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Here at Boston Locksmith we pride ourself at being the best locksmith in Boston.

We bring your security to a whole new level using only the best technology and tools and hiring only the most skilled technicians. We offer a diverse range of services from installing new locks and security systems to emergency locks out help. If you have any needs regarding to locks and security, we here at Boston Locksmith have the knowledge and skills needed to fulfill your needs.

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One of the key factors that customers love about Boston locksmith is that we do what we say we are going to do. We do not practice any of the shady techniques that are so common with other locksmiths. We have a team of fully trained and certified, expert locksmiths. Our locksmiths are on stand by  twenty four hours a day and seven days a week. We know that most lock emergencies do not occur during normal business hours that is why we are available to you outside these hours. Whenever you find yourself in an emergency situation related to your locks, keys or security system, our emergency locksmith will be at your side in no time to solve whatever problem you may have. So, in any kind of security related issue, you can call us any time and we would be provide you with one of the best locksmiths in the entire world!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

When it comes to choosing a lock for your door or window, whether in your home or at your workplace, there is a variety of types that you can choose from. From padlocks to knob locks and from deadbolts to mortise locks, it can seem to be a difficult task to even select the best lock for the job. The make the task easier for you, we’ve put together a guide to the types of locks that are available, and where they are best used.

 

In fact, there are four basic types that you can choose from – padlocks, knob locks, lever locks and deadbolts –  with the remaining types generally used for special purposes. each of these types have a range of designs and specifications but it is the position and type of entry point it’s required for that generally dictates which one is best to use.

 

 

Padlocks – the most common and most recognizable, padlocks are also the most straight forward: they can be key-retaining, where the key remains in the lock when open; non-rekeyable, where the key can’t be changed; or re-keyable, where the key can be changed. Other features, such as a shrouded shackle, provides added protection against interference. Best used on any door that requires extra strong security, like a cabinet, inner or outer door, window.

 

Knob Locks - not recommended for use in outer doors but they are a very common lock option for low-priority doors within the home. The lock cylinder is inside the door knob itself, which creates a whole variety of security problems, but they are discreet and easy to install, use and replace.  Best used on low priority doors as bedroom, bathroom or living room doors.

 

Lever Locks – in practical terms, these locks are similar to knob locks in that they are simple to use and install, and are almost as simple for a burglar to negotiate. However, they are generally used in commercial sites, such as in an office, rather than in residences. They can lock and unlock by simply pressing down or lifting the handle, or lever. Best used on interior office doors.

 

Deadbolts – another commonly used lock, with a variety of three to choose from: the single-sided deadbolt; the double deadbolt; and the lockable thumbturn deadbolt. The single-sided design is the most common, with the key cylinder on the outside of a door and the thumbturn on the inside, whereas the double deadbolt  has a key cylinder on both sides. The thumbturn deadbolt marries the other two to create a hybrid. Best used on front and back doors.

 

These four types of locks are the most commonly used: in fact, look at any door and you’ll probably see one of them installed. There are many others available too, like the rim locks and mortise locks, which are used for commercial doors and glass doors, or Euro profile locks, which is widely used in Europe and other parts of the world. There is also a variety of locks designed for office and home fixtures, like filing cabinets and furniture.

 

Which lock you should choose is really down to the location of your door or window, and whether it is considered to be high-risk or low-risk. It is always important to put security first, but don’t forget to consider appropriate type of lock for the job too.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

It may seem like a little thing but locks for your different items furniture, whether in the office or in your home, is as important as the locks on your front door. Think about what you keep in your bureau desk top or behind your cabinet door. Perhaps you have important business or personal documents there, or items of value that you regularly use so have little need to place in a house safe, such as expensive pens, watches or jewelry. 

 

When it comes to furniture locks there is a variety to choose from, but they can be broken down into two distinct groups: bolt style locks and push button locks. The chief difference is in the locking mechanism, with their respective lock designs focusing on separate requirements. 

 

Bolt Style Locks  

 

This style of furniture lock is the most straightforward and popular lock for furniture. It’s found in everything from filing cabinets to desks and sliding doors to cabinets, holding drawers and doors in even the smallest items securely closed. It’s name comes from the fact that a long, flat strip of metal extends from the side of the lock to bolt the drawer or door. 

 

The size and dimension of the bolt can differ depending on the model of lock that you choose, with standard straight flat bolts, spring latch bolts and double hook bolts amongst the range available. The lock can also be sliding rail mounted or front mounted, so you are guaranteed to find the one that fits your furniture, whatever it may be. 

 

Push Button Locks 

 

This style of lock is generally found in showcases and glass doors, but is also found in filing cabinets. However, its name comes from the method of locking, with a simple push of the button securing the lock again. When the button is depressed, a pin or rod extends from the back of the mechanism to prevent opening. The lock is opened with a key, with the mechanism popping up and the rod retracting into the lock’s body to allow the door to be opened. 

 

The design of the push button lock makes it perfect for glass doors, with the minimum amount of work needed to fix the mechanism in place. However, they can also be mounted on wood and metal and can be rail mounted in showcases and small cabinets. Should you prefer the lock to only be locked with a key, that design is also available. 

 

Furniture Lock Installation 

 

When installing locks in furniture, there are screw-in, push-in and Espagnolette lock attachment styles to consider. The differences are simple with screw-in locks fastened to the item of furniture by screws, and push-in locks fastened to the furniture through a hole in the door or drawer. 

 

The Espagnolette lock is slightly different and is designed with long bolts either width-wise or length-wise on the piece of furniture’s door or drawer. It is generally screwed onto a wood or metal surface, usually on the inside, with the locking hooks reaching behind the striker plate on the inside of the door.