep a note in your phone.
- Peepholes are not HOA-restricted in most cases, but check if your association has rules about any door modifications.
- After installing a peephole, teach your family to use it before opening the door. Habit matters more than the hardware.
- If you already have a smart doorbell, a peephole is still valuable - different viewing angles and no power dependency.
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Peephole installation FAQs
Common questions about door viewers and peephole installation.
How much does peephole installation cost?
Standard 200-degree peephole installation runs $65 to $95 including hardware. Wide-angle 220-degree premium peephole runs $95 to $135. Digital video peephole with LCD screen runs $195 to $295 installed.
Price includes drilling the door, installing the viewer, and testing. No hidden fees.
How long does peephole installation take?
Standard wood or fiberglass doors: 15 to 20 minutes from arrival to cleanup. Steel doors take 20 to 30 minutes because of the harder drilling. Digital video viewers take an additional 10 to 15 minutes for mounting and battery setup.
Most jobs complete while you wait.
Can you install a peephole on a steel front door?
Yes. Steel doors require a step drill and a bit more time, but peephole installation works the same way. We've installed hundreds on steel entry doors across the Treasure Coast.
The peephole housing expands slightly to fit steel door thickness.
Will you match my door finish with the peephole?
Yes. We stock peepholes in satin nickel, polished brass, oil-rubbed bronze, matte black, and antique brass to match common residential door hardware. Less common finishes can be ordered within 2-5 business days.
Can you install a digital video peephole?
Yes. Digital video viewers have a small LCD screen on the interior side, showing a live feed from a camera on the exterior. Some models record stills or video.
Most run on 4 AA batteries with 6-12 month life. Good for low-vision users or high-traffic front doors.
What is the ideal height for a peephole?
Standard is 60 inches from the bottom of the door, which works for average-height adults. For shorter users, we install at 54-56 inches. For taller users, 64-66 inches.
We ask during the visit and install at your preferred height.
Do you install two peepholes for mixed-height households?
Yes. Some families ask for one peephole at adult eye level and a second lower for children. The installation is still quick - two holes take 20-30 minutes total.
Alternatively, a wide-angle digital viewer with a larger screen covers both heights with one install.
Can I install a peephole myself?
Physically yes, with the right tools. Practically, many DIY attempts end with misaligned holes, damaged door finishes, or peepholes installed at the wrong height. Our $75-$95 professional install is usually cheaper than the mistakes.
That said, it's not rocket science if you're comfortable with a drill.
Will a peephole compromise my door's impact rating?
Technically yes, but practically no. Drilling a 1/2-inch hole through an impact-rated door voids the strict NOA compliance for that assembly. For most Treasure Coast homes this is a theoretical concern - insurance and code enforcement don't check for peephole holes.
If you have a very strict HOA or insurance requirement, verify first.
Can you install a peephole with a cover for privacy?
Yes. Many modern peepholes come with a hinged interior cover that you can slide open or closed. This prevents anyone looking in from outside (rare but possible with certain high-end peepholes).
Privacy covers add $15-$25 to the peephole cost.
Do you repair broken peepholes?
Yes. If the lens is scratched, broken, or foggy from moisture, we can replace the housing without enlarging the hole. Replacement runs $55 to $85.
If the hole itself is damaged (chipped around edges), we either patch and re-drill a slightly larger hole or recommend full repair.
Do peepholes work in condo entry doors?
Yes. Condo entry doors use the same residential peephole installation as single-family homes. Most condos do not restrict peephole installation because they're interior to the unit and not visible from common areas.
Verify with your association if uncertain.