Common Problems With Storage Facility Disc Locks
As the owner of a storage facility, one of the biggest concerns you will have is keeping the units secure for your customers. The primary point of securing a unit is by investing in good quality locks, and disc locks are a common choice. Disc locks are made to be more secure and harder to tamper with, and they are pretty resilient. However, there can be problems with these locks at times that may require you to call a commercial lock repair technician.
The lock has been damaged by burglars
Disc locks are preferred locks on storage units because they are a bit burglar deterrent. The rounded shape and the closed locking mechanism make it hard for anyone to use bolt cutters on the lock to open it. Even though disc locks are hard to tamper with, it will not prevent burglars and thieves from trying to do so. This can cause problems with bent and disfigured locks that won't actually open right when a key is used. The locksmith may be able to help you reshape the lock so that it can be accessed with the key, but the lock may also have to be discarded.
The lock is rusted to the point that it will not open properly
Unfortunately, rust and corrosion are pretty common problems with commercial disc locks used on storage units. Because most storage unit doors are outwardly exposed to the elements, it can cause the lock's casing to rust, which can make it practically impossible to pry open without causing damage. In some cases, a good locksmith can help you open the lock in spite of it being rusted, but if the lock is in too poor of a condition, you will likely have to replace it.
The lock has a broken key inside
People who you rent storage units too do not always insert and unlock a lock the same way that you do, and some keys are not all that resilient. Therefore, having a lock with a broken key stuck inside is a pretty common problem. Most of the time, you can use a good set of tweezers to slide out the broken key end. However, if you cannot do this without sticking the tweezers down into the lock pretty deep, it is best to leave this repair task to a locksmith. The professionals have special tools they can use to slip out key pieces and fragments without damaging the lock itself.
For more information, contact a company like Hicks Safes & Locks Inc today.
