If you’re looking for a way to beef up the security of your home,
your garage door may be a good place to start. Many homeowners tend to
forget that their garage door is just a really huge and oversized door
that is installed on the exterior of their home. Because of this, many
garage doors do not offer a high level of security. But, think about it.
Would you leave your exterior door without proper functioning locks?
Then why should you do that to your garage door?
Having a garage door opener may seem like a good security measure.
But in reality, it’s just a very convenient way of opening the garage
door. Instead of manually opening it, you press a button or flip a
switch and ta-da! Securing that garage door with a lock would make your
home much more secure. So, when you’re ready to install that lock, be
sure to give us a call at Locksmith Service Chamblee in Chamblee GA.
How Much Security Does a Garage Door Lock Provide?
If you’re on the fence when it comes to installing locks on your
garage door, you may be wondering how much sense it really will make.
So, what’s the difference between a locked garage door and an unlocked
one? Think about your regular doors. How easy is it to open a door
without locks compared to opening one that has a lock? Isn’t it much
easier for thieves and other criminals to get pass open doors rather
than locked ones?
It’s pretty much the same with your garage door. You may think it is
completely locked once the door hits the ground, but it really isn’t
that secure. It is pretty equivalent to leaving your front door
unlocked. Still, the amount of protection that a garage door can offer
will depend on the type of lock that you install on the door itself.
Yes! Just like a regular door, there are a variety of locks that you can
purchase and install on your garage door. The one you choose may be
most impacted by the amount of money you want to spend as well as the
amount of protection you think you need.
So, what are the different types of locks that can be installed on a garage door?
Here are a few options.
- T-handle locks
The T-handle lock has a very interesting design too. Unlike other
locks, it has a very unique shape as it is shaped like a ‘T’. Although
it may not be the most popular lock used on garage doors, the T-handle
lock is quite popular among homeowners when it comes to securing the garage door.
One of the best features of this lock is the high level of security
that it offers. Unlike regular locks, this lock has a very special type
of key. And, because of the way the key is designed, it is extremely
difficult to duplicate. The lock is also very difficult to bypass
without the use of a key. So, it makes it extremely effective in
deterring criminals as well as preventing unauthorized intruders from
entering your property.
2. Deadbolts
Deadbolts aren’t just a popular choice for exterior doors. It is also
pretty common on garage doors too. Since they are very easy to use,
affordable and very secure, many homeowners prefer to use this type of
lock. And, there are several varieties of deadbolt to choose from. So,
if you want less security or you want to feel more secure, there’s a
deadbolt that may suit your needs.
Single cylinder- you only need to use a key on one side as the other side just has a knob.
Double cylinder- you have to use a key to open both sides as each side has a lock cylinder.
3. Padlocks
Some homeowners prefer to keep it very simple but functional. In this
case, a padlock may be all the protection that’s needed. Since there
are so many variations to padlocks, there are a lot of options to choose
from. ‘Regular’ padlocks require a key to be opened, but more modern
varieties may use combinations or special codes to be opened. So, once
again, the level of security that you choose to have is based on your
personal preference. Padlocks are also sold for a wide range of prices.
So, you can splurge on more expensive options or stick to more
affordable but effective brands and types of padlocks.
4. Keyless Systems
If you’re not familiar with keyless systems, you may be happy to know
that the name says it all. They are locks that do not require keys for
opening or closing. While many of them do come with keys, the use of the
key is completely optional when it comes to the day-to-day operations
of the locks. Keyless systems come in many varieties and many types of
locks are now available as keyless locks.
This means that homeowners can select just about any type of lock with
the only difference being that keys are optional or not required at
all.
There are many other types of locks that can be used on garage doors.
At the end of the day, it really comes down to the budget you have and
your personal preference. As you select a lock for your garage door, be
sure to take into consideration all your personal needs. Not because a
lock was the perfect choice for a neighbor or friend it will be the
perfect choice for you. On the contrary, it is a smart idea to consider
your options based on reviews that you receive from the people you
trust.
If you need help when deciding which lock will suit you best, your
local locksmith should also be able to assist you. And, if there’s any
information that you’d like to know about garage door locks and the
security they offer, we are always happy to help. Just contact Locksmith Service Chamblee in Chamblee GA and we’ll assist you as best as we can.
