Disc
Locks - Why are they important?
You have decided to rent a storage unit to store your personal
items. Great! We are confident security of your personal belongings is just as
important to you as it is to us. The next thing to must consider is choosing
the right lock for your self-storage unit. Second Steet Storage of Hinckley
provided a secure access gate with recorded surveillance and security lights
but it is your responsibility to ensure your personal contents are protected
and insured. The right type of lock can make all the difference.
First, let’s try to identify the different types of locks and which one fits
your unit best.
Keyless
locks
This type of lock is usually networked and powered with a digital system that
requires a number code or combination for access. Keyless locks are pretty
convenient as they do not have a key you need to keep track of! The storage
units at Second Steet Storage of Hinckley are not hooked up for electrical
access or wi-fi access. If you choose this lock option, you will need to make
sure it is battery powered and Bluetooth enabled from your personal electronic
devise. You will also want to make sure it can withstand the hearty outdoor
temperatures we have in Minnesota throughout the year!
Padlocks
These locks have been around for a long time. Unfortunately, this is not the
best option for securing your personal items and not the method we recommend.
It may sound like a great choice for secure storage since they are easy to find
and affordable, but they are can be easily re-keyed and picked by burglars.
Disc
Locks
Disc locks are the industry standard when it comes to keeping your storage
units secure and have been specifically made for self-storage.
● They
can’t be removed by bolt cutters as the hasp is not easily accessible
● They
can’t be broken apart easily – not even by a hammer.
●
Attempting to pick them takes time and makes a lot of noise.
What
is in a disc lock that makes it the most recommended option?
A disc
lock has a round shackle pattern that is designed to be difficult to tamper
with. Also, it is waterproof and stainless so it holds up better in all weather
conditions. Even if it gets soaked from the rain, it won’t get rusty. This type
of lock carries as many pins as needed, therefore making it even more difficult
for criminals to pick.
What
if you need to cut the disc lock (of your own self storage unit of course!) for
some reason? Yes, it can be done. But keep in mind that it is going to take
some real effort.
Based
on the above features, it is safe to say that disc locks are the preferred and
recommended lock type at Second Street Storage of Hinckley! It’s the most
secure choice for your self-storage unit.
In
fact, some insurance companies, including the Easy Storage Tenant Protection Plan
offered through our website, offer added benefits if you secure your unit with
this type of lock. Easy Storage Tenant Protection Plans offer a deductible
waiver if you are using a disc lock. So if you need a lock that is 100% safe to
use and is built to protect your belongings in the best way possible, then a
disc lock for your unit is best.
