Door locks
Door locks.
Since the beginning of our commercial operations, we have noticed, that in average, customers have little idea about their door locks. Therefore, Serrurier 911 Locksmith have decided to create our own short review of different types of residential and commercial locks.
Deadbolt or Dead Bolt
The most popular type of residential lock installed these days in North America.
Pros
- Usually installed on the 32″ standard single sided residential entrance doors
- Supports many key ways
- Lots of different producers and styles
- Offers a decent amount of protection and utility
- Doesn’t cost much
- Easy to use
- Available in double sided, touchpad, dial, wireless modifications
- Easy installation
Cons
- Design is limited
- Should not be installed on bigger two sided doors
- Almost no security, usability upgrades available. Want to improve, have to change the hole unit
- Limited in functions
- For appropriate use has to be paired with another handle
Handle Lock
Another popular style of lock used in North America, installed on many residential and office doors
Pros
- Simple to use
- Can lock automatically
- Supports many key ways
- Lots of styles
- Wide range of use
- Can be used solo and in the pair
Cons
- Offers minimal amount of security
- Easy to lock yourself out
- Easy to jam
- If looking to use a particular function, have to change the unit
Residential Mortise Lock was very popular before the 1980 and now days, due to a high cost, are manly installed on high end residential property and older houses, that had those locks in use already
Pros
- Can be installed on practically any size entrance door
- Beautiful styles
- Many functions in one lock
- Solid and long-lasting(depends on the manufacturer ad use)
- Supports any key way
- Easy to upgrade security
- Offers different level of protection depending on the use
- Almost never jams
Cons
- High cost
- Easy to lock yourself out
- Difficult installation
Aluminum door Mortise Locks are used in storefronts, apartment building entrances
Pros
- Long-lasting
- Easy to modify for different functions
- Offers good protection
Cons
- High cost
- Difficult installation
Those are the four main types of door locks used today. Locksmiths have a greater access, more information on the new and old products and can help you find the right solution.
