Locks 'n Keys

Santa Ana Locks and Keys

As you know, home security starts at your front door, which is why many customers select from a comprehensive line of fully-integrated locksmith security solutions. A locksmith can evaluate the existing security level of your home, business or automobile and make suggestions for upgrades, improvements or a completely new installation.

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

Santa Ana Locks

A locksmith can supply and install a large selection of locks, including:
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 array of security features. The basic model is a simple latch that can be opened at all times from inside and let go with a key from the outside. Top-of-the-line models will include additional 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 the outside with a simple turn of the key. The latch can be held back by using the snib.
The outside operation is by key, but it can be disabled by using the snib button on the inside as a basic deadlock function. A simple turn of the key will deadlock both the inside lever and the bolt.This deters unwanted intruders from getting in via another means and releasing the lock with the lever inside, but also makes it possible to lock someone inside.
Cylinder Mortice Lock – Includes deadlocks, sashlocks, knobsets, nightlatches, sliding and metal door locks, plus panel locks etc.
Padlocks – Includes a revolutionary 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 extremely popular for access control. This allows users access to secure areas without needing to issue keys. A range of varied lock types and lock applications are available. Locksmiths can assist you with picking the most cost effective and secure lock to meet your requirements. Models available now include stainless steel digital locks which are highly corrosion resistant.

If you want to complete home security, you can increase your home protection by installing a residential alarm system. The majority of criminals would rather target a residential property or commercial property which is not protected by a residential alarm system. Plus, government statistics show that the majority of burglaries carried out on protected properties are actually unsuccessful. This proves that residential alarm systems are an excellent form of home security and a an excellent way to prevent home break ins.

Santa Ana Keys

A decent locksmith should provide a wide range of keys for you 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 plethora of services such as key cutting, lock rekeys, and key duplication for most types of keys and locks.

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

Master Key – Master keys are a key used to open many different locks. In houses, for example, master keys are normally used to open every door lock in the house, but each other room key are unable to do that.
Vehicle Keys – vehicle keys are used to open car doors, the car trunk and the glove compartment as well as being the ignition key for the car itself.
Skeleton Key – skeleton keys, or passkeys, are a simple kind of key that can open drawers and cabinets. A skeleton key offers very little security.
Key cards – a key card is usually a card loaded with an electronic signature on it. It is used to open acess locks which are regularly found in motels and businesses.
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 these keys work. Lever lock keys elevate flat levers in the lock which allows the levers to line up and move a bolt back and forth. Cylinder lock keys align the pins in the lock with the key and the shear line of the cylinder lock which enables it to rotate,turn the key, and open the lock.
Transponder Keys