Locks 'n Keys

Plano Locks and Keys

As you know, home security starts at your door, which is the reason most customers choose from a comprehensive line of modern security solutions. A locksmith can evaluate the existing security of your residence, business or vehicle and offer suggestions for upgrades, improvements or a completely new installation.

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

Plano Locks

A locksmith can supply and install a wide 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 range of security features. The basic model is a simple latch that can be opened at all times from the inside and let go with a key from outside. Top-of-the-line models will include more functions like 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 simple key turn. 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 simple deadlock function. A reverse turn of the key will deadlock both the bolt and lever inside.This deters intruders from gaining access via another means and undoing the lock with the lever inside, but also means that it is possible to lock yourself 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 users access to secure areas without needing to distribute keys. A range of varied lock types and lock applications are available. Locksmiths can help with choosing the most cost effective and secure lock to suit your requirements. Models available now include stainless steel digital locks which are extremely corrosion resistant.

If you want to complete home security, you can increase your home protection by installing an alarm system. Most criminals would rather target a residence or commercial property which is NOT protected by a burglar alarm. Furthermore, statistical data from the government shows that the majority of burglaries carried out on protected homes are unsucessful. This proves that burglar alarms are a great form of security and a sucessful deterrent to most prospective burglars.

Plano Keys

A good locksmith should offer a wide selection of keys for you 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

Locksmiths also provide a wide range of locksmith services such as new key cuts, lock rekeys, and key duplication for most types of keys and locks.

Key types a well-trained locksmith should be familiar with:

Master keys – A master key is a key used to open more than one set of locks. In houses, for example, the master key is normally used to open every door lock in the house, but each other room key cannot function in this way.
Car Key – Car keys are made to open car doors, the car trunk and glove compartments as well as serving as the ignition key of the vehicle itself.
Skeleton keys – skeleton keys, or passkeys, are a simple kind of key used to open drawers and cabinets. A skeleton key offers very poor security.
Key cards – a key card is usually a card encoded with an electronic signature on it. The key card is used to open access control locks which are often found in hotels and businesses.
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 operate. Lever lock keys elevate flat levers in the lock allowing the levers to align and shift 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