Why do UK insurers ask if you have a 5 lever mortice lock on your door? Is this the best kind of lock?
Standard 5 level mortice lock offers medium level of protection. Most insurance carriers require locks that conform to the current British Standard (BS3621:2007). These offer better protection as BS3621:2007 requires a bolt throw of 20 mm rather than the 14 mm of the prior British Standard. Also, most BS3621 locks have anti pick devices built in to reduce the chance of lock picking.
What's the difference between a 3 lever mortice lock and a 5 lever mortice?
The obvious answer is two levers. The difference is in security. The 5 lever lock is more secure than the three. Three lever would be ok on an inside door, but would not be recommended for an exterior door.
Mortice or sash lock?
A sash lock can be confused with a mortice lock depends on the supplier and if there's glass in the door or window. Depends on what they call it. A solid door would have a 'mortice lock' but a door with glass in would have a 'sash lock' both exactly the same. If you went to the shop and asked for a 5 lever sash lock whether or not just a key or with handles they would still give you a 5 lever mortice lock. On the other hand, sometimes a 'sash lock' refers to something fitted to the face of the door or window like a 'yale lock night latch' or 'era security window locks' there are hundreds of different choices. Usually 'sashes' refers to windows It would depend on where you want the lock fitted and what security you need.
How can I can tell if the lock on my front door is a mortice deadlock?
hey! that is definitely mortice lock as it sits inside the door. you can read more about mortice lock here > What is a Mortice Lock? |
How do I retrieve a sliding door lock that fell down inside the frame?
This probem happens even to expert locksmiths! Well...sometimes. To remove the trapped hardware inside the door frame, it would be less time consuming if you and another assistant remove the sliding glass door from its railing (track) and try to shake out the lock at the end of the door frame ( towards the floor side), the door frame may be hollow aluminum. If this is not an option, then simply fish the lock out through the same installation hole it slipped through, use a common coat hanger and have it streched out maybe even attach a refrigirator decor magnet at its end to help pull out the lock. Once you've get the lock out, the basic installation of the lock itself should be simple enough. For further assistance, you can check out a door lock installation video at www.peerlessdoorlocks.com Good luck!
Do you know how you can prevent a keyhole lock from being locked with keys (either from inside the house or outside)?
Do you know how you can prevent a keyhole lock from being locked with keys (either from inside the house or outside)?I am not sure of the O.P.’s device. In some areas of the U.S., the lever mortise lock, as it is known to locksmiths, is referred to as a keyhole lock by the customer. This is because of the shape of the hole that extends into the door from both sides. Sometimes referred to as a skeleton key lock.As many of these have been around for a long time and the availability of keys, and or duplication of the keys is difficult in many areas, customers are often wanting to keep these from being used accidentally. Current egress laws, require them to be disabled in many areas.To preserve the appearance on the door, the best way is to remove the handle, and then slide out the mortise lock. Duct tape a piece of tin over each of the keyholes, and reinstall the mortise set. Carefully remove the face plates, then stuff the openings with insulating foam. Reinstall the face plates and knobs. This renders the mortise deadbolt inoperative, and reduces the draft into the occupied area.Another way is to replace the face plates with ones that allow only for the knobs, and do not have holes for the key to pass into.A popular way that does not always get the best result is to remove the mortise lock as above, open carefully the cover (The springs like to fly out), and simply remove the deadbolt and its levers and springs. Replace the cover, making sure the spring latch is still operational. Then reinstall the modified mortise set.Building codes vary significantly. If not sure of them in your area, ask a locksmith, or the building department.
What does an E*S symbol on a door lock mean? Is it a 5 lever lock?
Eurospec architectural locks. Check the link. Al
Why don't British doors have door knobs?
I'm assuming you're talking about front doors rather than internal ones? Many British doors do indeed have door knobs or handles. Modern ones that have mortice locks also have handles.It is the usually the modern plastic ones with fancy security locks that just have a small bit of curved metal above the lock so you can grip it to pull the door closed. Don't imagine that you can judge the whole of British life by what you see on the telly I think you would find that there are more doors here with handles than without. Knobs are less common than handles and are normally only found on older houses.
What kind of door locks can be used on commercial store front locks?
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Can a locksmith make a key from a door lock?
An actual locksmith can make a key to a standard lock. Some locks are higher security and not every locksmith may be equipped to work on these more complex models. To ensure that you are calling the right locksmith out, take a look at the lock and find out what the name of the company is, who made your particular lock. The name should be on the lock cylinder or on the latch (side of the door). When you call tell the person on the phone the manufacturer’s name and be sure they can indeed make your key, that way there should be no problems later.There are currently many companies operating in the locksmith trade who are not actual locksmiths. I call these people scammers— they will advertise a price that is significantly lower than a real locksmith and they will have little to no knowledge or parts. They like to answer their telephone with ‘Call Center’ — if you hear this when you call, simply hang up the phone and call a real locksmith. These locksmith scammers will sometimes repeatedly call you back. attempting to bully you into using their service. If you allow a lock scammer to work for you, don’t be surprised when the low prices you were quoted on the telephone are doubled, tripled or even raised higher, by the time your job is finished. Last time I saw a lock scammer install a deadbolt lock, the charge wound up being $1,300— In the same place, my fee would have been $175. I am continually shocked when I hear a client complain to me about these type events & I always wonder, why even pay someone who overcharges so much?