Damaged Door Handle & Lock

My door has damage, I cannot lock it and I cannot afford to purchase a new one. What can I do?

If your door handle and lock area of the door is damaged and you cannot afford to purchase a new door, you might want to call an expert at repairing door locks, like Freedom Lock. Just because your door has damage does not always mean you need to incur the expense of buying a new door. Freedom Lock has the hardware and expertise to repair the door using new door reinforcers, door handles, knobs, levers, latch mechanisms, strike plates, boxes, and such hardware to save you money.

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207-775-7690

Common Questions About Rekeying

When you think of changing the locks in your home most people think of actually changing all the locks. There is an alternative that not everyone is aware of, and that is rekeying your existing locks to save you money.


Should you replace or rekey your locks? 
Rekeying a lock means the locksmith will remove the pins and springs in the lock cylinder and replace them with new pins and springs that work with a new different key.

Why would you rekey your property? 
If you rent out a home or apartment building and tenants leave the property you could rekey the apartment or house so they cannot reenter and new tenants feel safe. If someone in your family or a friend has a key to your property and you no longer want them to have access you could have the doors rekeyed. If you have more than one door in your home and they all take a different key you might want to rekey so all your doors open with the same key. If you have an office and an employee leaves you may want to rekey the door.

How much does rekeying cost? 
Due to the low price of the key pins in the locks, rekeying is almost always much cheaper than having new locks installed.

Go Keyless

An electronic keyless entry system is an electronic keypad along with a deadbolt, doorknob, or lever like the one seen in the image below. Access is gained to a residential or commercial property by entering a code that usually consists of a series of numbers. If you would like multiple people to have access to a property, such as a business, you can give each of them the code without having to worry about having several keys made up. If you would no longer like someone to have access to said property, you can simply change the combination code on the keypad. This can be much easier than having the locks changed altogether. With an electronic keyless entry system, you won't have to worry about remembering your key or trying to force your door open when you get locked out. It's as easy as 1,2,3,4...though we do not recommend this combination as your code. For more information about having an electronic keyless entry system installed at your home or business, contact your trusted, local locksmith company. 

Common Lock Comparison

There are many different types of locks that you can purchase for your front door. The most common types of locks are knob locks, deadbolts, padlocks, and levers. Here is a brief breakdown of each of these locks.

Knob Locks - Knob locks are typically the primary lock on residential properties. 

Deadbolts - There are three different types of  deadbolts which are single, double, lockable thumbturn. 

Padlocks - A padlock is not a permanently attached lock. 

Levers - Lever doors are most commonly used at commercial property for interior doors. 

Secure Your Door

Did you know that most home invasions occur when an intruder gains access through the front door? We have put together some suggestions to protect your home and your family.

• Lock your door.
• The number of locks or quality of locks will not do you any good if you are not using them. I am always surprised to hear that people still leave their doors unlocked. Home invasions happen even while people are home so lock your doors then as well. 
• Have a deadbolt installed.
• Deadbolts provide an extra level of security because they must be accessed with a key in order to be unlocked, unlike a standard lock which can be opened with objects such as credit cards.
• Have a chain lock installed.
• Chain locks provide an extra level of security for when you are home. Be aware that if you have windows on or beside your door, an intruder could gain access to your chain lock through that. 
• Have a  a peephole installed. 
• Peepholes allow you to see who is at your door without having to open the door. Be aware that their are "reverse peep hole devices" Consider covering your peep hole when not in use. 
• Don't forget about other doors and windows.
• We recommend locking any sliding doors and placing an item on the track to block it. Also, basement windows tend to be easy access for burglars. We suggest a basement window bar. 
• Think twice before opening the door to strangers.
• Many home invasions occur when someone knocks on a door pretending to be someone else only to force their way in once the door is opened.
• Don't forget about your business.
• Take the same precautions for your business as you would with your home.
• Hire a professional locksmith.
• A professional can inspect your doors, windows, and hardware. They will know what issues to look for and how to properly resolve them. They can tighten loose hardware, repair, or replace them. They can also keep your current on the latest technology in security and provide you with tips on keeping your property and your family safe. To schedule an appointment, please call (207)775-7690. 

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