Types of Garage Door Locks
You may be thinking to yourself that you don’t really need a garage door lock since there is already a locking mechanism on your garage door. A garage door lock provides you with another layer of protection for your garage door. It never hurts to take the necessary precautions to ensure that you keep your home, valuables and loved ones safe.
Many people who have a garage that is attached to their home will not bother to lock the door that leads to their home. This is because they don’t think about anyone being able to get into their garage to gain access into their home. However, what many homeowners do not realize is that many homes are broken into via the garage. Never assume that you it can’t happen to you because this is why so many have found themselves in the predicament that they have. Never leave your home unsecured because you are the prime victim of a burglar.
Your garage is likely used for something other than storing your vehicles. Some people use their garage as an additional room. Some are used as office space, additional storage space, home gyms and for other useful purposes. Regardless of what you use your garage for, it would give you a great sense of comfort in knowing that your garage is safe and secure at all times. If you use your garage as storage this is a good enough reason for a thief to want to gain access into it. Burglars know that many people store their landscaping equipment, sports equipment and even some of their home appliances in their garage. These things are of value to you and so you can be sure that they are also of value to burglar. Don’t let someone break in and take what you have worked so hard to acquire. Instead, consider having a lock installed to prevent entry into your garage.
You don’t have to be caught off guard by walking into your garage and realizing that someone has broken in and taken your valuables. Our locksmiths are only a phone call away. They can provide you with a lock that is sure to prevent entry into your garage. There are electric locks, access-controlled locks and deadbolt locks that we often install to help prevent unauthorized entry through your garage. There are plenty of locks that our locksmiths can install on your interior doors and some that can be installed on your garage door itself. Here are some of the types of garage door locks that our locksmiths install most often.
Deadbolt Locks – The deadbolt lock is the type of lock installed most often. This may be because they are the most durable type of lock that is installed. It is extremely difficult for someone to break a deadbolt lock and that is why they are so popular. They are not easily compromised. A deadbolt lock is offered in a double cylinder or single cylinder. It is the single cylinder deadbolt that is used most often because only one key is required to unlock it. The double cylinder deadbolt requires two keys for either side of the lock. If you have one key without the other then it will be impossible for someone to unlock the lock. Unlocking a double cylinder lock can be very difficult if there is an emergency and only one key is located. This is why most people opt for a single cylinder lock.
Electronic Lock – This is the type of lock that uses biometric technology. This means that it requires some type of personal characteristic to disengage the lock. This could be in the form of a fingerprint or the eye retina. There must be an exact match if the lock is to disengage. It is a high-security lock that is highly effective. While it is more expensive than many other types of locks, most people feel that it is well worth the expense.
Digital Lock – You don’t need a key if you use a digital lock. Our locksmiths will install a keypad. The homeowner will need to create a code. This code will need to be entered into the keypad so that the lock will disengage. The code can be given to someone else but you should make sure that it is someone that you trust. Since digital locks are designed with advanced technology, it makes sense that they would cost more than the average lock.
If you have a garage door that doesn’t already have a locking mechanism on it then we would suggest that you allow us to install a side bolt lock.
Side Bolt Lock – The side bolt lock is installed directly on the tracks of the garage door. No one from the outside is able to see that there is a lock on the tracks. The bolt is inserted directly into the slot on the track. This will not allow the door to open from outside. This provides you with additional security for your garage and your home.
There is never any cause for you to take chances with your safety and security when you can get the added protection that you need from our locksmiths. Locks on a garage door may sound foreign to most people but we can assure you that they really do work. The homeowners who have relied upon us are able to maintain their peace-of-mind in knowing that no one will be able to break-in and take the things that they have worked so hard to get. A locksmith is able to provide you with the added security needed for your garage door. Why not call us today.
