Flip Guard was intelligently designed to fit over your existing deadbolt and lock to rotation of your turn-knob. The locked rotation of the turn-knob protects you against bump keys. Take control of your home by preventing unwanted guest from coming in to your home, even if they have the right key.
Can you flip a deadbolt lock?
Any key-in-knob or deadbolt lock can be easily reversed if it has been installed improperly or you need to change the direction of the keyhole for any reason.
What is the most secure deadbolt lock?
Best High Security Deadbolt Locks
- Medeco Maxum. This Medeco high security deadbolt is the highest rated residential deadbolt.
- Mul-T-Lock MT5+ Hercular. Mul-T-Lock’s newest deadbolt includes their multi-patented MT5+ mechanical key platform.
- Abloy Protec2.
- Mul-T-Lock Cronus.
- Schlage B660P.
- Kwikset 980.
Which way should a deadbolt lock turn?
Deadbolts. Deadbolts will always open in the direction away from the bolt, or that is towards the hinges of the door. So with deadbolts just remember tension towards the hinges and away from where the bolt jams into the door frame.
What is the best lock for a front door?
A five-lever mortice lock with a BS 3621 standard is considered one of the best locks for a front door.
What is a Grade 1 deadbolt?
The American National Standards Institute, or ANSI, created deadbolt grades. Grade 1 is the highest quality, and the most dependable deadbolt you can have. Grade 3 is your average deadbolt which will provide an accepted, but minimal, level of security.
What locks Cannot be bumped?
ANSI Grade 1 locks cannot be bumped. Schlage bump proof locks are locks that can’t be bumped. They also provide security against a burglar wielding a sledgehammer.
Can I use flip guard if I have a deadbolt?
Renters can use Flip Guard too because Flip Guard fits over the inside of your current deadbolt. Easily take Flip guard with you when you move. Flip Guard offers a tremendous amount of added security that can be activated in just the matter of seconds with just the flip of a latch.
How does the flip guard work?
These two words combined sum up the effectiveness of the Flip Guard, a cost effective way to add viable security to your home. One flip of the latch and the deadbolt is locked into place, ensuring you and your family are safe from turn-key entry, lock bumping, and lock picking.
Why choose flip guard for bump keys?
Protect yourself against bump-key attacks with Flip Guard. Bump keys are dangerous in that they open nearly 90% off all deadbolts in america, the Flip Guard was designed to prevent bump keys from working while your home, giving you peace of mind. Flip Guard installs in just seconds requiring nothing more than a screw driver for rapid installation.
What kind of DEADBOLT latch should I get?
The deadbolt latch needs to be the kind that pivots in the center. There is a different type when it pivots from one end in a sweeping motion. Every deadbolt lock should come with something like this. Even with a key no one can get in. It eliminates the use of a bump key attack on the lock.
