Home security can be daunting and confusing without clear directions and support. The world is a scary place and it’s important for you to have the best possible security for your home. This not only helps you maintain your peace of mind but it also helps keep your pets, belongings, and family safe. So when you’re faced with a faulty, loose, or stubborn lock, where do you start? How do you decide whether to repair or to replace your lock?
The thought of repairing your locks can be intimidating but there are a few simple things you can try to repair your locks before spending the money to replace them. You can start by making sure the latch assembly works. If the latch does not catch completely, be sure to check how the latch lines up with the strike plate. You may have to make adjustments to where the strike plate sits on the door–this can be as easy filing down the inside edges of the strike plate, adding a shim, or moving the strike plate higher or lower and filling in the gap with wood putty. If your door lock is stuck or moving slowly, you can try using a lubricant like graphite. Lubricating with graphite is also a good start to preventing a stuck key in your lock. There are a lot of ways to repair a lock or address lock problems without replacing the lock outright but if the components of your lockset are just plain worn down, it may be time to replace the lockset outright. If your lock troubles are anything but straightforward, it’s a good idea to contact our 24 hour support at Advanced Lock and Security.
The inner workings of many locking systems are intricate and complicated and trying to repair an interior mechanism may be too much. That’s okay! You can have an Advanced Lock and Security locksmith come look at it and offer trouble-free lock repair and rekeying. We can also replace your lock altogether or offer advice on which locksets you should look for to replace the lock yourself. You may want to look into lock replacement if the interior components of your lockset are worn down. Exterior locksets are not only subject to deterioration, they’re also more vulnerable to break-ins than more modern locks. If you’re looking to restore your peace-of-mind after having a lock damaged or you just want to upgrade to a heavier duty deadbolt or keyless lock, lock replacement is the way to go. At Advanced Lock and Security, we’re happy to advise you on which lock to replace your lockset with or do the replacing for you. We believe lock replacement is something you’re capable of but we offer support when the job is too big or if you don’t know where to start!
