Locks 'n Keys

Dearborn Locks and Keys

As you know, security starts at your doorstep, which is why most customers select from a comprehensive line of modern security solutions. A locksmith can evaluate the existing security level of your residence, business or vehicle and make suggestions for upgrades, improvements or a completely new installation.

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

Dearborn 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 selection 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 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 reverse 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 basic deadlock function. A simple key turn will deadlock both the bolt and lever inside.This prevents unwanted intruders from getting in via another means and undoing the lock with the lever, but also makes it possible to lock yourself inside.
Cylinder Mortice Lock – Includes deadlocks, sashlocks, knobsets, nightlatches, sliding and metal door locks, plus panel locks etc.
Padlocks – Includes easy-to-use 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 systems. This allows authorized users access to secure areas without the need to issue keys. A range of varied types of locks and applications are available. Locksmiths can assist you with selecting 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 really want to complete home security, you can increase protection of your house by installing a residential alarm system. The majority of criminals would rather target a home or office which is NOT protected by a burglar alarm. Furthermore, statistical data from the government shows that the majority of robberies done on secure properties are unsucessful. This proves that burglar alarms are a successful form of home security and a an excellent way to prevent home break ins.

Dearborn Keys

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

Key types a good locksmith should be able to service:

Master keys – A master key is a key used to open more than one set of locks. In homes, for example, master keys are usually used to open every door lock in the house, but the other room keys are unable to function in this way.
Automotive Keys – automotive keys are used to open car doors, boots (trunks) and the glove compartment as well as serving as the ignition key for the automobile itself.
Skeleton keys – skeleton keys, or passkeys, are a simple type of key used to open drawers and cabinets. Skeleton keys offer very poor security.
Key cards – a key card is usually a card with an electronic signature on it. The key card is used to open electronic access control locks which are often 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 difference is in the way these keys work. Lever lock keys lift flat levers in the lock making the levers to line up and move a bolt back and forth. Cylinder lock keys align the lock pins 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