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When trying to keep a secure home, it can really help to know some of the trends and numbers that commonly define home break-ins and burglaries across the country. Even if you can’t ever be one hundred percent prepared for a burglary, you can definitely prepare defenses. In this blog entry, I’ll detail some of the specific statistics that define criminal break ins across the country, so you can be better prepared.

Over half of Burglaries are forced entries

The FBI classifies three varieties of burglary: forced entry, unlawful entry, and attempted forced entry. 58.3 percent of burglaries are forced entry, while 35.2 and 6.5 percent are unlawful entry and attempted forced entry relatively. These statistics demonstrate that burglars are determined to get inside your property, and that homeowners have to be equally set to make sure they don’t get in. It also strikes a reminder to make sure windows and doors are locked, and that your security alarm is active.

Over 2000 dollars on average is lost per burglary

This re enforces a commonly known fact that burglars tend to gravitate towards expensive luxury goods; this means a thief is more likely to try to take a diamond necklace than the food inside your refrigerator. This also illustrates the trend of burglars to steal from property which they have already scoped out through valuables; it’s never been more important to make sure that your valuables aren’t in plain view of windows. It might even be a good idea to tint your windows, or install one-way glass windows so nobody can look inside your house.

Many burglars use the Front Door

Over 34 percent of burglars use the front door to get access into someone’s property, while 22 percent use the back door. Make sure that when you’re upgrading your security that you improve the lock quality in your front and back doors. The best option is to get doors with solid cores that will be more resistant to break-in attempts than the majority of hollow body doors. We recommend improving your locks with the addition of high security pin tumbler locks, as well as keeping all windows or points of entry completely secure.

The average burglar spends less than 12 minutes in your home

Most burglars spend between 8 to 12 minutes inside your home – this short duration is due to their extreme caution and not wanting to get caught. This information is of great use to homeowners – they can place any valuables in hard to find areas spread out throughout the house, rather than in one easily findable “treasure trove.” This will make it more likely the burglar will abandon their search, and leave your home without taking any of your most precious belongings.

Most burglars go to master bedrooms first

This is the first room most burglars will go to, as it’s the most common room that valuables are kept inside. This statistic helps give some detail as to how burglars think; it’s much safer, thus, to keep your valuables distributed throughout other discreet and hidden areas of your home, to throw them off target, and increase the possibility of them leaving empty handed.

Burglaries happen every 15 Seconds

Even if the national burglary rate has decreased since the anarchic 1970s, it’s still a massive problem across the country. This statistic helps homeowners in the sense that it informs them of the very real, and very common threat burglary poses – it’s the kind of think that one never expects. Home security, in this light, transcends the simple need to keep one’s valuables safe, it also extends to keeping one’s spiritual sense of safety, as well as the physical safety of their friends or loved ones, intact.

So you need to buy a new lock. Perhaps you need more than one. Most people looking to purchase locks go to large, ‘Big Box’ style stores like Home Depot. The variety and sheer quantity of locks can be very overwhelming. In order to avoid an unnecessary purchase of a lock not ideal for your situation, it’s best to educate yourself on some of the critical methods of deciding if a lock is right for you before you buy. In this blog post I’ll detail some of the ways you should be thinking about purchasing a lock.

Price and Ratings

You’re searching for the best lock that you can get that serves your needs. Many locks advertise with a numbered security rating – as a rule, ignore this, as they are an industry scale without much use to the average consumer. Additionally, most self-applied “third party” testing is somewhat distorted and does not correspond exactly with the true reality of how the products work. For the most part, a higher price will equal a higher level of security – however there are definitely exceptions, especially when electronic locks are concerned. Smart locks are expensive but not always as secure as a cheaper manual lock. What your money should be going to is higher quality security pins, more durable material, and better construction – not buttons, add-ons, or branding.

Branding

Many top name brand locks don’t actually work very well. Other name brand locks that are lesser known might only be lesser known due to a higher price point – which can be associated with a better operating record. As a rule, it’s never really just about the brand name, it’s about how well a lock serves your specific needs. Often, locks that are cheaply manufactured in China are rife with poor construction and weak structure.

What to avoid with Doorknobs

These front door locks need to have deadbolts for the best amount of security – and if you have any glass nearby, a double sided deadbolt will be necessary. As a general rule you should never simply decide on getting the cheapest possible lock just because it’s less cash – this pretty much ensures that you’re not going to be getting a quality lock. The goal shouldn’t be saving money, it should be finding a quality lock. Always think practically, and avoid purchasing locks with fancy add-on purposes – don’t mix your purposes is what I mean to emphasize. Even if lock picking doesn’t work the first time, after a few attempts it might work, if not just cause harsh damage to the lock mechanism itself, so try to choose a proven quality lock. Also, don’t simply buy locks just because you saw a commercial; commercials are obviously slanted. Try to inform yourself via the internet beforehand of locks with fantastic consumer ratings so you can have an idea of what to focus on.

What to avoid with padlocks

Padlocks are almost always made of a lock body and a shackle – making it removable. Don’t ever buy a general purpose padlock, as too short or too long shackles will provide thieves the proper amount of pressure or leverage to break it more quickly. Buy a lock specifically for it’s superior construction appropriate for your situation. Don’t buy cheap padlocks – as a general rule of business, most companies increase their profit margins by using cheap materials and less complex construction – this results in a weaker lock. Additionally, if you’re adding multiple padlocks to each other, don’t combine identical locks. The strategy of combining locks is only proven to increase your security if you use different lock types. Think of it this way; if someone can break through one of the locks, there’s no reason they can’t do it twice.

There’s a wide variety of home security systems currently on the market. Choosing between them to find which one is best for your home can be very daunting. Installing a security system at your home ensures the protection of your family and property – making them an absolute must; however it’s always best to utilize the absolute ideal security system for the needs of you and your family.

Monitored Security System

These alarm systems are commonly used throughout the world, and carry their own list of pros and cons. The system, when triggered, will alert a call center which will then contact your local police. Since this system works through your outside telephone lines, your burglar could potentially disrupt it by locating and cutting your phone lines. Even when tripped the system would be unable to notify the call center, so the police would never be called. One potential for a substitute for a monitored alarm is the use of a cell phone or radio instead of a landline alarm. The other potential drawback to these kinds of alarms is that even when the alarm is set off, it will take some time for the police to arrive – meaning by the time they do get there, the burglar will have had plenty of time to grab valuables and get out of there. Even with these drawbacks, these kinds of alarm systems are some of the most expensive on the market.

Non Monitored Alarm Systems

This other type of alarm system sets of an incredibly loud siren both inside and outside the house when the alarm is tripped. This sort of system relies on healthy contact with your neighbors, so that they will know to call the police when the alarm goes off and you’re not home. One of the best aspects of these systems is the fact that they don’t have monthly fees, meaning that it’s much more affordable than monitored systems. These systems can also be installed with bright flashing lights so people can be more clear on what house the alarm is sounding from. Usually, loud sirens will be enough to make any burglar leave immediately, as there will immediately be a ton of attention focused to the house. Of course, one disadvantage is that you will have to rely on your neighbors vigilance in hearing the alarms and calling the police; if your neighbors are often away, or aren’t likely to hear or call the police, these alarms could potentially not do that much for your home security – especially if you don’t have neighbors and live in the middle of nowhere.

