Locks 'n Keys

Champaign Locks and Keys

As you know, home security starts at your doorstep, which is the reason why most customers pick from a complete line of fully-integrated security solutions. A locksmith can evaluate the existing security of your home, business or automobile and offer suggestions for upgrades, improvements or a completely new installation.

A Locksmith should provide all of these services:
• All types of key cutting
• Transponder Key
• Restricted systems
• Key Duplication
• Lock Rekey
• Lock installation
• Custom-made keys for your locks
• Electronic locks
• automotive locks
• Safes
• Vaults
• Automatic entry systems

Champaign Locks

A locksmith can supply 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 wide range of security features. The basic model is a simple latch that can be opened from inside and released with a key from the outside. Top-of-the-range models will include 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 inside by operating the lever unless it is deadlocked from outside with a reverse turn of the key. You can hold the latch back by using the snib.
The outside operation is by key, but this can be disabled by using the snib button on the inside as a crude deadlock function. A reverse turn of the key will deadlock both the inside lever and the bolt.This deters intruders from gaining access via another means and releasing the lock with the inside 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 a 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 very popular for access control systems. This gives authorized users access to secure areas without the need to distribute keys. A wide range of varied types of locks and applications are available. A locksmith can help with choosing the most affordable 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 protection of your house by installing an alarm system. Most criminals would rather target a residence or commercial property that is not protected by a burglar alarm. Furthermore, statistical data from the government shows that the majority of burglaries committed on protected residences are actually unsuccessful. This proves that alarm systems are a great form of home security and a an excellent way to prevent home break ins.

Champaign Keys

A decent locksmith should offer a wide selection of keys availble 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

A good locksmith will also provide a lot of key services such as new key cuts, lock rekeys, and key duplication for pretty much all kinds of keys and locks.

Key types a decent locksmith should service:

Master Key – Master keys are a key used to open many different locks. In houses, for instance, master keys are normally used to open every door lock in the house, but each other room key are unable to do that.
Car Key – vehicle keys are used to lock and unlock car doors, boots (trunks) and glove compartments in addition to being the ignition key for the vehicle itself.
Skeleton keys – skeleton keys, or passkeys, are a simple type of key that can open drawers and cabinets. Skeleton keys offer very little security.
Key Card – a key card is usually a card loaded with digital signature on it. Key cards are used to open electronic access control locks which are often found in hotels and commercial buildings.
House Keys – house keys come in two different types: house keys for lever locks and house keys for pin tumbler cylinder locks. The main difference is in the way they work. Lever lock keys elevate flat levers in the lock allowing 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