Locks 'n Keys

Evanston Locks and Keys

As you know, security begins at your doorstep, which is the reason why many customers choose from a comprehensive line of modern home security solutions. A locksmith should 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 these services:
• Key cutting
• Transponder Keys
• Restricted systems
• Key Duplication
• Lock Rekeys
• Lock installation
• Custom-made keys for your locks
• Electronic locking systems
• Car locks
• Safes
• Vaults
• Automatic entry systems

Evanston 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 inside and let go 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 the outside with a simple turn of the key. 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 crude deadlock function. A reverse key turn should deadlock both the inside lever and the bolt.This stops intruders from gaining access via another means and releasing the lock with the inside lever, but also means that it is possible to lock yourself 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 very popular for access control systems. This allows authorized users access to secure areas without needing to distribute keys. A wide range of varied lock types and applications are available. Locksmiths can assist you with choosing the most cost effective and secure locking systems to meet your requirements. Models available now include stainless steel digital locks which have a higher level of corrosion resistance.

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

Evanston Keys

A locksmith should provide a wide range of keys to choose 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

An expert locksmith will also provide a plethora of key services such as new key cuts, rekeying of locks, and key duplication for pretty much all kinds of keys and locks.

Key types a good locksmith can service:

Master Key – A master key is a key used to open more than one set of locks. In houses, for instance, master keys are almost always used to open every door lock in the house, but each other room key cannot function in this way.
Car Keys – automotive keys are made to open car doors, boots (trunks) and glove compartments in addition to serving as the ignition key for the vehicle itself.
Skeleton Key – skeleton keys, or passkeys, are a simple type of key used to open drawers and cabinets. A skeleton key offers very poor security.
Key Card – a key card is usually a card loaded with an electronic signature on it. It is used to open access control locks which are regularly found in hotels 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 main difference is in the way they operate. 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 line up the lock pins with the key and the shear line of the cylinder lock thus enabling it to rotate,turn the key, and open the lock.
Transponder Keys