5 Easy Security Tips

In this article you will discover five easy to understand and use tips for keeping your home safe!
 
Lock up before you leave - sounds simple, but you will be surprised by the number of people who forget to lock their doors and/or windows before they leave! It's always harder to gain access to a property if its properly secured!

Close the curtains - intruders will be less likely to break into your home if they are unable to determine if your home contains anything of value.

New Locks - If you're a new property owner, then the first thing you should do is change the locks. The old keys may have been copied and there for the old owners could still gain access to your property. So it is always a wise idea to install new locks to give you added security and peace of mind.

Get a home security systems - in the unfortunate event that an intruder gains access to your home, its always good to have a security system to both detect the intrusion but also deter the intruder from spending too much time inside your property.

We hope you find these tips both practical and useful in securing your home!

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Deadbolts

Today at Locksmiths Melbourne, we're going to look at the common deadbolt, a locking mechanism distinct from a sprint-bolt lock because the deadbot cannot be moved to the open postion withour rotating the lock cylider. The deadbolt provides an added degree of security because it is more resistant to entry methods without the correct key.

There are two main types of deadbolts

• Single cylinder
• Double cylinde

The primary differnce is that the single cylinder deadbolt can only recieve a key from one side of the mechanism.
Where as a double cylinder can recieve a key from both sides of the mechanism.

There are a few other types of deadbolts, they are

• Single Cylinder with removable thumbturn
• Classroom Function (thumbturn only unlocks door)
• Exit Only Function (no external cylinder)
• Pushbutton Deadbolt (mechanical or electrical)

Deadlocks provide an added measure of security than the spring lock because, you must have a key to open the door, it takes a large amound of force to pry the sliding mechanism without the correct key, making forced entry much harder.

There are some safty issues associated with the deadbolt. If there was a fire and the deadbolt was locked, the inhabitants could not easily force open the lock without the key. Locksmiths Melbourne there for advises that a key is left within the lock at times of rest so that should the inhabitants require an emergancy exit, they are able to do so without risk.

Cylinder locks by Locksmiths Melbourne

You have probably seen one and most likely have them in your own home - but few people take the time to think about it - thats right, today we're looking ay cylinder locks.

Cylinder locks revolves around a central axis that enables locks to lock and the ulock. Within the cylinder is a locksmith mechanicism that produces the locking effect. The most popular type of cylinder lock is known as a tumbler lock.


Benefits of cylinder locks

The biggest benefit that a cylinder lock provides is its ability to replace the lock itself without having to change the boltwork, which is a common problem with other types of locks. An additional benefit is the ability to replace the cylinder lock without having to get new keys. A special mechanism within the cylinder lock enables the locksmith to alter the radius of the form, producing an amazing degree of flexability and has given rise to nightlatches, deadbolts and padlocks.


Uses for cylinder locks

Due to cylinder locks usability and veriety of designs, they have a wide range of uses. Cylinder locks are reliable and easily fixed, and are easy to replace. They come in a wide range of shapes and forms and can be purchased at a range of prices. Cylinder locks are ideal for doors, which you may notice if you look around your home.

Common problems

Problems may occur if the owner neglects to oil the cylinder lock once a year, causing corrosion and stiffness within the cylidner locks mechanicism. This can be avoided by simply oiling the lock once per year, and if problems do occur, simply call your local locksmith.

Welcome to Locksmiths Melbourne

An introduction to locksmithing.

Locksmithing is the science and art of building and disassembeling locks. Locks are a mechanical device that secure buildings, rooms, cabinets, objects or aother sotrage facilities. A key is a tool used to open a lock. There are many ways of opening locks that include tokens, or multiple factors.

The most ancial lock was first built around 4,000 years ago and was Egyptian. This lock was disovered in the ruins of Emperor Sargon II's palace in Khorsabad, and used the same pin and tumbler principles used in modern locks today.