Locks 'n Keys

Dundalk Locks and Keys

As you know, security begins at your doorstep, which is the reason why most customers choose from a complete line of modern security solutions. A locksmith should assess the existing security level of your home, office or vehicle and give suggestions for upgrades, improvements or a completely new installation.

A Locksmith should 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
• automotive locks
• Safes
• Vaults
• Automatic entry systems

Dundalk Locks

A locksmith can provide and install a large variety 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 array of security features. The basic model is a simple latch that can be opened from the inside and released with a key from the outside. Top-of-the-range models will incorporate additional 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 has been deadlocked from outside with a reverse 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 easy deadlock function. A simple key turn should deadlock both the bolt and lever inside.This stops intruders from gaining access via another means and releasing the lock with the lever inside, but also means that it is 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 very popular for access control. This gives users access to secure areas without needing to distribute keys. A range of different lock types and lock applications are available. A locksmith can help with choosing the most cost effective and secure locking systems 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 a secure home alarm system. The majority of criminals would rather target a residence or business that is NOT protected by a residential alarm system. Plus, government statistics show that most robberies carried out on protected homes are unsucessful. This proves that residential alarm systems are an effective form of home protection and a an excellent way to prevent home break ins.

Dundalk Keys

A well-trained locksmith should offer a wide variety of keys that you can 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 offer a wide range of services such as cutting keys, rekeying of locks, and key duplication for many different types of locks and keys.

Makes of keys a well-trained locksmith should be familiar with:

Master Key – Master keys are a key used to open many different locks. In houses, for example, the master key is normally used to open every door lock in the house, but the other room keys cannot function in this way.
Vehicle Keys – automotive keys are used to open car doors, the car trunk and glove compartments as well as being the ignition key of the automobile itself.
Skeleton Key – skeleton keys, or passkeys, are a simple make of key used to open drawers and cabinets. Skeleton keys offer very poor security.
Key Card – a key card is usually a card with an electronic signature on it. The key card is used to open access control locks which are regularly found in hotels 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 main difference is in the way these keys work. Lever lock keys raise flat levers in the lock allowing the levers to align and shift a bolt back and forth. Cylinder lock keys line up the pins in the lock with the key and the shear line of the cylinder lock which permits it to rotate,turn the key, and open the lock.
Transponder Key