Wireless Alarms

These systems can often be found at regular, local hardware stores. There’s both advantages and disadvantages to these kinds of security systems. One of the chief advantages is that they are quite simple to install and carry no monthly monitoring fees – you can simply decide whatever settings that you prefer; there’s many options including cameras, beams, sensors, or motion detectors. Some of the drawbacks to these systems is the space limit between sensors and cameras, and the need to replace batteries quite often – which can eventually become pretty pricy.

Electric Current Based Alarm Systems

Just like the rest of the types of alarm systems, electric current based home alarms carry their own sets of advantages and disadvantages. These alarms are usually installed in homes during their construction, so they can mostly be found in newer homes. It monitors doors and windows and sounds a beeping noise when they are opened. This is a fantastic feature for both preventing burglaries, but also ensuring that your children aren’t opening doors and windows of your home. Some of the disadvantages of this type of system is that electrical current flows from outside can disrupt your alarm signal and render it incapable of working – for example, lightning can affect these systems and render them inoperational for a period of time.

Many locksmiths and door repair experts find that a malfunctioning lock is the product of a non-working door. In this short blog post, I’ll detail some of the most common door malfunctions that interfere with the ability of locks to function.

Door Jamming

This is usually the result of the heavy forced use of the lock – some element is shaken out of place and the multipoint lock gets stuck, preventing the door from being able to be opened. This is repaired by unjamming the internal lock mechanism, and replacing its center case – or the entire lock unit if it is called for. This calls for different operations based on the different types and brands of locks.

Misaligned Doors

Sometimes the weight of a door will drop from the weight of it’s own load-bearing – this can make hinges loosen, cause warp in the door structure, or break the lock itself. These repairs are typically simple, unless the door is severely warped (usually from people hanging off it) or incorrectly installed in the first place – but usually this requires little else besides a few turns of the hinge adjuster at the top of the door. If the hinges of the door still require some adjustment, you can toe and heel them to restore the door to working order.

Security Improvement

By upgrading European style locks to high security door handles with anti snap functionality, you quickly and exponentially increase the security of your space. This is a matter of simple re-keying, or complete hardware replacement – and a broad number of hardware options exist which range from aesthetic to functional differences.

Just like any other manual trade, locksmithing requires it’s own set of tools. It’s incredibly important that every locksmith has a full range of tools – as many different situations call for different tools, and the only way to be fully prepared for any situation that they might come across. The full range of tools available can be a bit daunting for beginners – in this blog post we’ll be taking a look at the most common and essential tools that locksmiths use in their trade.

Pick Gun

This tool is incredibly widely used – and comes in both electrical and manual iterations. They function similarly to key turners, but move in an upwards motion forcing the lock pins to jump up, unlocking the lock. This tool can also be used by burglars.

Key Turners

This tool can be used when you accidentally lock yourself out of your house. Similarly to a pick gun, it rotates whatever key is on the other side of the lock, unlocking the door. Usually this tool only works on second or third lever locks.

Key Machine

This tool cuts keys of all types, including circle keys, padlock keys, or cabinet keys. Unlike manual key duplication where a locksmith makes exact replicas, key machines makes a working key using a pre existing key’s code numbers. These machines come in automatic, semi-automatic, or manual categories, and offer engraving add-ons that can make cutting burrs, key rings, key tags, or opening cards.

Tension Wrench

The bread-and-butter of locksmiths, this device functions through applying pressure inside the mechanism of the lock to release it, opening the door. Using the tension wrench, the locksmith applies force to the cylinder, and then uses a lock pick, pulling up all the pins until they are completely flush with the line, aligning perfectly and unlocking.

Power Drill

The holy grail to the bread-and-butter of the Pick Gun, these tools are some of the most essential tools of the entire locksmith trade. Drills vary according to many different sizes, brands, and materials – it’s use is simple. It drills holes through doors so that locks can be fitted into them and properly installed with no extra space.

This blog post will help you assess the security of your home on a professional level . Risk assessments help you balance the cost of the defensive strategy against whatever losses might happen if it isn’t implemented. It’s important to remember that value is subjective – and that the safety of your household is utterly priceless . Risk assessment will help you be prepared in the event of a home invasion or other disaster.

Kinds of Risks

Business Risk

If you use your home as your office, having any sort of records, computers, servers, or other business information stolen can prevent you from working – compromising the effective progress of your business.

Fraud / Identity Theft

This involves the theft of information that can in turn be used to steal money, valuables, or other records. This can destroy your credit.

Legal Risk

If your property isn’t equipped according to legal regulations you may put yourself in financial risk.

Lost Property

Some objects are irreplaceable – whether the value is sentimental or monetary.

When you’re assessing the threats to your property, be realistic – research what sort of natural disasters might affect your area. Yes, this includes nearby trees that could damage property. Assess your security – checking your locks, camera, doors – or any of the variables of your property that could pose a danger or vulnerability. Proper installation of any latches, locks, or security tools is of key importance; a lock pretty much doesn’t mean anything if it’s, for example, installed on the outside of a window. Additionally, if there’s multiple people who can access the property, it’s more vulnerable.

Layers of Protection

Locks

Any and all locks should be installed correctly and functioning properly – and if it works, use it!! Any unused or unimplemented lock is pretty much the same thing as having no lock at all then your security is compromised.

Gates

These can be controlled with a padlock, or electronic lock which can be remotely controlled. The code or key controlling the gate can either be shared amongst your household / business or controlled by a single individual – it’s also possible that a guard or attendant could be assigned to the sole operation of this gate.

Window Protection / Visibility

Windows can be incredibly vulnerable – make sure to always lock them. If you want to continue to up your security, install bars in them, or have them tinted according to a 3M security film, reducing the likelihood of potential criminals peering in. Visibility also affects security on the outside of the home – the less hiding spots or coverage there is on the outside of home, the more reduced likelihood of a burglary – make sure that there’s full perimeter visibility around your building.

Security Cameras / Motion Sensors

Non-operational security cameras can be utilized as an effective deterrent to any potential burglars, while fuller security systems that offer remote alerts can help notify law enforcement automatically if your security is ever messed with. Motion sensors protect against unwanted activity in a number of ways – they can sound alarms or flash warning lights as deterrents, or contact law enforcement.

Alarms

A well operating alarm is one that not only alarms the burglar (increasing the chance that they will abandon whatever crime they are trying to commit) but one that alerts neighbors that can contact law enforcement as soon as possible – assuming you’re not already home. As a general rule, the louder the alarm is, the better.

Redundancy

The more layers of protection that you have the better. By using redundant security laters, you’re exponentially increasing the security of your home.

Questions to ask yourself when assessing your home security.

What valuables do I keep in my home?

How easily could I self install security hardware?

Is there crime in my area?

Do I own my home (can I make structural changed?)

Who has access to my home?

Do the windows all lock from the inside?

Is there a tree with which the roof of the property can be accessed?

Are there any known threats?

Do you have operating alarms?

