Locks 'n Keys

Irvine Locks and Keys

As you know, home security starts at your doorstep, which is why many customers pick from a line of modern home security solutions. A locksmith can evaluate the existing security of your residence, business or vehicle and offer suggestions for upgrades, improvements or a completely new installation.

A Locksmith can offer all of these services:
• All types of key cutting
• Transponder Key
• Restricted systems
• Key Duplication
• Lock Rekeys
• Lock installation
• Custom-made keys for your locks
• Electronic locking systems
• Car locks
• Safes
• Vaults
• Automatic entry systems

Irvine Locks

A locksmith can provide and install a large selection of locks, such as:
Cylinder Rim Locks – Includes rim latches, cylinder drawback locks, cylinder nightlatches, APG locks, rim deadlocks, deadbolts and rollerbolts etc. Cylinder rim locks are available with a large range of operational features. The basic model is a simple latch that can be opened at all times from the inside and let go with a key from outside. Top-of-the-line models will incorporate more functions such as double-locking, dead-locking, resistance to hacksaw and drill attack and resistance to picking.
Tubular Deadbolt – It can be opened from the inside by operating the lever unless it is deadlocked from outside with a reverse key turn. The latch can be held back by using the snib.
The outside operation is by key, but this can be disabled by the snib button on the inside as a easy deadlock function. A reverse turn of the key should deadlock both the bolt and lever inside.This prevents intruders from gaining access via another means and undoing the lock with the lever, but also means that it is possible to lock someone indoors.
Cylinder Mortice Lock – Includes deadlocks, sashlocks, knobsets, nightlatches, sliding and metal door locks, plus panel locks etc.
Padlocks – Includes easy-to-use product selector for brass bodied padlocks, lever, cylinder, discus, laminated and combination padlocks, plus padbars, hasps and staples etc.
Cabinet and Camlocks- Includes cupboard locks, filing cabinet locks, camlocks and accessories, locker locks, box locks, till locks etc.
Door and Window – Includes metal/wooden window locks, door chains and bolts, multiple application locks, merchandisers etc.
Miscellaneous – includes bullet & shutter locks, parking posts, wheel clamps, gun cabinet locks, sae locks, vehicle locks, garage door handles etc.
Keyless Locks – Digital locks are increasingly popular for access control systems. This gives authorized users access to secure areas without needing to issue keys. A wide range of different lock types and lock applications are available. Locksmiths can help with selecting the most cost effective and secure lock to meet your requirements. Models available now include stainless steel digital locks which are extremely corrosion resistant.

If you really want to complete home security, you can increase your home protection by implementing a residential alarm system. Most criminals would rather target a house or office which is not protected by a secure home alarm system. Plus, government statistics show that most attempted break ins done on protected residences are actually unsuccessful. This proves that residential alarm systems are a successful form of security and a an excellent way to prevent home break ins.

Irvine Keys

A well-trained locksmith should offer a wide range of keys availble to pick from:
• Key cards
• Car keys
• Motorcycle key
• Master Key
• Magnetic card key
• Skeleton key
• Tubular keys
• Control keys
• Access keys
• Zeiss Key
• Double Sided keys
• House keys
• Paracentric key

Locksmiths also perform a variety of key services such as cutting keys, rekeying of locks, and key duplication for most kinds of keys and locks.

Key makes a well-trained locksmith should be able to service:

Master Key – A master key is a key used to open many different locks. In houses, for instance, master keys are normally used to open all the doors in that particular residence, but each other room key cannot function in this way.
Car Keys – Car keys are made to lock and unlock car doors, trunks and glove compartments as well as being the ignition key of the car itself.
Skeleton keys – skeleton keys, or passkeys, are a simple make of key that can open drawers and cabinets. A skeleton key offers very minimal security.
Key Card – a key card is usually a card encoded with digital signature on it. Key cards are used to open access control locks which are often found in motels and commercial buildings.
House Keys – there are two types of house keys: house keys for lever locks and house keys for pin tumbler cylinder locks. The difference is in the way they work. Lever lock keys raise flat levers in the lock allowing the levers to align and move a bolt back and forth. Cylinder lock keys line up the lock pins with the key and the shear line of the cylinder lock which allows it to rotate,turn the key, and open the lock.
Transponder Key