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Why People Choose Yale Door Locks - Insights From Professional Locksmiths

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There are many reasons to choose Yale door locks . For example, the brand has been trusted for over a century by builders and homeowners alike. Their products have been used in some of the world`s most prestigious buildings. But beyond these compelling reasons, Yale door locks are known for their long life span and reliable performance. Yale door locks were designed by some of the nation's most renowned inventors who sought to develop a lock that could withstand harsh weather conditions while providing security for even high-profile establishments like banks and embassies. Their thorough research allowed them to create doors with virtually unbreakable locks that require professional tools to break through during an emergency situation without compromising any safety features on the lock itself.   In order to pass these rigorous tests, Yale door closer have been subjected to various tests that have brought them across the nation and around the world. In addition, professional loc...

How to choose the best door hardware for your home

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When it comes to home security, you need to think about all the doors of your house. If they are not up to the mark, you will need to replace your front door, back door, and any sliding doors throughout the house. But chances are you’ll be good just with the right kind of door hardware. Here are some do’s and don’ts when picking out new door hardware for your home: Choosing the right door hardware Don’t buy cheap door hardware because it only costs a few dollars, hoping that it will work out later. You're better off with an inexpensive door hardware set made of metal or plastic that won't be so flimsy and will last longer. If you still want to save money, buy stainless steel or brushed nickel door handles. Do- Buy high-quality brass locksets with long-lasting finishes Don't- Buy a lockset with an easily accessible keyway. That way you can change the key easily if it is stolen or your key is copied. Buy a lock that also has an override key so...

Is it code compliant to have a deadbolt installed as a separate lock, at the door of Assisted Living Facility Dwelling Units?

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In a means of egress, most doors are required to unlatch with one Single Operation for egress. However, for many residential occupancies, there is an exception to this requirement, in the International Building Code (IBC) & NFPA 101 – The Life Safety Code for dwelling units and sleeping units (AKA guest rooms and individual living units) of Residential occupancies. But to most assisted living facilities this exception does not apply.   Thus, in an assisted living facility, such installation of a separate deadbolt with a lockset or latch set on a dwelling entry door unit would be classified as Non-code-compliant. Assisted living apartments may seem the same as residential occupancy. The IBC classifies some assisted living facilities as Use Group I-1 and NFPA 101 classifies them as Residential Board and Care occupancies. Whilst in the NFPA 101 occupancy type, the word “residential” is included for an entry door for an assisted living apartment, it is however not o...