Various Types of Locks

When you are in the market for new locks for your home or business, it is more serious than you might think. Your locks are your first line of defense against intrusion. If you don’t have the right ones then it would be easy for someone to break in. You may not have given too much consideration to this until now. If you’re having a new home built or you have signs that someone has tried to get inside your business then it is important that you consider the type of locks you have installed. Even when you are having your home remodeled, you’ll want to be sure that the locks you use are not just attractive but that they also offer you the security that you need. We have helped many find the right types of locks for their needs. Locksmiths can assist you by consulting with you about where you intend on having the locks installed. If you are looking for exterior locks you’ll need the most durable types of locks available to you. You wouldn’t use the same types of locks for your exterior doors that you would use for your interior doors. Most interior locks are simply for aesthetic purposes, while the exterior locks are intended to keep out intruders. Many homeowners believe that simply because they are familiar with certain manufacturers that it must be a good brand. This definitely is not the case. What this usually means is that a manufacturer has chosen to advertise more than another one. The other manufacturer may find it more useful to put additional money into the development of better locks. We can help you determine which locks are most suitable for your needs.

Someone could break in when you least expect it and that is why you have to be prepared for this to occur with the right locks. Every lock has a rating and when you are not familiar with this then it is likely that you’ll purchase any type of lock that looks good. Don’t worry because locksmiths are well aware of the different ratings and what they mean. They can explain them to you so that you can find the most durable lock based on their rating. Since locksmiths are so familiar with these ratings, it is certainly in your best interest to consult with them prior to purchasing your locks.

How Your Lock Works

Knowing how the mechanics of a lock works might be instrumental in helping determine the type of locks you need. Knowing how your locks function might help you make the right decision about the ones that you will need. A standard lock is usually a doorknob lock. It’s a straight-forward lock that is easy to install. The doorknob lock is usually used on interior locks and is not the most durable types of locks. This is why it helps to consult with a locksmith about any new locks that you purchase, so that you’ll know where they should and shouldn’t be installed.

Here is a list of some of the most popular locks installed by our locksmiths:

1. Pin Tumbler Lock – This lock has a set of pins, which align with the locking mechanism. When they align correctly the lock will disengage. When the incorrect key is inserted into the keyhole the pins won’t align, which means that the lock will not open.
2. Warded Locks – There is a bolt in the lock and once the right key is inserted it will disengage. The ward inside the lock is what obstructs its movement when the incorrect key is inserted. It will only move when the right key is inserted.
3. Lever Tumbler Locks – The bolt inside the locking mechanism will not move if the incorrect key is inserted.

The type of lock that you have will determine its locking functionality. The only way that you should be able to unlock any lock is with the correct key. You shouldn’t be able to use just any key, as this is what a passkey is able to do. Those who have a passkey are usually maintenance technicians who take care of properties. It is illegal to use a passkey without authorization.

Electronic Locks

The world is advancing and therefore there are new locks introduced to the market place constantly. More products are being designed for convenience. This would also include locks. Electronic locks offer a great deal of convenience for those who use them. It is true that electronic locks are more expensive than traditional locks but they offer a lot more too. The level of technology used to design them is so far advanced that they deserve to be paid for them. You are definitely paying for the expertise of those who design these types of locks. You are also paying for their level of efficiency. The electronic locks are seldom compromised due to advanced design features. In many instances when a burglar notices that you have electronic locks they will often avoid attempting to break in.

Types of electronic locks that our locksmiths install most often include:

1. Push Button Locks – A code is required to unlock and lock this type of lock. A keypad is installed and this is where you’ll have to put in the correct code to open the lock. Some push button locks have internal motors and some with magnets that engage the lock. This type of lock is simple to program, which is why it is a good option.
2. Biometric Locks – This type of lock is often found in government buildings to allow access to authorized personnel only. Biometric locks use personal characteristics to identify the person. The most widely used type of personal characteristic is a fingerprint. When the person places their finger on the keypad and the correct fingerprint is identified, the lock will unlock.

No matter what type of lock you’re interested in, you can get the help that you need to install them from a qualified locksmith.