Choosing a lock for your Self Storage unit is an important task. We want to have the best lock to protect
our items without spending a fortune. Below is a list of pros and cons on different locks that are out
in the market.
Pad lock
(Price Range: $5 – $40)
Pros:
Low Cost
Common in most retail stores
Easy to remove if the key or combination is lost
Cons:
Can be easily cut with bolt cutters
Easy key duplication
Easy pick and drill
Disk Lock
(Price Range: $10 – $100)
Pros:
Easy to find at hardware store
Difficult to break
Drill and pick proof
Difficult to cut with bolt cutters
Cons:
Little more expensive than a pad lock
Can still be cut with bolt cutters
Chain Lock
(Price Range: $3 – $30)
Pros:
Low cost
Easy to find at retail stores
Cons:
Easy to break
Not secure
Cylinder Lock
(Price Range: $10 – $120)
Pros:
Cannot be cut with bolt cutters
Can be changed without altering the bolt work
Difficult to duplicate key
Cons:
Must be installed
More costly