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Are you always forgetting your house keys or tired of lugging them around in your pocket?
Maybe you just got back from the grocery store, hands full, and you forgot to take your key out of your pocket or bag. Setting down all of your purchases to dig around for a key can become clumsy and annoying.
Good news! Electronic locks and deadbolts are extremely convenient, highly secure option for your home.
These electronic locks can be battery or bluetooth operated, and typically run off a code to give you access. Worried an electronic lock will die and lock you out? Fear not! The locks will warn you when the battery is getting low, allowing you to change them before you encounter any issues. They also typically have a secondary key entry or a way to override them, in case the battery dies unexpectedly or experiences a glitch, such as from bad weather.
There are many reasons why someone would choose to make the transition from physical house locks and keys to handsfree or electronic locks:
To get a quote, schedule an appointment, or get answers to any other questions you may have regarding electronic locks, give your local Pop-A-Lock a call! We’d be happy to help.
How are electronic locks powered?
Electronic locks are powered in one of two ways, depending on the lock itself: they are either battery powered, or they operate on an electrical current.
How do I get into my home if my electronic lock battery dies?
Most electronic locks come with a ‘low battery’ indicator. However, if your lock has completely lost power, you can replace the battery yourself! In most electronic locks, the battery is housed behind the front panel, and removing this panel using a screwdriver will give you access to this part of the lock. From there, replace the battery with the proper size and voltage, and you’re good to go!
My home lost power and my electronic lock isn’t working. What do I do?
When the power goes out, the only functionality your lock will lose is being able to be controlled remotely. This means you can still use your key to lock and unlock the door, and if your lock is battery powered, the keypad would still function.
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