slide 1: TIPS FOR CHOOSING
THE RIGHT DOOR LOCK
slide 2: Getting the right door lock for your home or business is really important and
isn’t a process that should be rushed into without first having given it undue
consideration. Here are some tips to ensure you choose the right door locks for
your needs: Understand lock terminology: Most deadbolts whether conventional or smart are single-cylinder and usually
operated using a key from the outside or a thumb-turn from inside. High security
locks have hardened cylinders unique pin configurations and other forms of
defense. Grade 1 locks are the most difficult to disable while rankings go up to
level 3 but you’ll probably need to check with a professional qualified locksmith
before purchasing a lock as most don’t display the grade on the packaging.
slide 3: Think about how much you want to spend: While most high-security locks aren’t cheap the costs and loss of money
associated with a break-in will usually be far higher making buying a
high-security lock a sound investment. Note that homeowner’s insurance policies
often give discounts for homes with deadbolts too. Ask yourself if you want a smart lock While a little costlier than standard locks smart locks do have a number of
advantages not least that they can prove helpful if you’re prone to often leaving
your door unlocked accidentally or if you need to allow contractors or cleaners
entry to your home when you’re not there.
slide 4: When you link up your smart lock with your mobile device via an app you can
remotely lock and unlock your door. Note that this kind of remote access usually
requires a Wi-Fi bridge at an additional cost. Do you require remote access If not an electronic lock might be an
option: Electronic locks offer keypad access to your home or business and give you the
option of distributing pin codes among individuals with whom you wish to gain
entry in your absence. These are not compatible with smart devices though.
slide 5: Check that your doorframe and lock are strong enough: If your doors are hollow-core then there’s every chance that they’ll give way in
the event of unlawful entry long before your lock does. There’s little point paying
for a high security lock if the door it’s installed in is weak and penetrable. When you buy the lock of your choice ensure that a heavy-duty metal box strike
is installed or opt for 3-inch screws to be added to your existing strike plate.
Think about your door hinges too and ensure that they’re secure enough.
slide 6: To be certain that your doorframe hinges and lock are strong enough to stand up
to an attack from a burglar or intruder consult with a professional locksmith
who will be happy to perform a security assessment on your home or business
before you take any action to replace or upgrade any locks. Ultimately if you choose to spend less on locks that’s entirely your prerogative
but cutting costs on something as important as security is not something any
lock specialist or security professional would recommend. Buying high-security
locks affords you peace of mind and prevents you from having to count the cost
of not having a secure home or business.
slide 7: Golden Locks Inc is a local locksmith in huntington beach CA with years of
experience and trained staff skilled in emergency locksmith services for both
residential and commercial clients. We also specialize in automotive lock repair
services for cars bikes and trucks and installation servicing and repair of high
quality security systems access control systems and CCTV systems. If you are
looking for Mul-t-lock or any other kind of locks in huntington beach call us at
714 841-0141.