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Residential mortise lock replacement in Solon OH
Residential mortise lock replacement in Solon OH
A customer in Solon, OH called us for a lock job that we see pretty often in this area and we thought it’s a good idea to share it with you.
The homeowner had an old mortise lock on their front door that was giving them troble. Those beautiful older homes around Solon or nearby Chagrin Falls have big heavy door with the old-style crystal knob and a mortise lock body sitting inside the edge of the door. These things were built to last, but after decades of use they start to fail down and eventually stop working all together.
You could see in the before photos that this one was in though shape. The old mortise mechanism was worn out, the brass hardware was pale, and the crystal door knob had that antique look but wasn’t doing much for security anymore. The door edge was beat up too from years of use which is normal. The homeowner wanted something that would work smooth and keep the family safe.
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So that’s exactly what we did. We removed the entire old mortise lock mechanism from inside the door and we installed a brand new grip handle set with a matching deadbolt. We went with a polished brass finish that really pops against the white painted door. Brands like Kwikset, Schlage, and Baldwin all make beautiful grip handle sets like this. The new setup has a thumb latch grip on the outside, a clean knob on the inside, and a solid deadbolt up top for added security.
And as you can see in the after pictures, it came out great. The new hardware fits the door perfectly and the homeowner was real happy with how it looks. It’s a nice upgrade that gives you modern security while still keeping that classic curb appeal that Solon homes are known for.
We’re a proud member of the Cuyahoga East Chamber of Commerce and we serve the entire Cuyahoga and Summit counties and beyond with all locksmith services. Advanced Lock and Key is bonded and insured with a local shop at 3439 W Brainard Rd #105, Woodmere, OH 44122. We also offer mobile services so whether you’re in Solon or anywhere else in the area, we can come right to you. Call now for a free quote!
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