Locks 'n Keys

Newark Locks and Keys

As you know, security starts at your front door, which is the reason why many customers pick from a comprehensive line of professional security solutions. A locksmith can evaluate the existing security of your home, office or automobile and give suggestions for upgrades, improvements or a completely new installation.

A Locksmith should offer all the following services:
• 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

Newark Locks

A locksmith can supply and install a wide variety 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 wide range of security features. The basic model is a simple latch that can be opened from the inside and released with a key from outside. Top-of-the-range models will incorporate more functions such as double-locking, dead-locking, resistance to hacksaw and drill attack and resistance to picking.
Tubular Deadbolt – They can be opened from the inside by operating the lever unless it is deadlocked from the outside with a simple key turn. You can hold the latch back by using the snib.
The outside operation is by key, but it can be disabled by the snib button on the inside as a simple deadlock function. A reverse turn of the key should deadlock both the bolt and lever inside.This deters unwanted intruders from getting in via another means and releasing the lock with the lever, but also makes it possible to lock people indoors.
Cylinder Mortice Lock – Includes deadlocks, sashlocks, knobsets, nightlatches, sliding and metal door locks, plus panel locks etc.
Padlocks – Includes an extraordinary 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 allows users access to secure areas without needing to issue keys. A range of varied types of locks and lock applications are available. A locksmith can help with picking the most cost effective and secure lock to suit your requirements. Models available now include stainless steel digital locks which have a higher level of corrosion resistance.

If you really want to complete home security, you can increase your home protection by installing an alarm system. Most criminals would rather target a residence or office which is NOT protected by an alarm system. Also, statistical data from the government shows that most attempted break ins done on secure homes are actually unsuccessful. This proves that secure home alarms are an effective form of home protection and a an excellent way to prevent home break ins.

Newark Keys

A good locksmith should offer a wide range of keys to select 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 services such as key cutting, rekeying of locks, and key duplication for pretty much all kinds of locks and keys.

Key makes a decent locksmith can service:

Master Key – A master key is a key used to open a lot of different locks. In homes, for example, the master key is almost always used to open every door lock in the house, but the other room keys are unable to function in this way.
Automotive Keys – Car keys are made to lock and unlock car doors, trunks and glove compartments as well as serving as the ignition key for the vehicle itself.
Skeleton Key – skeleton keys, or passkeys, are a simple make of key that can open drawers and cabinets. Skeleton keys offer very minimal security.
Key Card – a key card is usually a card with an electronic signature on it. The key card is used to open electronic access locks which are often found in motels and businesses.
House Keys – house keys come in two different types: house keys for lever locks and house keys for pin tumbler cylinder locks. The difference is in the way they operate. Lever lock keys elevate flat levers in the lock which allows the levers to align and shift a bolt back and forth. Cylinder lock keys align the lock pins with the key and the shear line of the cylinder lock that allows it to rotate,turn the key, and open the lock.
Transponder Keys