In this blog entry, the residential and commercial security experts here at Chicago Locksmiths will detail the basics behind high security door locks, and how Chicago high security door lock service can benefit you.
What exactly are high security door locks?
In a nutshell, high security locks are locks with high-quality construction that provide heightened resistance against lockpicking or other forms of physical break-in methods. While many locks are advertised as “high security”, the only way to know if a lock is a high security lock is by checking its graded security rating. The most common rating for high security locks in America is UL437. This rating considers a number of considerations including:
- What metals the lock and the lock components are made of. Heavy metals are ideal. Plastic parts compromise security.
- How complex the internal mechanism of your lock cylinder is
- Whether the lock provides resistance to drilling or other tools
- How strong the deadbolt is against forced attacks
The best types of high security locks are created by brands like Schlage, ASSA Abloy, Yale, Mul-T-Lock, Corbin-Russwin, and much more. Contact Chicago Locksmiths today for the highest quality lock installation services available in the entirety of the State of Chicago.
