Various Kinds of Locks

Here are some of the many different lock types available today…

Smart Locks

What makes smart locks so popular? This is the type of lock that is keyless and lets you unlock or open a door without needing a key. You can even control this type of lock using your phone (if you have a smartphone) remotely. This is incredibly convenient. You can connect to your WiFi which is a great feature to have. Here are some of the popular smart locks you might want to consider for your property…

Convert Smart Lock - Kwikset
Samsung SHS-3321 Digital Door Lock
Friday Lock
Schlage Connect Smart Deadbolt
Home Smart Lock by Gate
Touchpad Electronic Deadbolt (Single Cylinder with Smart Code) by Kwikset
Alfred DB2-B Smart Door Lock With Touchscreen Keypad
Defiant Castle Touchscreen Electronic Deadbolt
Lockly Secure Plus
Assure Lock Touchscreen Deadbolt by Yale

Lever Handle Locks

Another popular lock is a lever handle lock. Door levers are easy to install which makes them good for customers looking for a DIY task. They come in child-resistant options which makes them popular with families. There are numerous styles available. Here are some you might like…

Vigilant Commercial Door Lever Set
Glynn Johnson Heavy Duty Lever Lockset
Yale Lever Medium Duty, Not Keyed
Kwikset Kingston Door Lever With Smart Key Security
Saturn Keyed Door Lever Set - Schlage
Largo Keyed Entry Door Lever Set
Mechanical Keyless Lever Lock - Harney Hardware

Knob locks

Knob locks are made by many different brands, from Kwikset and Honeywell to Sargent and Kaba. There are many different options available for your convenience. The lock has a spring bolt that can be moved using – you guessed it – a knob. What are some you might like? Take a look…

Defiant Hartford Entry Knob and Deadbolt Set
Defiant Brandywine Single Cylinder Entry Stainless Steel
BA05 Cal-Royal Knob Lock
Honeywell Classic Knobset
Tell Manufacturing Heavy Duty Keyed Entry Knob Lock
Kwikset Juno Entry Door Knob
MiLocks Single Cylinder Electronic Door Knob
And more

Padlocks

Padlocks are easy to use because they can be moved around – meaning, it is a lock that is detachable. It has a locking mechanism, shackle and body. Some use a key, others do not. There are many options available. They have really evolved as time has gone on. Take a look:

American Lock A41-American
SmartKey - Kwikset
Stanley Shrouded Hardened Steel Padlock
Lewis N Clark Cable Lock by Sentry
Desired Tools 4 Digit Combination Lock ABUS Diskus Padlock
Master Lock Padlock

Deadbolt Locks

A deadbolt is the type of lock that can be opened by using a key. If you don’t have the right key, you can’t open it. Although now there are other, more advanced deadbolt locks available, such as smart deadbolts that use WiFi. There are convenient to have and are sure to fit within your budget because there are so many options. Here, we have listed some of the popular options so you can check them out…

Schlage Encode Smart Smart WiFi Deadbolt
Emtek Low Profile Style Deadbolt With Keyed Entry
Weiser Lock Single Cylinder Deadbolt
Single Cylinder Deadbolt with SmartKey by Kwikset
Copper Creek Single Cylinder Deadbolt
Defiant Single Cylinder Castle Electronic Keypad Deadbolt
Kwikset Contemporary Electronic Keypad Single Cylinder Deadbolt
Safelock Double Cylinder Deadbolt
Camelot Single Cylinder Deadbolt - Schlage

If you have taken your time to look into upgrading or replacing your locks, then one thing you will see right off the bat is that you have a lot of options to choose from. You might not know where to begin, but that’s okay, because a locksmith can help you. You can search by brand, material, budget, lock type and so on. Whatever is easiest for you! You want to have security that is reliable. You ca accomplish this by browsing the various kinds of locks and deciding what works best for your needs. From cam locks and garage door locks to electronic locks and glass door locks, there is literally something for every need and concern. You can’t beat it!

You need locks that you have faith in. We know this. Now you realize you have numerous different lock choices because there are indeed various kinds of locks available for purchase. It is a good thing to put security at the front of your mind and to replace any locks showing signs of damage. Call us if you need a locksmith for lock replacement, lock changes or even rekeying locks.