When talking about home maintenance, your locks may not always come to mind; which in some way is ironic considering the fact that your doors are your first line of defense against burglars and any form of unsolicited entry to your property. When living in an upbeat neighborhood like my neighborhood of Queens for example, maintaining secure doors & locks may not always be your top priority considering the levels of costs and expenses in New York. So why fret about maintaining a doorknob? While it may appear to be a simple matter to most homeowners, door lock issues are actually important concerns people need to be vigilant about. It is only fitting that homeowners learn to make sure their doors work efficiently in order to guarantee the protection of their homes. Hence, here are a few tips on how to accomplish this:
1. Use lock lubricants to ensure the door lock mechanism latches properly into place - Some of the most common causes of door lock problems are old age and rusting. Your front door's doorknob is exposed to different weather changes thus making it prone to rusting. Also, a door lock's mechanism may naturally become faulty as the parts get worn due to old age. At one point, you may have natural wear and tear, and you will need to replace it by that time. But to extend its life span and just to make sure it does not malfunction earlier than it should, use lock lubricants to eliminate excessive frictions in the lock mechanism, and to avoid stuck keys. Lubricants do not only oil your door locks but also cleans them up. Using lock lubricants, even in long intervals will keep you from having to call any locksmith service for years.
2. Remove dirt and grime as the oil flows out - The lubricant will naturally take up all the dirt and debris stuck inside your door lock. These particles will them flow out with the oil as it drifts out of the knob. Use a rag or paper towel to clean these particles up. The accumulation of dirt inside the door knob could also affect your door lock performance, so make sure you clean your locks regularly.
3. Clean latch bolt locks too - Latch bolt is a common security feature people install in their front doors. A latch bolt is a piece of metal that protrudes out of the door that keeps it locked when you turn the key. Unlike a regular doorknob, which has a button you can press to lock the door from the inside, some latch bolts can only be locked and unlocked through a key. To clean a latch bolt: open the door, insert the key and turn it so the latch bolt shows up. Clean the latch and lock bolt with a lubricant solution to remove dirt and grime. Much like a regular doorknob, your latch bolt is also exposed to extreme weather changes that could make it susceptible to rusting. Regular cleaning with lubricants will help keep your door locks in good condition for a long time.
Security is a serious consideration among all homeowners. Whether or not you are living alone or with your family, it will be natural for you to want to protect yourself and your property as much as you can. Door locks are your first line of defense against any intruders that could harm you at home. Hence, do not just depend on any locksmith services, rather make sure your locks are in a good working condition by following maintenance tips such as these.
1. Use lock lubricants to ensure the door lock mechanism latches properly into place - Some of the most common causes of door lock problems are old age and rusting. Your front door's doorknob is exposed to different weather changes thus making it prone to rusting. Also, a door lock's mechanism may naturally become faulty as the parts get worn due to old age. At one point, you may have natural wear and tear, and you will need to replace it by that time. But to extend its life span and just to make sure it does not malfunction earlier than it should, use lock lubricants to eliminate excessive frictions in the lock mechanism, and to avoid stuck keys. Lubricants do not only oil your door locks but also cleans them up. Using lock lubricants, even in long intervals will keep you from having to call any locksmith service for years.
2. Remove dirt and grime as the oil flows out - The lubricant will naturally take up all the dirt and debris stuck inside your door lock. These particles will them flow out with the oil as it drifts out of the knob. Use a rag or paper towel to clean these particles up. The accumulation of dirt inside the door knob could also affect your door lock performance, so make sure you clean your locks regularly.
3. Clean latch bolt locks too - Latch bolt is a common security feature people install in their front doors. A latch bolt is a piece of metal that protrudes out of the door that keeps it locked when you turn the key. Unlike a regular doorknob, which has a button you can press to lock the door from the inside, some latch bolts can only be locked and unlocked through a key. To clean a latch bolt: open the door, insert the key and turn it so the latch bolt shows up. Clean the latch and lock bolt with a lubricant solution to remove dirt and grime. Much like a regular doorknob, your latch bolt is also exposed to extreme weather changes that could make it susceptible to rusting. Regular cleaning with lubricants will help keep your door locks in good condition for a long time.
Security is a serious consideration among all homeowners. Whether or not you are living alone or with your family, it will be natural for you to want to protect yourself and your property as much as you can. Door locks are your first line of defense against any intruders that could harm you at home. Hence, do not just depend on any locksmith services, rather make sure your locks are in a good working condition by following maintenance tips such as these.
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