Ask yourself these questions in order to assess the amount of security layers you need to add to your home; a home security professional, like those at Chicago Locksmiths, can expertly and efficiently install any security assets you need.

In the world we live in, protecting one’s own property becomes something to be prepared for. Many people consider suitcases to be somewhat “unprotectable” over international flights – simply due to the long amount of time these bags are being handled by strangers, or placed out of site. Regardless of the measures taken by airports and the FAA to protect flyers from theft, an amount of thefts of property always occur at airports. So you’re left asking yourself, how can I protect my luggage from people that would want to steal from it?

Strong Suitcases

There’s multiple factors to consider in securing your luggage before flying. Before we discuss locks, let’s talk about the physical structure of the luggage itself. If your suitcase has a fabric body with a zipper, a lock isn’t going to exactly do you well. The bag can easily be cut open (by people who wouldn’t care if you discover the theft) but can also be opened with a common airport theft trick. This trick involves the use of a ballpoint pen to puncture the zipper opening, run along it’s length, opening the bag with no signs of entry. In fact, TSA agents use this technique to inspect suitcases.

It’s worth putting in the investment for a hard sided durable suitcase. These suitcases differ from the typical ones because they aren’t made of easily severed fabric, but a hard, almost impenetrable siding. Additionally, there will be a hasp system which you can place locks on. These cases can’t be opened with pens like typical suitcases. When looking for hardsided suitcases, it’s good to test them in person so you know what you’re getting. Test if the material can’t be broken, and that the lid is sealed tight when shut. If there’s any gap in the seal, it’s not the ideal case.

Finding a Durable Lock

Buying a durable lock is absolutely something you should do. First of all, you need to choose a lock that properly fits the case – so that there’s no gap when it’s fully closed. If you’re shackling the zipper tight, the lock’s shackle should be thin enough to fit inside – however, the thinner the shackle, the easier it is to cut or break off.

I certainly don’t advise getting one of the pre-made TSA approved locks. It’s shackles are incredibly flimsy and can be cut with a pair of ordinary household tools. They can be picked easily – not to mention the fact that the schematics of the inner lock has been publically available on the internet for years – so somebody could make a skeleton key that works for it.

Instead, I recommend getting a high security lock, like a padlock. Don’t skimp on price – invest in a well made, solid lock that can resist many different kinds of entry attempts. I also recommend getting a lock with internal ball bearings that prevent thieves from being able to shim it.

Levelled Security

Try getting a lock with as many security features – and pins – as possible. 5 is the average, and serrated pins work the best. Using a lock with a shroud over the shackles make it much harder for thieves to cut through it. On the average, competent high-security locks can be found for around 25 dollars. Brands like Best, Mul-T-Lock , and Medeco are always a good bet. It also helps to combine multiple locks that aren’t from the same company – this would protect your property from criminals with single break-in methods.

As additional security tactics, never put irreplaceable valuable items inside your checked luggage – instead, bring it with you in carry on. Additionally, you might want to use saran wrap, zip-ties, or tape to show you if your suitcase has been opened. It’s definitely an effective deterrent to criminals who don’t want to waste time getting through a zip tie and get caught. As many levels of security as possible is highly advised – any additional, unfamiliar level with effectively deter criminals. The best solutions are the one’s that you cater to your specific situational needs. Find whatever weak links figuratively or literally exist in your luggage, and reenforce and strengthen them. By utilizing layered security, you can protect your luggage in airports, or really any transportation environment.

In this blog entry, we’ll discuss potential solutions to the threat of bicycle theft. These solutions are a practice of a balance between practicality, cost, and convenience. Most people can’t carry around a heavy duty chain and eight locks wherever they go. However, with every compromise for convenience, you’re lowering your security. The more security levels there are for your bike, the less chances it’s going to get stolen – less thieves will even attempt the theft, and the one’s that do are less likely to succeed.

Bike-Theft Statistics

Riding on a bicycle is an integral part of many people’s leisure as well as their commute. It’s an exercise method, a transportation method, and a way to relax. One source of concern for cyclists is how to safely secure bicycles throughout the day – as bikes have become much more widely used, bike theft has also increased. According to the FBI, at least 190,703 bikes are stolen per year – and that statistic is a reflection of reported thefts. A study in Canada showed that 76% of bikes that are stolen are ones that cost under 500$. This demonstrates the fact that even cheaper bikes are at risk of theft – bike thefts aren’t usually premeditated`, but are rather acted on a spur-of-the-moment level.

U-Locks

Many bike owners really prefer using U-Locks to the typical padlock because it gets rid of the need to carry around a heavy change – which can be both cumbersome and dangerous. You’re going to need more than one U- Lock if you’re discarding the chain completely – if this is the case, carry as many U-Locks as possible, as it’ll only make your bike more secure. The best points to place the U-Lock is on the frame, the anchor point, and the wheel of the bike. Make sure that both sides of the U-Lock shackle release – if this doesn’t happen, a potential criminal would only need to cut one side in order to free the bike.

Padlocks

There’s a massive variety of padlocks available. You can find padlocks for a measly couple of dollars, and you can find padlocks that cost in the thousands. The criteria that you should focus on in your search are the lock’s weight, the thickness of the lock’s body as well as it’s shackle, and a shroud (a piece of metal that covers the sides of the shackle to make it less accessible to potential thieves.) Keep your eyes out for rounded areas on the shackle which indicates that the lock has internalized ball bearings, which prevent it from being “shimmed”, a special kind of lock picking that can be improvised with everyday objects. As a word of warning, try to avoid buying Master Lock products, as their cheap price point is contrasted by their weak and easily broken materials. Be aware that spending some money on a padlock can pay off in its security value.

The device widely known as a tubular lock is also referred to as a circle pin tumbler, an Ace lock, or a radial lock. Similar to how tissues are ubiquitously/colloquially referred to as Kleenexes, tubular locks are sometimes called Ace locks due to Ace being the company that originally manufactured this type of lock. They can commonly be found on commercial / industrial tools that are standing unattended for long periods of time – think of vending machines, for example. Tubular locks are generally considered to be of a higher security level than tumbler and wafer locks – mostly because of their scarcity; thieves aren’t as likely to know how to pick or cut them. In this blog entry I’ll go over some of the details about the structure and function of tubular locks.

Tubular Lock Structure

Tubular locks are named so because the keyway is encased in a cylinder. The circular keyhole is joined to a tumbler system common to other kinds of locks, however it differs in that it’s key pins are pushed in along a horizontal axis, rather than vertically like other kinds of locks. The mechanism that holds the key pins in (the plug) is built into the same cylinder as the mechanism that holds the springs and drivers – (the bible.) The key is circular, with outside facing grooves – and it can only be inserted into lock from a particular configuration.

Pick-Proofing

For the most part, tubular locks are tougher to pick than other locks. This isn’t to say that it isn’t possible to pick it – and like all locks, the security level of the lock varies depending on its particular model, make, and brand. However, tubular locks typically take a much longer amount of time to pick than other locks – a valuable feature, as the longer it takes for thieves to pick a lock, the higher their chances of being caught and apprehended. This makes tubular locks a great preventative deterrent.

