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Should You Upgrade the Locks on Your Entry Door?

How often do you need to replace or upgrade the locks on your entry doors? Read on as door and roof maintenance expert V. Nanfito Roofing & Siding shares some guidance.

Should You Upgrade the Locks on Your Entry Door

Upgrading your entry door locks might sound like an easy DIY project, but getting a professional to help you will always be better. Your locks obviously play a vital role in your home’s security, so you certainly want to ensure that they are installed properly. Here are a few reminders to keep in mind about changing your entry door locks.

Replace or Rekey

Replacing and rekeying are the only two methods to upgrade your entry door security. They both mean that your old keys will no longer work for the door, but they involve different procedures.

  • Replacing Locks – Replacing a door lock is pretty straightforward. A home improvement professional will remove the old locks and knobs and install brand-new ones with new keys and features. This is the more expensive option because it involves buying a new lock in addition to the installation labor.
  • Rekeying Locks – This is more commonly done in apartment complexes but it can also be done in single-family homes. Rekeying involves realigning the pins inside the lock so that it will need a brand-new key to open. This is usually a cheaper option because it only involves getting a new key to match the modified locks.

When You Need New Locks

Contact your general contractor for a lock replacement or rekeying if you have lost or damaged your old keys. You’ll also want to get new locks if your old ones have become faulty or inoperable. Alternatively, some homeowners might also want to simplify their front door locks so that they only need one key to get inside their house, as opposed to having several locks and several keys.

At V. Nanfito Roofing & Siding, Inc., we can help you enhance the security of your entry door and improve the safety of your home. Call us at (203) 639-1634 or fill out our contact form to schedule a consultation and request a free estimate today.

Vincent Nanfito

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