Mansfield Locksmith: How Weather Changes Affect Door Locks

We all know how important locks are. They protect our valuables and they keep us and our family safe. Locks are what stand between us and burglars and thieves. The problem is that most people only pay attention to the state of their locks when there is a problem. Most people replace locks when they malfunction or when they are no longer working as they should. But did you know that weather can have adverse effects on locks as well? In some cases, even new locks may have problems when it’s too hot or too cold outside. And the reality is that a lock that suddenly malfunctions can cause a lot of problems.

Weather Changes Cause All Sorts of Problems

Weather can affect locks and cause a lot of problems. There have been many cases where locks have stopped working when temperatures dropped below zero. Also, some locks stopped working when the weather was too hot. And it’s not just the locks on your front door that are malfunctioning. The locks on your vehicle may suddenly stop working as well. The humidity, moisture and temperature of the outside air all play a role. When the conditions are right, your locks will start to malfunction. And this can cause a lot of problems:

• You will suddenly experience a lockout. You will not be able to get into your vehicle or into your home.
• The locks may be less secure and may open immediately when someone attempt to use the bumping technique on them.
• The door lock may simply break when you turn the key in it. Your key will become stuck and the door will remain shut. 
• You will sometimes be unable to lock the door behind you. In other words, you will struggle with the lock every morning, usually arriving late to work.