Locks 'n Keys

Pierre Locks and Keys

As you know, security starts at your front door, which is why many customers pick from a line of modern home security solutions. A locksmith should evaluate the existing security level of your residence, office or automobile and offer suggestions for upgrades, improvements or a completely new installation.

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

Pierre Locks

A locksmith can provide 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 array of security features. The basic model is a simple latch that can be opened at all times from inside and released with a key from the outside. Top-of-the-line models will include 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. The latch can be held back by using the snib.
The outside operation is by key, but this can be disabled by the snib button on the inside as a simple deadlock function. A simple turn of the key will deadlock both the inside lever and the bolt.This prevents 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 extremely popular for access control systems. This gives users access to secure areas without needing to distribute keys. A range of different lock types and applications are available. Locksmiths can assist you with selecting the most affordable and secure lock to suit your requirements. Models available now include stainless steel digital locks which are highly corrosion resistant.

If you really want to complete home security, you can improve your home protection by implementing a residential alarm system. Most criminals would rather target a house or office which is not protected by a secure home alarm system. Plus, government statistics show that the majority of burglaries carried out on protected properties are actually unsuccessful. This proves that alarm systems are an excellent form of protection and a sucessful deterrent to most prospective burglars.

Pierre Keys

A well-trained locksmith should offer a wide selection 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

An expert locksmith will also perform a lot of services such as new key cuts, rekeying of locks, and key duplication for many different types of keys and locks.

Makes of keys a professional locksmith should service:

Master keys – Master keys are a key used to open multiple locks. In houses, for instance, the master key is usually used to open every door lock in the house, but each other room key are unable to do that.
Car Keys – automotive keys are made to lock and unlock car doors, boots (trunks) and the glove compartment as well as being the ignition key for the vehicle itself.
Skeleton keys – skeleton keys, or passkeys, are a simple make of key used to open drawers and cabinets. A skeleton key offers very little security.
Key Card – a key card is usually a card loaded with digital signature on it. It is used to open access control locks which are regularly found in motels and commercial offices.
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 lift flat levers in the lock allowing the levers to align and shift a bolt back and forth. Cylinder lock keys line up the lock pins 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