Daylight savings has arrived. Longer days and more time spent outdoors will soon become the norm. Along with warmer weather and additional foot traffic passing by your home, now is a good reminder to check your locks and be sure your home is properly protected before the warmer months roll in.
Most people associate daylight savings as a time to go around the home replacing smoke detector batteries and clearing old clutter out but what they should also do is check their locks.
Harsh cold temperatures from the winter, inevitable wear and tear and previous break-in attempts can all weaken door locks and make your home an easy target for theft.
How to Check Your Locks
When you are checking the state of your doors, things to look for are any damages to the door knob, hinges, frame or locks that might leave your home vulnerable to theft. There’s a chance the internal parts could stick, fail to lock in place, and even leave your door swung wide open. Or you could notice nicks around the keyhole and scratch marks which could indicate someone has already tried to break in. If you see these signs, call a locksmith over to remedy the issue promptly.
Upgrading Your Locks
Upgrading to new, functional hardware or rekeying your locks is an option a professional locksmith can help you with.
A residential locksmith will come out and perform a lock repair for you by changing cylinders in the lock or rekeying the internal components as well as install new locks if needed.
Another option is to upgrade to locks that are more advanced than traditional ones. Anti-picking features and deadbolts are just some of the things you can add to further secure your premises.
Contact All American Locksmiths for prompt lockout services, new locks, and more throughout Connecticut & Westchester County. Our expert technicians are ready to serve local communities with rapid and reliable service that ensures your family, and even your pets are safe.
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