TIPS FOR CHOOSING THE RIGHT DOOR LOCK

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TIPS FOR CHOOSING THE RIGHT DOOR LOCK
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• Getting the right door lock for your home or
  business is really important, and isnt 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
  youll probably need to check with a
  professional, qualified locksmith before
  purchasing a lock, as most dont display the
  grade on the packaging.

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• Think about how much you want to spend
• While most high-security locks arent 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 homeowners 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 youre prone
  to often leaving your door unlocked accidentally,
  or if you need to allow contractors or cleaners
  entry to your home when youre not there.

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• 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.

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• Check that your doorframe and lock are strong
  enough
• If your doors are hollow-core, then theres every
  chance that theyll give way in the event of
  unlawful entry, long before your lock does.
  Theres little point paying for a high security
  lock, if the door its 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 theyre secure
  enough.

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• 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,
  thats 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.

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• 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 [phone].