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Are you having a problem with your door lock? We keep door locks on the doors of our homes and businesses to keep them safe and secure. Just like with anything else sometimes door locks can have issues and give you trouble. In this blog we will go over some of the potential issues a door lock can have.
1. Door lock jammed or hard to turn- Door locks are the last thing that you would think need maintenance. Just like everything else though your door locks must be maintained so they continue to function properly. If you have a door lock that is jammed or hard to turn it could be for a number of reasons. It could be the result of someone trying to gain entry, could be the result of a loose screw from daily usage, or could be from debris build up inside the lock. Do not ignore a lock that is jammed or hard to turn it can cause further problems or damage.
2. Door knobs, handles, or locks are loose- Door knobs, handles, and locks are held together by a bunch of moving parts inside. Naturally over time and wear and tear those moving parts can become loose. If your knob, handle, or lock is loose it could be the result of a loose screw or could be because of something internal. This should be taken care of right away. It may not seem like something serious but a loose lock is very easy to force open and can make for a disastrous situation. A locksmith Jupiter should be able to diagnose the issue and fix it pretty quickly.
3. Spinning cylinder- If you put your key inside your lock and the lock cylinder just spins instead of locking or unlocking your door it is usually due to a loose or damaged screw inside the lock. Sometimes you can get the lock to work if you keeping spinning the lock. This however should be taken care of right away. It could stop working altogether at anytime and cause you to be locked out of your home or business or prevent you from being able to lock your door. In most cases a locksmith Jupiter is able to repair your lock in this situation but the lock may need to be changed depending on the damage caused.
Don’t wait until it’s too late to call a locksmith Jupiter if your lock isn’t working properly. If you are having a problem with one of your door locks call A Lenny Locksmith. Our knowledgeable and professional technicians are available 24 hours a day 7 days a week and they will be happy to assist you with any locksmith service that you may need.