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Common Door Lock Issues Homeowners Need to Know

Security is a top priority for homeowners everywhere. Whether you

live in a single family home in the suburbs, a condo on the beach or an

apartment complex in the city, you should feel safe in your home. Many

times, we don't even think twice about our locks until something goes wrong

with them. There are a number of different issues that homeowners

encounter with the locks in their home.

1.) If your deadbolt isn't locking properly, this is usually a sign that you have a problem with your latch. The latch is the flat metal plate on

the door frame that the deadbolt slides into. Many times, this issue is caused by a warped door or the screws have come loose and the

latch isn't properly lined up. The first thing you should do is try to tighten up the screws and see if that solves the problem. If that

isn't working, you can call your local locksmith and they can tell you if there is actually a problem with the locking mechanism.

2.) Another common issue among homeowners is that their key isn't working. This is especially common if you are using a new key. It

may just have rough edges that need to be shaved off. If you put your key in and it turns but does not unlock the door, chances are

that the lock needs to be taken apart and repaired. This is a job that your local locksmith can handle for you.

3.) If you live in an area that gets extremely cold, you may have

experienced frozen locks. This is an issue that your locksmith can fix quickly for you. If this is a common occurrence for you and you

want to try to fix it yourself, you need to make sure you know what you are doing so you don't damage your locks.

4.) If your key has broken off into your lock and you can't get it out on

your own, chances are you need to call your locksmith. They know

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the best techniques to remove broken keys from your locks without

damaging your locks.

5.) If you experience difficulty inserting your key into the lock, you may need to spray some WD-40 into the lock where you insert your

key. Wait a few minutes and try again. If it is still difficult, you may need to call your locksmith to fix this issue for you.

Door locks are just another one of those mechanisms that can stop working

at the most inconvenient times. Luckily, some of the issues are easily fixed. Others may require the expertise of your local licensed locksmith. Either

way, your locks play an important role in the protection on your family. Making sure they are always working properly is something that can't be

overlooked.

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