A GUIDE TO REPLACING YOUR GARAGE DOOR LOCK

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A GUIDE TO REPLACING YOUR GARAGE DOOR LOCK
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• Garages that are used frequently, or which are
  exposed to the elements for a prolonged period of
  time, may need to have their door locks replaced.
  The same applies if youve recently given garage
  access to someone whom you no longer want to be
  able to access it. If your garage door lock is
  damaged, faulty, rusted out, or you simply want
  to change the lock, you should have it replaced
  sooner, rather than later.
• How easy is it to change the lock on a garage
  door?
• In many cases, it can be a relatively simple job,
  but you might need some guidance from a locksmith
  if you want to change the type of lock youre
  using, or arent sure which type of lock would
  work best for your garage.

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• Often, the set screws are located on the interior
  side of the garage door, and if you can access
  these, you can replace the lock. However, this
  does require entry into the structure before it
  can take place, and again, you might prefer the
  expert guidance of your local, licensed
  locksmith.
• How much should you spend?
• Its entirely up to you what type of lock you
  purchase, and you can spend as little as 35
  should you so choose. However, keep in mind that
  garage door security is paramount, especially if
  burglars can access your home from inside it, so
  its always worth paying for a high security lock
  and having it professionally installed.

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• Does your automatic garage door require a lock?
• Well, an extra layer of security is always
  beneficial, especially for when youre away from
  home or on vacation.
• How secure are standard garage door locks?
• The average garage door lock offers a low to
  medium level of protection, and so its always
  worth upgrading to a more secure type of lock to
  protect your garage and its contents, and in many
  cases, your home, too. A quick chat with your
  local locksmith will help you decide which lock
  to choose.

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• Below are the most commonly used garage door
  locks, along with guidance for changing them
• T-Handle locks
• T-shaped garage door locks have a keyed cylinder
  in the center, on the outside of the door, and
  there is usually a second T-handle or lever on
  the inside, with tensioned cables that are
  attached to latches on either side of the door.

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• To replace this type of lock, youll need to have
  access to the inside of your garage, ideally the
  help of a second person (or a qualified
  locksmith), and be able to reuse the hardware to
  prevent the need for having to widen or drill
  more set holes.
• Rim locks
• With a lock cylinder visible from the outside and
  the body of the lock on the inside, a rim lock
  has its set screws on the thumbturn and hardware
  on the interior of the garage. To replace this
  type of lock, the set screws are essential.

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• To replace this type of lock, youll need to do
  so from the inside of the garage, and replacing
  the cylinder prevents the need for drilling new
  holes. If doing so, though, take note of the
  diameter of the cylinder and dimensions of the
  tailpiece for partial replacement.
• A garage door without a lock is like an open
  invitation for burglars, and if yours is without
  one, or you need to get it replaced for any
  reason, reach out to your local, licensed
  locksmith before its too late.

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• Golden Locks Inc is a local locksmith company
  with years of experience and trained staff
  skilled in locksmith services for both
  residential and commercial clients and for garage
  door repair in Anaheim. We also specialize in
  automotive lock repair services for cars, bikes
  and trucks and installation, servicing and repair
  of high quality security systems, access control
  systems and CCTV systems. If you are looking for
  a locksmith or safes or garage door service in
  Huntington Beach or Orange County, visit our
  website or call us at [phone].