Sliding doors can be extremely useful as an entrance to a business or as a gateway to the garden; using one fixed panel and one panel that opens, they can be efficient and helpful. The majority of the door is normally made up of steel and aluminium to keep the door secure yet accessible and freely moving. However, despite their many benefits, there's some common problems that arise with this sort of door.
In fact, sliding doors are somewhat prone to jamming and this is a problem that seems easily fixable; people tend to apply force to the levers but this will just end in more damage and potentially, a high cost. The best option here is to call a professional locksmith, such as Affordable Key Replacement, as they will have the correct tools and will know exactly how to fix the problem without causing any further damage.
Damage to the lock itself is actually one of the most common entry points for burglars so it is important that any damages get fixed as soon as possible. For example, the alignment of the lock can sometimes go array and this will help potential burglars to get into your house or business without any real effort. Furthermore, items can sometimes get stuck in the runner which prevents a clean opening/closing and can also hinder the lock. In this situation, an easy repair can be found in the shape of weather stripping.
New locks or replacement locks should always be installed by a trained locksmith as they will be sufficiently trained and will take care in accurately measuring the surroundings. The most common form of lock used on sliding doors is a ‘cam’ lock as they can be repaired much easier than most other options. Often, a process of rekeying is required as opposed to a complete change in the lock system which will help you to save money in the long run.
As mentioned, if a problem does arise with your sliding door, the worst possible approach to take is to force or push the way out as this can cause tremendous damage to the door, the rollers, the lock, and even the main frame. The best option would always be to call a professional who has experience in every single door and every single lock meaning that they can take the right steps to fix it. They will have the correct tools, safety gear, and know-how to get your door operational again without damaging it beyond repair and potentially increasing the need for a whole new door.
At Affordable Key Replacement, we know exactly how frustrating problems with sliding doors can be which is why we aim to get you back up and running as soon as possible!
Changing the lock is a radical solution requiered in the case when the lock is damage with no way to repair.
☞Lock rekey is the process in witch replacing the pin tumblers inside the lock cylinder to sync in with a new key.
☞Sliding doors are being used in many commercial establishments, such as banks, schools and hospital as well as in private homes.
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