Is the lock on the chiselled into the door.
How to identify manufacture of your door lock.
These can be rekeyed using kwikset keys and factory tumblers as key cylinder dimensions are usually identical.
Your key code is typically stamped on the face of the lock or key but some manufacturers print them on a key code card with the printed cutting number.
Cheap low quality and mass produced locks often do not come with key codes.
If you re having trouble identifying your door lock type follow these simple steps.
Check for a manufactures stamp on the lock face plate.
From the different types of locks deadbolts are the ones most commonly used for front doors.
In that case you ll have to replace your entire lock system if you do not have a corresponding key.
Morticed or on sits on the outside rim what locking mechanisms are on the lock.