Technically, you can define tubular locks as being slightly different pin tumbler locks – they aren’t military grade security locks, but they work well and reliably. I mean to say that these locks – for the most part, the one’s common to consumers – aren’t fit to prove impervious to the advances of a highly seasoned lock-breaker; however, they certainly add a level of security to property that, combined with other measures, provide a solid line of defense against theft. If you’re interested in finding a tumbler lock right for you, I recommend searching online or through your local locksmith’s inventory for one with the features suitable to your specific security needs.

There are many different security options available to make sure that your apartment is safe whether you are at home or not. SOS LOCKSMITH has listed below ways on securing your NYC apartment. You can choose to have an alarm system , have upgraded door and window locks, or you can even buy a dog that will bark loudly when someone is trying to enter your property.

Upgraded Locks

There are many different security locks available on the market by Medeco Locks and Mul-t-Lock . A barrel bolt is another good lock choice. Combination locks and keyless entry locks are also smart choices. Use high quality Grade-1 or Grade-2 locks on exterior doors to resist twisting, prying, and lock-picking attempts. A quality deadbolt lock will have a beveled casing to inhibit the use of channel-lock pliers used to shear off lock cylinder pins. A quality door knob-in-lock set will have a ‘dead latch’ mechanism to prevent slipping the lock with a shim or credit card.

Use a solid core or metal door for all entrance points Use a quality, heavy-duty, deadbolt lock with a one-inch throw bolt Use a quality, heavy-duty, knob-in-lock set with a dead-latch mechanism Use a heavy-duty, four-screw, strike plate with 3-inch screws to penetrate into a wooden door frame

Alarm Systems

A good alarm system will monitor all of the entry points into your apartment. Your door should have an alarm on it as well as all of the windows in your unit. You may also want to have security cameras installed inside of your apartment. There is a new technology available that will allow you to view your home while you are not there through your smartphone or computer. You can check in on your apartment while you are at work or even while you are on vacation if you have a high tech security system.

Security Lighting

Security lighting is a basic security feature that can be very helpful. Many apartments offer exterior security lighting in parking lots and around the entry points to the building. Bright lighting can deter crime and help people feel safer.

Electronic Key Cards

Electronic card access is a popular choice. When people use electronic cards, they can have confidence that no one else has a key to their apartment since key cards can be changed with ease. New residents receive a new card that wipes out the old tenants’ access. Cards can be changed very quickly and with ease. Key cards can also be given for other parts of an apartment complex. They can give people access to certain parts of an apartment like common areas or exercise rooms.

Security Gates

Security gates can be a nice security option. Gates can help apartment owners feel comfortable. They allow only people that live there or have permission to be there to be on the property.

Home Safes

There are great prices on safes at SOS Locksmith , having a safe in your home is a wise investment. Home safes are designed to keep the smash and grab burglar, dishonest nanny, cook or housekeeper from gaining access to important documents and personal property. Home safes need to be anchored into the floor or permanent shelving. Here are few ways to make it work:

– Use the safe everyday so it becomes routine -Protect the safe code and change it occasionally -Install it away from the master bedroom or closet

If you want to live in a secure NYC apartment, find a complex that has good locks, lighting, and that is in a good location or get security consultation from NYC Locksmith You can enjoy feeling comfortable in your apartment at all hours. You want to stay in a building that makes you feel secure.

The term “smart lock” is a security superlative. These words really say, “here’s the best lock ever created.” Electronic locks and keyless locks promote a litany of hyped access control features. Sorting through these marketing words and getting to the nitty gritty and genuine qualities of these locks is a great task indeed. If you’re curious how these locks hold up to security threats and function as a whole, we have the information for you. Here’s what to look for when in the market for an electronic lock and keyless lock in NYC .

Advantages and Disadvantages

Let’s begin with the advantages. Electronic locks and keyless locks usually boast these great advantages:

E-Keys Access Control /Electronic Locks

• Send an e-key to anyone, wherever they are and at any time.

• Temporarily disable or permanently delete a user from the system.

• E-keys have no expiration and can’t be lost.

• Often traditional keys, and keyfobs are available

• Access can be as simple as walking up to the door (RFID chip).

Usage Tracking

• See who sent or accepted an e-key

• See who was enabled or disabled access

• See who was deleted from the system

• See real-time push notifications when someone knocks on the door.

• Check to see if you door was locked or not for peace of mind.

The Disadvantages of electronic locks and keyless locks are several as well.

E-Keys/Electronic Lock

• Electronic hacking

• Battery or electricity dependency issues

• Difficult to configure.

• ANSI grades are lower against break-ins

Although we listed fewer disadvantages than advantages, these negatives are not to be missed in the big picture. Electronic hacking possess a great risk to ANSI grades and is currently little tested on the market. Also, electricity dependent devices, to this point are always slightly a hassle because of recharging issues. Lastly, bumping, prying, and damage threats aren’t publicly acknowledging threats for these yet. People would rather promote the convenience of the lock than anything else. What you don’t know: is your greatest disadvantage with new locking technologies . But, we’ve sorted through them all, and here are some of the locks we recommend to you.

Smart Locks Electronic Locks

1. Samsung EZON Digital Door Lock SHS-3321 Universal Deadbolt

2. Lockey 2950 Keyless Mechanical Digital Mortise Locks

3. Trilogy DL1225 Narrow Stile Digital Thumbturn Lock

4. Kaba P2000 PowerPlex Self-Powered GREEN Electronic Lock

5. Mul-T – Lock Code-It

6. Schlage Camelot Touchscreen Deadbolt

7. Medeco Maxum 11*603,

8. Yale YRD240 Lock

9. Schlage BE365 V CAM 619 Lock

10. Arrow Revolutions Lock

We mentioned “smart locks” earlier; and in our opinion two stand alone to make the cut. August Locks and the Kēvo innovation. Both these devices are coupled with hands-free marketing as seen recently with the Nest Learning Thermostat . We chose these smart locks because they are the most advanced at adapting to other products while at the same time keeping you safe and secure as top-security should.

Keyless Door Lock

Remember: keyless door locks come in two forms. Usually they’re activated by a device like a phone, or an access card of something in the form of a keyfob or RFID chip. Keyless door locks are convenient for those who want to share, allow and monitor access digitally. But, keep in mind, that, before purchasing a keyless or electronic lock you know the materials of your door. Often certain exit doors, storefront doors and commercial doors won’t pair well with these technologies from a structural standpoint. Good luck on the market. Find a tried and true locksmith and enjoy the new security market.

Electronic Lock Installation NYC

SOS Locksmith is a main provider and installer of electronic and smart locks in the NYC area. Our trained locksmith technicians go through extensive training and are knowledgeable about the product. Consult with SOS Locksmith for custom designed systems to meet your demands and specifications.

This article answers all the “whats” regarding the Medeco³ Rim & Mortise line .

What Is a Rim Cylinder?

Rim cylinders couple with auxiliary rim lock systems like night latches, “jimmy-proof” vertical deadbolt locks , surface-mounted deadbolts, and panic devices. The rim cylinders Medeco³ manufactures are on UL’s 437 List for locks that resist attacks from picks and drills.

This brand of rim cylinder is available in a range of constructions to fit a variety of mechanical and electronic lock systems.

