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Valerie Spencer Interiors LLC
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Hardware, Latches & Tracks (Door) - Repair or Replace

Serving Glastonbury, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Great!! Brian accomplished a very professional job on door lock and window shade installations. Very efficient and pleasant to do business with. Offers such a wide variety of handymen services, I would definitely consider his services for other projects as well. Nice workmanship!"
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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SafeStreets - ADT Authorized Provider
4.8(
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Security Safe - Install

Serving Glastonbury, CT and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"SafeStreets provided an outstanding experience from start to finish. The installation was quick, and the technician explained everything clearly. The system works perfectly, and the home automation features are a huge bonus. Highly recommend SafeStreets!"
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Locksmiths questions, answered by experts

Several types of deadbolts are available, including single-cylinder, double-cylinder, rim, smart, and electronic deadbolt locks. The most common type found in U.S. homes is the single-cylinder deadbolt, which uses a key on the exterior and a thumb turn on the interior. A double-cylinder deadbolt features two locking mechanisms and requires a key to be operated from both the inside and the outside.

It’s possible, but depends on the design of your lock. Some door locks that lack a keyhole do boast a small hole on the exterior handle or knob. This hole’s primary function is to allow water to drain out of the lock, in addition to giving homeowners an easy spot to insert lubrication. However, you can typically use a paperclip in this pinhole to unlock the door by manipulating the mechanism inside. 

The cost-effectiveness of fixing or replacing a door lock depends on the severity of the issue. Repairing a minor problem, such as loose screws or a need for lubrication, is usually cheaper than replacing the entire lock. However, replacing the lock if it is severely damaged, outdated, or lacks security features may be a better long-term investment. New locks often have improved security features, enhancing your property's safety.

Regrettably, entirely pick-proof locks don't exist unless you opt for keyless varieties. Locks advertised as "pick-proof" are, in reality, more resilient against lock-picking and bumping attempts because of complex mechanisms consisting of pins and sidebars. These locks work like this—they assign two tasks to the key, enhancing security by making unauthorized entry more challenging.

The benefit of deadbolt locks is that they're much harder to force open than simple locks with pin tumbler mechanisms, so they may offer added security. This feature is why many locksmiths recommend deadbolts for home security. For many households, this added protection and peace of mind is well worth the cost of installing a deadbolt.

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