What Kinds of Door Locks Cannot Be Picked?
Unfortunately, there really is no lock that cannot be picked. One of the best locks is a Grade 1 deadbolt. However, it must be installed properly for it to protect a home from intruders. It should be installed with a strike plate that has a reinforced metal plate and 3-inch-long screws. This type of lock combined with a good alarm system should deter most intruders. Does this Spark an idea?
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Types
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Latch-bolt and deadbolt locks are the two main types of locks used on external doors of houses. Sometimes both may be put together in one lock.
Features
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A latch bolt has a spring that retracts when the door knob or lever handle is turned. A deadbolt is operated manually and goes farther into the strike plate than a latch bolt.
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Recommendation
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The American National Standards Institute recommends a Grade 1 deadbolt for all external doors and doors going to garages.
Warning
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Be cautious because not all Grade 1 locks are the same. They are not all tested the same way.
Additional Measures
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Other means of home security include alarms and proper installation and actually using any security device that is installed.
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