What Is a Mortise Cylinder?

When you have a door designed with a “cut-out” or recessed space for a locking system, that space is called a “mortise”. Medeco³ Mortise cylinders come in an array of durable construction options to work with many electronic locking systems as well as mechanical systems.

These mortise cylinders work with Medeco³ mortise lock cases and many other makers’ lock cases.

What Are the Benefits of Installing Medeco³ Rim & Mortise Cylinders?

Every product made comes with the reality of a lifespan. If you have an auxiliary rim lock system or a mortise lock case that needs a sturdy new lock cylinder, Medeco³ cylinders are a secure fit!

Your lock cylinders need not be old. You can replace cheaper cylinder mechanisms and expect more safety from Medeco³ products. Medeco³ grew out of a Salem, Virginia, company established in the 1950s. Today, the company’s durable lock cylinders are still made in the U.S.A.

Every Medeco³ lock cylinder comes with a two-year warranty against manufacturer’s defects. The keys paired with each lock cylinder feature angled cuts as well as fore and aft notch positioning that allow this manufacturer one of the largest available master key systems. This means more peace-of-mind for any person with something to protect. Large master key systems make it very hard for someone else to “just happen” to have the key that fits your new lock cylinder.

Once you have switched your cylinders to Medeco³, you can count on these products to last many years. Each cylinder’s interior features solid brass construction that resists the efforts of the elements and more nefarious foes.

What Finishes Are Available?

The Medeco³ line features a range of finishes to match almost any existing lock case’s look. Here is a sampling of available finishes:

Bright Brass

Satin Brass

Antique Brass

Oil-Rubbed Bronze

Bright Nickel

Satin Nickel

Black

Dark Bronze

Bright Chrome

Satin Chrome

For safety and dependability, you need lock cores that are simply “hard to break” and hard to mistake for any other brand. That is exactly what you get from Medeco³ Rim & Mortise cylinders. Select yours today!

Why Choose a Mortise Lock?

Other advantages include the fact that there is not a lot of the lock being exposed when a person uses a mortise lock. This makes it a great deal more difficult for potential thieves and other wrongdoers to attempt to sabotage it, increasing the security that it is able to provide exponentially. This, combined with being able to accommodate pretty much any type of lock, including those that provide the highest security level, creates a very potent lock that is not easily bypassed.

What is the Installation Process?

Although there is no single method of preparing a door to have a mortise lock installed, there are some similarities from installation to installation. Most mortise locks will need a 2-1/8″ cross bore at a 2-3/4″ back set. It does not matter if the additional holes will need to be drilled because the mortise lock will cover them so that they cannot be seen. The main reason why there is no standard preparation procedure is because each mortise lock varies based on the company that is manufacturing it.

There are numerous different jigs and templates that are available for installing mortise locks. The best companies will provide aluminum templates that have been made through machining methods. These templates can be used to show the person installing the lock exactly where to drill the holes and create the openings for a specific manufacturer’s locks. The templates will be attached to the door by using clamps. Then, drill bits and other tools that are required by the template can be used to make the holes.

Templates are used to reduce the chances of the door being damaged. However, it is always recommended to take an extended period of time with installing mortise locks in order to further decrease the chances of damage.

The form and function of the traditional locking mechanism is under assault by the future. While the core usage of a lock is likely to remain the same, new models are popping up on the market, technologically superior devices outfitted with digital technology.

The Hybrid Locking Mechanism

A client can opt to stick with the traditional key and lock model of entry, but add an additional layer of digital security. A weatherproof keypad, lighting up for the user to enter an entry code, sits alongside the standard lock to offer greater flexibility and access control . The system could change the entry code every week, or the head of the family could assign a personalized access code for each member of the family, perhaps giving out guest codes that expire after a set period.

Part of the Smart Home

A locksmith is expected to match time-honored knowledge of locking mechanisms with network expertise. The latest generation of locks come as either keyed or key less models. They use Bluetooth and WiFi connectivity to hook the access system to the home network, whereupon the smart home can access other subsystems, turning on hallway lighting, drive lights, and even accessing environmental controls to turn on the heating for when the family arrives home.

Virtual Locks Over Traditional Locks

While the tumblers and pins of a high-quality lock aren’t about to be replaced overnight, the new options offered by technology are creating a stir with tech-savvy consumers. Thanks to mobile devices, a virtual key can be created and assigned to a smartphone, and then be forwarded to other family members. Without ever removing the pocketed smartphone, the home access system digitally identifies the arriving family member by recognizing the virtual key stored in an App.

The Advantages of Modular Wireless Security

One of the primary advantages of this new technology is the nod to mobile tech, the inclusion of wireless engineering that means no wires are required when installing the lock. Locksmiths simply fit the lock in the same way as any traditional mechanism, fitting the cylinder, outer casing, and engaging the locking mechanism. Digital connectivity, the same tech used in mobile devices, then allows a locksmith to effortlessly extend the access system, adding internet cameras and additional locks without ever needing to resort to wiring. It’s an attractive feature, knowing security can be altered without being tied to wires and having to drill holes, cutting channels in walls. The network then accepts the new additions with a simple change of a software configuration routine.

Practical Considerations

Looking inside the new generation of locks, a locksmith can quickly point out all of the familiar parts, but there’s additions. Those additions come in the shape of motorized drives, wireless circuitry for interfacing the lock to the home network, and a power assembly that’s likely accompanied by a set of batteries. Thanks to low power components courtesy of the mobile device industry, to low power Bluetooth and computer wizardry, the batteries will last for extended periods. Note, those same components can easily be configured to send a notification of some kind to a cell phone, warning the homeowner or the local locksmith of the need for new batteries. The same mobile communications tech also informs the cell phone of security events, of intruders and unexpected arrivals. Imagine being able to take control of the lock from work, opening the door from a smartphone with a touch.

Hybrid locks allow users to slowly adapt to the new tech, while key less entry means embracing entirely new forms of access.

When it comes to security locks, you want to choose a locksmith company that is reputable and will do the job. Here are 20 high security locks on the market we highly recommend today

Medeco³ Rim & Mortise

Medeco’s Rim and Mortise cylinders provide patented key control and UL437 Physical Security in adaptable retrofit cylinder formats.

Medeco Logic Rim & Mortise

Medeco Logic merges the flexibility of electronics with reliable mechanical technology – all in a Rim or Mortise cylinder. Medeco Logic offers end users audit trail, user access schedules and the ability to quickly add or remove a key electronically from a system.

Medeco XT Rim & Mortise

The Medeco XT Rim & Mortise electronic cylinders are a direct replacement for mechanical Rim cylinders and is ideal for loss and liability management. The cylinder requires no wiring to the door and is powered by the Medeco XT rechargeable key (sold separately).

Medeco³ Logic Rim & Mortise

Medeco³ Logic merges the flexibility of electronics with reliable mechanical technology – all in a retrofit Rim or Mortise cylinder. Medeco³ Logic offers end users audit trail, user access schedules and the ability to quickly add or remove a key electronically from a system. Medeco³ Logic installs with no wiring in a matter of minutes and digital keys and digital cylinders reprogram for instant changes.

