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There are many things that you can do to increase the security of your home or office, and you can  easily implement this all on your own. Let’s start off with the lockset that you select to put on your door. There are so many different types of locks, and many different manufacturers to choose from that will increase the security of your office or your home.
The most common way that a burglar is going to enter your property is going to be by kicking in the entry door. So if you want to make it harder or close to impossible for them to do this you are going to need to make sure that the lock can withstand this type of pressure. Now the best way for you to make this harder for them is going to be by implementing a few different things to your door. First off you will want to purchase good locks, and you need to ensure that they are going to have thick and longer throw barsI
t is very essential for you to know some basic types of door locks so you will be able to choose the right one. Basic types of door locks could be described as follows;.
Chain door lock
This type is very popular and widely used. There is a short small chain attached between door panel and door frame. Chain attached to both side by screw. This kind of lock is generally used in houses and the people who are inside the house can see who the outside of the door is. The main point that you have to consider when choosing chain lock is the size of chain, which you have to make sure that provide enough security. However, there is a strong advice that this type of lock should not be used as main method of security.
Deadbolt lock
Deadbolt lock is known as the lock that provide maximum security in the market. So it is mostly used where requires extreme security such as exterior doors. You may find that many of houses use this type of locks because it is very convenient. Generally, there are two types of deadbolt lock, one is the single cylinder and two is double cylinder. The single cylinder one is the type that we can see in many of houses, a person have to use a key to release the lock from outside meanwhile the person inside can turn a door knob to secure the lock. The two- cylinder type requires key to release the lock from both side.
Wedges lock
Wedges is classified as an extended lock for door. While you are using deadbolt lock as a main lock, you may have wedges lock installed to increase security. Wedges lock is a kind of rubber triangle can be wedged under the door in order to protect the door to open too wide. This type of lock is widely used with interior doors that require less security such as bathroom or bedroom.
Knob locks
spring latch and dead latch varieties. These locks can be easily picked or forced. They are best used on interior doors, such as bedrooms and bathrooms, or in combination with deadbolts.
Additional Lock Features
Free-spinning Collar - One quarter of home invasions occur when the perpetrator manipulates the lock in some fashion. If an intruder attempts to saw off the bolt, the free-spinning collar makes it difficult for him to get a cut as the bolt spins with every motion. This feature also prevents burglars from removing the bolt with a wrench or vise grips. You can purchase drill-resistant deadbolts as well that contain steel chips within the lock housing that destroy drill bits.
Strike Plates - Strike plates come with every door lock, but not all of them offer security. The strike plate is generally the most vulnerable portion of the entire door lock. The strike plate should be made of a heavy metal and attached to the door frame and stud wall with screws that are at least 3 inches long. The screw holes should be staggered for extra security as this makes it more difficult to split the wood door frame with a heavy impact.
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