Locks 'n Keys

Fairmont Locks and Keys

As you know, home security starts at your doorstep, which is the reason why many customers select from a comprehensive 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 should offer all the following 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
• Car locks
• Safes
• Vaults
• Automatic entry systems

Fairmont Locks

A locksmith can supply and install a large selection 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 large range of security features. The basic model is a simple latch that can be opened from the inside and let go with a key from 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 controlling the lever unless it has been deadlocked from the 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 easy deadlock function. A simple turn of the key should deadlock both the inside lever and the bolt.This deters 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 indoors.
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 extremely popular for access control. This allows authorized users access to secure areas without the need to distribute keys. A range of varied lock types and lock applications are available. A locksmith can help with picking the most affordable 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 want to complete home security, you can improve your home protection by implementing an alarm system. The majority of criminals would rather target a residential property or commercial property which is not protected by a secure home alarm system. In addition, statistical data from the government shows that most robberies done on secure properties are unsucessful. This proves that alarm systems are a great form of home protection and a sucessful deterrent to most prospective burglars.

Fairmont Keys

A good locksmith should offer a wide range of keys availble 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

A good locksmith will also provide a variety of locksmith services such as cutting keys, rekeying of locks, and key duplication for pretty much all types of keys and locks.

Types of keys a locksmith should be able to service:

Master keys – Master keys are a key used to open many different locks. In houses, for example, the master key is usually used to open every door lock in the house, but each other room key cannot do that.
Automotive Keys – vehicle keys are made to lock and unlock car doors, trunks and glove compartments as well as serving as the ignition key for the automobile itself.
Skeleton keys – skeleton keys, or passkeys, are a simple make of key that can open drawers and cabinets. A skeleton key offers very minimal security.
Key cards – a key card is usually a card with an electronic signature on it. Key cards are used to open acess locks which are often found in motels and commercial offices.
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 function. Lever lock keys raise flat levers in the lock making the levers to align 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 enabling it to rotate,turn the key, and open the lock.
Transponder Key