Aperio Mortise Cylinder

The Medeco® M100 battery operated mortise lock with Aperio Technology makes it easy and cost effective to bring access control to applications where audit trail and monitoring are becoming increasingly critical.

Maxum Deadbolt

The Medeco® Maxum deadbolt exceeds ANSI Grade 1 standard for auxiliary locks. Hardened steel inserts and rotating pins provide drill and pick resistance according to UL 437 standard. The Medeco³ design offers a utility patent that provides protection against unauthorized key duplication.

14 Series Deadbolt

The Medeco® 14 Series is a Grade 2 commercial deadbolt that provides an outstanding combination of cylinder options, performance and value. It is the ideal choice for a wide variety of commercial and heavy duty residential applications where consistent quality, ease of use and installation are required.

Medeco Logic Deadbolt

The Medeco Logic Maxum deadbolt exceeds ANSI Grade 1 standard for auxiliary locks. In addition to the physical security of the Maxum deadbolt, the Medeco Logic cylinder provides end users with an audit trail, the ability to schedule user access rights and the freedom to quickly add or remove a key from the system.

Medeco Logic Residential Deadbolt

The Medeco Logic Residential Maxum deadbolt exceeds ANSI Grade 1 standard for auxiliary locks. Solid brass, free turning collar and 1/4 inch diameter mounting bolts resist wrenching, prying and hammering attacks. 1 inch throw hardened steel bolt resists sawing and crowbar attacks. In addition to the physical security and Residential aestetics of the Maxum deadbolt, the Medeco logic cylinder provides end users with an audit trail, the ability to schedule user access rights and the freedom to quickly add or remove a key from the system.

Maxum Residential Deadbolt

The Maxum Residential deadbolt is offers commercial grade 1 Security in a Residentially pleasing format.

Medeco³ Key in Lever/Knob

Medeco³ Key-in-Knob cylinders are designed to retrofit knob type cylindrical locksets, lever type cylindrical locksets, padlocks and bored type auxiliary deadlatches and deadlocks. 20 series, Key-in-Knob cylinders are UL437 listed for drill and pick resistance, and the those that incorporate the Medeco³ design, offer utility patented key control.

Medeco XT KIK/KIL

The Medeco XT Key in Knob/Lever electronic cylinder is a direct replacement for mechanical KIK/KIL cylinders and is ideal for Loss & Liability management. The cylinder requires no wiring to the door and is powered by the Medeco XT rechargeable key (sold separately). The cylinder is designed for interior and exterior use with an operating temperature rating of -40 degrees Fahrenheit to 140 degrees Fahrenheit. Flexible authorization, auditing of use and quick retrofit to existing hardware are all in one convenient package.

Medeco³ Logic KIK/KIL

Medeco³ Logic merges the flexibility of electronics with reliable mechanical technology – all in a key in knob or key in lever retrofit cylinder. Medeco³ Logic offers end users audit trail, user access schedules and the ability to quickly add or remove a key electronically from a system. Medeco³ Logic installs with no wiring in a matter of minutes and digital keys and digital cylinders reprogram for instant changes.

Medeco Logic KIK/KIL

Medeco Logic merges the flexibility of electronics with reliable mechanical technology – all in a Key in Knob or Key in Lever cylinder. Medeco Logic offers end users audit trail, user access schedules and the ability to quickly add or remove a key electronically from a system.

The security of your home is only as good as the lock on your front door. The frightening fact is that most door handles aren’t as stable or thief-proof as you might like to think. However, there is a way you can protect your family and keep your home safe. The Mul-T-Lock provides you with the level of security and safety that you truly need.

Modern Technology

So many aspects of modern life have been revolutionized by technology, but doorknobs have been left in the dark ages. Most homes feature outdated locks that are ineffective at deterring burglars. Lock pickers know how to bypass the basic design of older locks. However, the Mul-T-Lock features a high-tech design and advanced cylinder that can make your home safer.

Durable Locks for Greater Protection

Other locks feature thin steel, and they’re easily bypassed with a solid kick or the strike of a hammer. Mul-T-Lock is committed to improving protection levels, so they offer locks that are hardened against forceful attacks. This makes them a more secure option that’s harder for criminal to bypass.

Patented Technology

The Mul-T-Lock has been patented, and it’s only available through authorized retailers. It’s not readily available at your local home improvement store, but you can find this top-notch door lock through authorized locksmiths who are chosen, trained and supported by the lock manufacturers. They can install the new locks for you so that you can enjoy a safer home.

Unsurpassed Key Control

Older locks come with keys that can be copied at any neighborhood hardware store. This is one of their flaws because savvy criminals know how to gain access to the people who have keys. The Mul-T-Lock comes with personal key cards for every cylinder . The keys can only be copied by authorized locksmiths, and they’re able to identify the owner before keys are copied. This prevents a criminal from copying a key and then returning it to the keyholder before anyone realizes it’s missing.

Better Mechanisms

The Mul-T-Lock is designed to be more resistant to intruders. It meets the most stringent international standards. This provides you with an outstanding quality that provides you with superior protection against intruders.

What Makes Mul-T-Lock the Best

The manufacturer is a member of the world-leading ASSA ABLOY group. They have more than 30 years of experience in the field of high security, and they currently own more than 500 patent registrations around the world. They serve every sector, including automotive, residential, commercial, institutional, and OEM. They’re prepared to respond to any challenge to provide customers with the peace of mind they deserve.

Protect your family by making your home safer. You give them the best whenever you can, and that should extend to home security. You cannot put a price on the peace of mind you’ll enjoy when you have a more secure front door with a lock that will thwart most criminals. Make your home less of a target by making the investment in a Mul-T-Lock that will help you keep the family safe and your home secure.

Unfortunately, some of us come to expect the worst safety conditions in our learning environments. Today headlines are filled with shootings and scenarios that tantamount crisis. Truthfully, it seems that most of us merely hope that the time between such incidents is prolonged as long as possible. While these stories seemingly surface more often, or are proliferated by the media, locking technologies are advancing rapidly. By now, a majority of us have inferred that with better security comes lesser the opportunity for these circumstances to occur. Possibly the most important aspect of this conversation is geared towards our students. Protecting students in schools is undoubtedly the most important aspect that humanity may consider. So what types of security systems should be used in the academic system? We’ll break down a few things you should consider in the locks that should be used and the doors they should be installed on.

Locks

High-security locks are necessary to protect entry ways that lead to students, faculty and administration. These entry ways need to be outfitted with locks that can withstand a lot of torment. The reason why is simple. Usually intruders don’t have time to pick a lock in these scenarios. Instead brut force is initiated. For academic entryways, we recommend state-of-the-art deadbolt locks. We’ll list three we recommend here.

Medeco Logic Deadbolt

Medeco supplies some of the best high-security locks on the market. The Medeco Logic Deadbolt is one of them. The lock exceeds the ANSI Grade 1 standard for an auxiliary lock. It’s resistant to wrenching, prying, bumping and hammering attacks. It also has a one inch throw hardened steel bolt to prevent crowbar attacks. Here’s a recap of its features.

