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WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT GARAGE DOOR LOCKS AND THEIR FEATURES

When searching for a garage door lock, it’s important to remember that they are among the most frequent targets of burglars.

This is because garage doors are easier points of entry than most front or back doors, particularly during cloudy evenings.

So if you are in the process of searching for such locks for your home then here are a few garage door locks and safety tips for you to consider.

HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT GARAGE DOOR LOCKS FOR YOUR HOME

Automated garage door openers usually feature built-in locks, so you won’t have to worry about the lock if you’re planning to get an automated garage door. Buying a garage door lock is only a concern for people who have conventional garage doors in their homes, and for those of you who do, there are three options to you.
These include:

GARAGE DOOR ANCHORS

Garage door anchors are designed to secure your garage door to your garage floor using bolts. These kinds of garage door locks also offer great security for relatively low cost, which makes them a great option for people who can’t afford high-end door locks.

GARAGE DOOR BOLTS

These kinds of locks feature bolts which operate like the deadbolt found in most doors. The primary mechanism for these locks is a lever that – when turned – extends the bolts into the garage door track and then locks itself in place. This prevents the garage door from being opened.

GARAGE DOOR PADLOCKS

Garage door padlocks are designed to be locked in place, preferably in a spot which prevents your garage door from opening. Garage door padlocks are also similar in design with traditional padlocks in the sense that they have similar mechanisms as well as the same characteristic gauge metal hasp for protection.

GARAGE DOOR LOCK SAFETY REMINDERS

When handling garage door locks, it’s important to handle them carefully. Although highly durable, you should still treat them as you would any other lock. Here are a few tips on how to do this:

– Keep a close eye on your garage door lock’s remote.
– Clean your locks at least once a month.
– If you want to use a digital garage door lock, make sure that its mechanisms are durable enough to withstand damage.
– Don’t completely rely on your garage door lock to secure your garage. Locks are deterrents and should not be treated as perfect security devices.
– Buy your garage door lock from a reputable source.

Feel free to call Speedy Locksmiths for more facts regarding garage door safety and security.