Keeping your door locks in good condition is important to ensure that your home remains safe and with regular inspection you can detect all kinds of problems in time and fix them before they become bigger problems and keep your locks proper functioning condition for many years to come.
Here are 3 simple ways to maintain your locks in good condition:
Clear Out The Dust
Dust and dirt can built up inside the lock and can cause the pins to jam and prevent the locks from working properly.
To clear out any dust and dirt it is recommended to apply high pressured compressed air through the keyhole just make sure not to hold it too close as it may blow moisture into the lock.
You can also use a dry toothbrush to gently brush away any dirt from the outside of the lock without pushing them in.
Lubricate The Lock
Using a graphite or silicone based spray can ensure that all of the moving parts within your lock continue working smoothly.
Make sure not to over saturate as you only need a very small amount and applying it directly onto the key rather than spraying directly into the lock keyhole will do the job. Avoid using petroleum based lubricants as they tend to attract dirt.
Work It And Wipe It
Once you’ve applied the lubricant, insert the key into the lock several times and turn it back and forth in order to evenly spread out the oil throughout its mechanism. Once done carefully wipe with a cloth the entire lock.
