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How often should you lubricate locks
Door locks are an integral part of any security system and perhaps the most important device in your home or office. After all, yes, we use them several times every day, and door locks are the first means of protection against thieves or other outsiders. Because of frequent daily use, it is very important to properly and regularly take care of your door locks so that they can work for as long as possible. However, if we don't take care of our locks, breakages and failures are more likely to happen. While lock problems usually require professional locksmith intervention, cleaning and lubricating require almost zero knowledge of locksmithing and may be enough to get them working properly for as long as possible. For example, if your locks often jam or are quite difficult to open, then the problem may be precisely in insufficient care and the need for lubrication. Lubricating your door locks don't require a lot of tools and effort. However, if you want to spend less time on this, then you can always count on the services of a professional locksmith company. We provide all types of residential locksmith services, including door lock maintenance. However, if you’re still determined to oil the locks yourself, then below we have listed some useful tips.
What is the difference between a cylinder lock and a mortise lock
A qualitative lock is one of the best ways to provide your house or office with proper security. Choosing one might be quite hard, considering the number of options available. Some of the most common lock types are cylinder locks and mortise locks. Both these mechanical locks have been used for years and they’ve proven to be secure and reliable. People choose them for both commercial and residential purposes. At first glance, it might seem that these locks are really similar. However, they actually have a lot of differences in many aspects. Today let’s discuss what each of these locks can offer you and decide which one suits your needs more. So, keep reading to learn more.
Security measures that every landlord should provide for their tenants
Everyone wants to feel safe and secure in their home, no matter if it’s rented or their own. However, if you rent a house, its security is the landlord's responsibility. If you’re a landlord, you need to ensure your tenants are protected when they’re on your property. First, people are more likely to choose an apartment or house with decent security. Also, if you secure your property in advance, there’ll be no need to deal with the consequences of a break-in. Sure Lock & Key knows everything about home security and we would like to share our knowledge with you. So, if you want to learn more about various security measures, keep reading.
Security Differences Between Pin pad and Key Fob Entry
We agree that protecting our property from any external threats is extremely important. There are many tools and devices you can use for that purpose. However, the first and most important thing to consider is the type of lock you choose for your doors. Front and back doors are the main entry points for criminals. Today, more and more people choose keyless locks over classical mechanical key locks. There are different types of keyless entry systems – key fobs, pin pads, key cards, biometrics, etc. All of them provide your building with a high level of security. They allow you to limit access to your property and avoid unwanted visitors. Another advantage of these locks is that they can’t be picked. So, the main question is, which keyless system is the most secure? Sure Lock & Key has years of experience in the security industry and we’ll tell you everything we know about keyless security systems.
3 ways a latch guard can help your security efforts
As we all know, house break-ins are extremely common today and it’s essential to take all the necessary measures to avoid them. A decent lock plus a home security system with cameras and alarms undeniably provide your house with a high level of security. However, they don’t guarantee that an intruder won’t try some old methods like lockpicking or a credit card trick to get inside. So, you might consider getting some other simple devices that’ll make the process harder for the criminal. For example, a door latch guard is a simple yet pretty effective feature that can prevent the intruder from breaking your lock. Sure Lock & Key knows everything about this little device and we would like to share our knowledge with you, so keep reading.
What is a fire-rated door
More than 330,000 house fires occur in the United States annually. Not to mention the ones that occur in business facilities. A fire is a kind of emergency that might be impossible to predict or prevent, so it’s extremely important to take some fire security measures in advance. You may install heat sensors and smoke detectors that’ll help you detect the fire break out. Usually, these sensors are connected to your home security system that’ll send you a notification in case of an emergency. Another great measure to decrease the damage caused by a fire is a fire-resistant door. These doors are composed of certain materials that can help to slow down the spread of fire and smoke. Sure Lock & Key would like to tell you more about this type of door and the benefits it offers, so keep reading.
Keep your house secure when selling
You may think there’s nothing dangerous when it comes to house selling. What can happen? However, the period when you’re looking for potential buyers is when your house is the most unprotected. So many strangers enter your property every single day. You never know what their intentions are. In most cases, they’re ordinary people just like you, who are looking for a new house. However, there’s always a risk that some of them might be criminals that want to use the fact that your house is easily accessible. So, what can you do to protect your home in that unstable period? What are the best security measures you can take? Sure Lock & Key has years of experience in the security industry, so we’ll gladly answer these questions and assist you in securing your home.
Signs Your Locks are Failing
If we lived in a perfect world, everything would work correctly and never fail. Unfortunately, or thankfully, the world is full of imperfections. A broken lock might be a problem, but not if you know how to act. A lock that seems like it’s going to fail might not become a problem at all if you know what to do. However, how can one figure out that something is going to fail? Don’t you need appropriate knowledge to ensure that a lock is indeed close to breakdown? Yes, you need them. That’s why we’re here. After more than three decades of experience in the locksmith and security industry, we know everything there’s to know about locks, how they work, how they should be treated, and how they shouldn’t. We feel like it’s time to share our knowledge with everyone who needs it. After all, locks and keys are an important part of our lives, so why not learn a bit more about them? Let’s dive in!
Mortise Locks: How They Work and What Benefits Can They Offer
Today, there are many different locking mechanisms out on the market. It might be a bit hard and confusing to choose the best one. There are all kinds of mechanical locks, like deadbolts, mortise locks, knob locks, padlocks, etc. Also, there are many different options for keyless locking systems. The ones with a code or systems operated by fobs, cards, or even smartphones. Which one to choose depends on many factors – the type of door, whether it's for commercial or residential purposes, etc. Let's discuss one of the most commonly used mechanical locks – the mortise lock. How do they work? What kind of purposes do they serve? Are mortise locks secure? Sure Lock & Key is ready to answer all these questions and provide you with additional information on mortise locks.