A customer in Greenford, UB6 wanted to improve the security of her flat’s entrance door. The door had just one lock: a basic traditional night latch. We fitted an additional deadlock to provide a second locking point, with a thumb-turn on the inside so the new lock could be released without a key.
Adding extra security to the existing door
A traditional night latch is convenient for everyday use, but this customer wanted an additional level of security. The new deadlock works alongside the existing night latch, giving the door a separate locking point without replacing the whole door.
We supplied and fitted the additional lock with an external key cylinder and an internal thumb-turn, providing straightforward operation from both sides.
Why we fitted a thumb-turn for this flat
Security and escape both matter when choosing locks for a flat entrance door. For this job, we selected a thumb-turn arrangement so the additional deadlock would not require a key to be opened from inside.
From outside, the deadlock is operated with a key. From inside, it is operated using the thumb-turn. This means the occupant can release the additional lock without searching for a key if they need to leave quickly.
The right locking arrangement depends on the door and the building’s fire-safety requirements. A thumb-turn provides key-free release of this lock; the complete door and its other hardware must also be suitable for the property’s escape arrangements.
A practical upgrade for a Greenford home
The customer now has an additional deadlock alongside her existing night latch, improving the locking arrangement while keeping the new lock easy to operate internally. Choosing suitable hardware is just as important as adding another lock.
Need an additional lock fitted in Greenford, UB6?
Fix My Locks 24/7 Locksmiths Ltd provides lock changes and security upgrades in Greenford and the surrounding West London areas. We can assess your existing door and advise on suitable additional locks, including thumb-turn options where key-free internal operation is needed.
Call or WhatsApp Fix My Locks to discuss a door security upgrade or arrange a visit.