Home Security Locks Cambridge

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Home Security Locks Cambridge

When discussing home security locks it includes all the hardware devices that are used to secure your exterior openings of your home. These types of locks protect the occupants of the house and the property from intruders, like burglars. The most basic of these locks are designed to prevent a thief from breaking into your house by force. Other types feature advanced technology that are resistant to drilling and lock picking tools. You can get home security locks in electrical and mechanical styles to give homeowners different security options.

 

Electrical home security locks

These locks operate by using an electric signal to secure or release the bolt. They may require a simple numerical code or a key car for entry into your home. Before you can get in you would enter the correct code or swipe your key card releasing the bolt so the door can be opened. Some electrical ones are tied-in to a home security alarm system that will signal the police during an emergency.

 

Mechanical home security locks

These locks include all the devices that require some type of physical action such as a key to unlock or lock the door. One of the mechanical lock designs that are most widely used are the cylindrical lock sets. These fit into a small hole cut into the door. The mortise lock is another popular style. It is installed into a pocket within the edge of your door. The mortise lock offers better security than the cylindrical lock. Unfortunately, the mortise locks are more expensive. Both of these operate using a lever, knob, or handle and a key.

 

Mechanical locks will give the homeowner a low level of security if they are used alone so many homeowners are combining these locks with an auxiliary deadbolt lock. The deadbolt lock will be installed above the mechanical lock set. The deadbolt has a sturdier and longer bolt, which makes it harder to break into the home. The deadbolt lock is operated using a thumb turn inside the home and a key on the outside. There are double locking deadbolts that require a key on both sides but they pose a risk if there is a fire. Because of this risk, they are banned by some local building codes.

 

Some special high-security locks use a patented lock technology in order to enhance your home security. Many of these home security locks have cylinders that are virtually drill proof and cannot be picked with your standard tools. They often have heavy duty bolts that also prevent a burglar from forcing it open using a crowbar or by kicking in the door.