Deadbolt Installation in Monroe County, MI

Deadbolt installation means fitting a door with a lock whose bolt extends solidly into the door frame and can't be pushed back without turning the key or thumb turn. Unlike the spring latch in a regular knob, a deadbolt resists forced entry much better. Installation may involve drilling a new door, replacing an old deadbolt or upgrading to a sturdier model. CS Lock and Key installs deadbolts using quality hardware from brands such as Schlage and Kwikset. Part of the job is making sure the bolt lines up with the strike and throws fully, and we can key it to match your other locks.

A door with only a knob lock is one of the easiest ways into a home. A properly installed deadbolt adds a strong layer of protection on entry doors, side doors and doors from the garage into the house. Old or worn deadbolts can also stop throwing fully, leaving the door less secure than it looks. A poorly installed deadbolt that rubs or binds tends to get left unlocked, which defeats the purpose. Professional installation helps your deadbolt do its job every time you turn the key. It also gives you more peace of mind whenever you're away from home.

Before we install a deadbolt, it helps to know which doors you'd like covered and whether they already have a deadbolt hole or need to be drilled. Measure the door thickness if you can, or let us check it on site, since thick or older doors may need a specific model. If you've already bought a deadbolt, let us know the brand so we can confirm it suits the door. Tell us if you'd like it keyed to match your other locks so one key works for everything. We'll install it and adjust the strike so the bolt throws cleanly into the frame.