• ANSI Grade 1

• Controlled Access-electronically programed keys

• Data of entry and exit, user and guest

• Electronic rekeying

• Advanced Medeco Software

• Solid brass collar spins under pressure to prevent wrench attacks

• Large thumb turn provides ease of use by physically challenged individuals.

• Steel shroud over bolt protects against “ice pick” type attacks

Abloy Protec2 Single Cylinder Deadbolt

In 2001 the Abloy Protec system was created. Not a single documented picking attempt has been known to succeed on this lock. In 2012 they introduced the Protec2 Single Cylinder and it packs a punch. It’s the highest grade: ANSI Grade 1. The rating is based on extreme physical attack resistance. Some of the other specs are as follows. (We should mention that the user reviews are some of the best.) We’d suggest this lock to anyone.

• ANSI Grade 1

• Housed in steel body and hardened steel cylinder for maximum resistance to drilling

• H2X extreme 2″ hardened bolt can withstand 2 tons of force

• 1/4” (6mm) thick steel screws to prevent angled prying

• Steel bolt shield against ice picks

• Reinforced steel strike box with 2″ anchor screws

• Solid rotating collar so wrenches and pliers are ineffective

Schlage Single Cylinder Deadbolt Lock

This lock is very standard in many facilities and holds up to extreme tampering, prying, bumping and ice picking conditions. Schlage has been around for 90 years. This lock is as impressive as those 90 years, and is great for academic security settings.

• Brass finish

• 2-3/8″ to 2-3/4″ backset

• ANSI Grade 1

• Biggest adjustable bolt available

• Pick, bump and pry resistant

• Guaranteed to fit all standard doors

• Lifetime limited finish and mechanical warranty

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For classroom doors we recommend one locking system. Why one? Because it’s completely unequalled in performance. Not only in performance, but the lock is very cost efficient. That lock would be the GL87 Arrow classroom lock:

GL87 Arrow classroom lock

The GL87 Arrow classroom lock works in a user-friendly way. The outside lever is locked or unlocked by key. A locked clutch function allows the lever to turn freely; yet, this will not retract the dead latch until the outside lever is unlocked with a key. Inside the lever is always unlocked and retracts the latch when turned. When the door is unlocked, the door remains operable from both inside and outside. Here are a few certifications it has received:

• UL/cUL listed

• ANSI/BHMA A156.2, Series 4000, Grade 1.

• Federal Specification FF-H-106Cu

• ANSI A117.1 Accessibility Code

Doors

High security doors are extremely important. We’ll argue far for to make this point: a lock is only as secure as the object that it’s placed on. High security doors are primary protectors. It’s important that your door meets regulations and standards for your building and setting. Briefly consider checking up on the following basics:

• Installed Cylinder Guards

• Strike Plates (working)

• Non-corroded hinges

• Re-sturdied and fortified door frames

Schools, universities and academic settings should always outfit their buildings with the best security systems available. Time and time again we see compromises in security. We feel that prevention is within grasp. With more light shed on these locking innovations we can only hope that local and national governments bring things up to date when their re-educated on locking devices.

Nobody understands high security systems better than Mul-T-Lock . The new MT5®+ PLATFORM is backed by significant improvements and industry leading technologies. In its fifth generation, the MT5®+ PLATFORM has revolutionized not only the lock, but the key. Since both a key and a lock are used to implement security, Mul-T-Lock outfitted each component with groundbreaking advances. In doing so, they have innovated an unprecedented locking system—by far one of the best in its class. The MT5®+ PLATFORM is proving to be great lengths ahead of most security threats. By doing so, it’s currently a locksmith’s most exemplary shelved product, and leads the way for better locking technologies in the high-security marketplace. Let’s take a look.

The Basics

The MT5®+ PLATFORM features substantial results when it comes to preventing pick, drill and bumping attacks. The The new MT5®+ PLATFORM also houses a rear cylinder pin which is engaged by an Alpha spring. Five finger pins supply you in a great numbers game— there are millions of possible combinations a non-permissible accessor could attempt and not receive entry —making the MT5®+ PLATFORM nearly impossible to get into without permission.

The Key Features:

• Telescopic Pin Tumblers

• Locking Bar

• Alpha Spring

• Double Molding Design for ultimate durability

• Advanced Key Control

The MT5®+ PLATFORM has both a milled pattern and a telescopic pin mechanism. In combination, these features work to eliminate manipulation resistance. As far as the aesthetic and feel of the key go, it’s exceptional. The key is rather ergonomic, boasting a silky and elegant key face. Going further into security features, the MT5®+ PLATFORM comes with a magnetic strip card. Only when the card is presented to the MT5+ key duplicating machine will a key code be configured. The MT5®+ PLATFORM also supports complex master key systems allowing preferential access and exclusive keyways to your suit.

The Lock Features

• Hardened steal inserts

• Telescopic Pin Tumblers

• Finger pins with locking bar

The MT5®+ PLATFORM lock is also very, very impressive. At any one time a total of three locking mechanisms are working to ensure maximum security. Top bar pins need to associate the correct key combination as it’s inverted into the cylinder. Secondly, the telescopic pin technology—which has shown wide acclaim over previous generations—must also align itself correctly. Thirdly, the mobile Alpha Spring must engage the rear pin mechanism (for an added shearline) in order to fully engage. With all these security accoutrements combined the research and development team at Mul-T-Lock has garnered significant results. The MT5®+ PLATFORM hauls in the UL 437 listing for security standards as well. That’s the best you can get.

MT5®+ Locksmith in NYC

SOS Locksmith has been a certified Mul-T-Lock dealer in NYC since 10+ years. Located in Chelsea NYC they are the #1 provider/reseller of Mul-T-Lock in New York.

Conclusion

After three decades of experience, the MT5®+ PLATFORM has made its fifth patented high-security platform really standout. Both physical and technical security risks are greatly snubbed with this product line. The platform is also available with CLIQ electromechanical technology. This and the extremely safe C5® key cutting machine for key duplication makes the MT5®+ PLATFORM something to be reckoned with. If high-security had a smile, this would be it. With open arms we welcome the new MT5®+ PLATFORM.

The Medeco Maxum deadbolt prevents a burglar from making a sledge hammer useful on the lock of your door. Supreme mechanical cylinder features and certifications make this solid brass construction the best. Medeco Maxum deadbol t is in accordance with the UL437 standard for the safest locks on the market. It’s free turning collar and 1/4 inch diameter mounting balls resist nearly everything. The Medeco Maxum deadbolt is the lock to ensure all your security needs.

The Medeco Maxum deadbolt lock is not only very durable, but it’s constructed for dynamic security needs. The keys which operate the lock have an unseen functionality. They can only be duplicated by the owner of the lock. This ensures that the security of the lock cannot be compromised in ways that other keys and locks can. For additional security, check out the Medeco Maxum electronic deadbolt lock version.

A Higher Level of Security Maxum Deadbolt

The Medeco Maxum deadbolt is protective against drilling, wrenching, bumping and prying attacks. The electronic version supports audits to the cylinder, audits to the keys, and multiple user access groups. Above all, there is no wiring involved. Only The Medeco Maxum deadbolt electric locking system can be sound after such torment. That’s due to more than solid construction, that’s due to the genius of design.

