Deadlock Door Systems
Deadlocks have been in use for a long time as security features for residential and commercial buildings. It gives you as a home owner or office manager the peace of mind and assurance that your property is secure at all times. A deadlock is a type of door lock moved by either turning the key or the knob without any spring action. This lock cannot be easily bored or battered as it can withstand any force. It is the most preferred choice for most properties because it is quite difficult to break it using any object whatsoever.
There are three types of deadlocks used by locksmiths. These include single cylinder (activated from only one side by use of a key), double cylinder (both sides are activated using a key) and keyless cylinder (opened via a password or a fingerprint). The minimum security standards require every house to have any type of the deadlock to guarantee security.
Advantages of deadlocks
Deadlocks are one of the safest locks to use because they are hard to crack. In case of a burglary attempt, the locks will buy you enough time to call 911. Before the thieves can create an opening on the door in order to unlatch the lock, you will have figured out what to do to get yourself and your family to safety.
In case of an emergency such as a fire, the knob can be easily opened from the inside by twisting the knob. This means that as a house owner, you want to leave it unlocked with a key from the inside. This allows for easy movement when need arises.
Unlike other types of bolts, the deadlock has a good material of construction perfect when fire erupts in the property. This is because the knob doesn’t get too hot therefore twisting it poses no threat to human life.
The double cylinder locks ensure further security in case of a break in because even if the intruder manages to get in, they have to look for a key to open the door for them to get out again. In many instances, they will opt to use the window which limits what they loot. Again, you can't go wrong with locksmiths in the south west of Sydney
What to look out for?
Here are a few features of a good deadlock you may want to pay attention to for maximum security:
• The lock should be made of hardened steel and must have a diameter of one inch
• The screw that connects the bolts should also be made of solid steel and should not be exposed at all.
• The cylindrical locks should have properly tapered collars which cannot be easily gripped with a wrench or pliers.