How does your deadbolt hold up to a drilling attack? The Medeco Deadbolt uses reinforced steel pins in the cylinder and a hardened steel plate, allowing it to stand up to this type of attack. Remember the longer it takes for someone to get in the door, the more likely they are to go somewhere else.

The Medeco Maxum deadbolt lock has unparalleled durability. One can drill into it, try to kick through the door it’s installed to, take a hammer or crowbar to it, but it’s not going anywhere. With the Medeco Maxum deadbolt, safety is put to the test. As for the test, the Medeco Maxum deadbolt has created the new standard score. The Grade 1 ANSI/ BHMA A156.36 standard. It’s top of its class.

How does the Medeco Maxum Deadbolt hold up against Physical Attack. Using premium components, the Maxum offers a Certified Grade 1 Deadbolt designed for security, not just convenience. The video explain the durability if the Medeco Maxum Deadbolt:

Doors with decorative window glass are vulnerable to invasion. But not with the Medeco Maxum deadbolt lock. With a feature that allows you to lock the door from both the inside and the outside, broken glass is where the invasion is prevented. One out of 63 homes has been burglarize in the United States last year get Medeco Maxum deadbolt it secures your safety in more ways than one. Maxum Deadbolt Keep It Lock.

One of the problems with a decorative opening is having windows in or around the door. Anyone who has the ability to reach the thumbturn on the inside of the lock can gain immediate access.

While some localities may allow the use of deadbolts which use a key on the inside as well, that can be a problem. You could lock yourself in during an emergency. Medeco offers you the control over your security. With a removable thumbturn on the Maxum Deadbolt , you have the option of keeping it in the lock, or taking it out when you feel most vulnerable. Like when you’re on vacation

The Medeco Maxum deadbolt is built to the highest standard. Its quality exceeds the Grade 1 ANSI/BHMA A156.36 standard for auxiliary locks. Medeco Maxum deadbolt minimizes security risks by sheer construction. Most locks aren’t built to the UL437 standard of quality. Watch the video. The Medeco Maxum deadbolt is the real deal. This is heavy duty safety. With a deadbolt so thick and durable its entire construction is unequaled. Two million burglaries occurs in the US in 2013, get secured with high security deadbolt locks.

Home Security statistics in the United States. According to the FBI there are nearly 3 million burglaries in the USA each year. 1 in 63 homes are burglarized. That equates to money. A lot of money. 4.6 billion dollars in lost property. Only 14% of burglars are apprehended or convicted. SOS Locksmith carries the best high security locks in NYC, ranging from top lock brands like Medeco, Assa Abloy, Mul-T-Locks etc. We can reduce that number of burglaries if we reduce their attempts with higher security graded lock.

When it comes to security locks, you want to choose a locksmith company that is reputable and will do the job. Here are 20 high security locks on the market we highly recommend today

Medeco³ Rim & Mortise

Medeco’s Rim and Mortise cylinders provide patented key control and UL437 Physical Security in adaptable retrofit cylinder formats.

Medeco Logic Rim & Mortise

Medeco Logic merges the flexibility of electronics with reliable mechanical technology – all in a Rim or Mortise cylinder. Medeco Logic offers end users audit trail, user access schedules and the ability to quickly add or remove a key electronically from a system.

Medeco XT Rim & Mortise

The Medeco XT Rim & Mortise electronic cylinders are a direct replacement for mechanical Rim cylinders and is ideal for loss and liability management. The cylinder requires no wiring to the door and is powered by the Medeco XT rechargeable key (sold separately).

Medeco³ Logic Rim & Mortise

Medeco³ Logic merges the flexibility of electronics with reliable mechanical technology – all in a retrofit Rim or Mortise cylinder. Medeco³ Logic offers end users audit trail, user access schedules and the ability to quickly add or remove a key electronically from a system. Medeco³ Logic installs with no wiring in a matter of minutes and digital keys and digital cylinders reprogram for instant changes.

Aperio Mortise Cylinder

The Medeco® M100 battery operated mortise lock with Aperio Technology makes it easy and cost effective to bring access control to applications where audit trail and monitoring are becoming increasingly critical.

Maxum Deadbolt

The Medeco® Maxum deadbolt exceeds ANSI Grade 1 standard for auxiliary locks. Hardened steel inserts and rotating pins provide drill and pick resistance according to UL 437 standard. The Medeco³ design offers a utility patent that provides protection against unauthorized key duplication.

14 Series Deadbolt

The Medeco® 14 Series is a Grade 2 commercial deadbolt that provides an outstanding combination of cylinder options, performance and value. It is the ideal choice for a wide variety of commercial and heavy duty residential applications where consistent quality, ease of use and installation are required.

Medeco Logic Deadbolt

The Medeco Logic Maxum deadbolt exceeds ANSI Grade 1 standard for auxiliary locks. In addition to the physical security of the Maxum deadbolt, the Medeco Logic cylinder provides end users with an audit trail, the ability to schedule user access rights and the freedom to quickly add or remove a key from the system.

Medeco Logic Residential Deadbolt

The Medeco Logic Residential Maxum deadbolt exceeds ANSI Grade 1 standard for auxiliary locks. Solid brass, free turning collar and 1/4 inch diameter mounting bolts resist wrenching, prying and hammering attacks. 1 inch throw hardened steel bolt resists sawing and crowbar attacks. In addition to the physical security and Residential aestetics of the Maxum deadbolt, the Medeco logic cylinder provides end users with an audit trail, the ability to schedule user access rights and the freedom to quickly add or remove a key from the system.

Maxum Residential Deadbolt

The Maxum Residential deadbolt is offers commercial grade 1 Security in a Residentially pleasing format.

Medeco³ Key in Lever/Knob

Medeco³ Key-in-Knob cylinders are designed to retrofit knob type cylindrical locksets, lever type cylindrical locksets, padlocks and bored type auxiliary deadlatches and deadlocks. 20 series, Key-in-Knob cylinders are UL437 listed for drill and pick resistance, and the those that incorporate the Medeco³ design, offer utility patented key control.

Medeco XT KIK/KIL

The Medeco XT Key in Knob/Lever electronic cylinder is a direct replacement for mechanical KIK/KIL cylinders and is ideal for Loss & Liability management. The cylinder requires no wiring to the door and is powered by the Medeco XT rechargeable key (sold separately). The cylinder is designed for interior and exterior use with an operating temperature rating of -40 degrees Fahrenheit to 140 degrees Fahrenheit. Flexible authorization, auditing of use and quick retrofit to existing hardware are all in one convenient package.

Medeco³ Logic KIK/KIL

Medeco³ Logic merges the flexibility of electronics with reliable mechanical technology – all in a key in knob or key in lever retrofit cylinder. Medeco³ Logic offers end users audit trail, user access schedules and the ability to quickly add or remove a key electronically from a system. Medeco³ Logic installs with no wiring in a matter of minutes and digital keys and digital cylinders reprogram for instant changes.

Medeco Logic KIK/KIL

Medeco Logic merges the flexibility of electronics with reliable mechanical technology – all in a Key in Knob or Key in Lever cylinder. Medeco Logic offers end users audit trail, user access schedules and the ability to quickly add or remove a key electronically from a system.