6 Key Benefits of Access Control Systems

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Did you know there are, on average, one million home burglaries annually in the country? The thought of an intruder breaking into your home is chilling, and no family should have to experience it. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to protect your home and your family from these threats. One of the most effective measures […]

How To Deal with Frozen Car Door Locks

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When you leave your house in the morning, it’s worrisome to see your windshield covered in ice and even more worrying to find that your car doors are frozen shut. Sometimes the problem is a frozen handle or the rubber door seal frozen to the bodywork, and at other times it is ice freezing the […]

Effective Ways To Prevent Car Break-Ins

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Dealing with car theft or car break-ins can be frightening, not to mention frustrating. If you have ever arrived at your car and found it has been vandalized or disappeared from where you parked it, you will know the sickening feeling in the core of your stomach that a sight like this produces. Moreover, having […]

How to Fix a Car Door That Won’t Open From the Inside

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In this article, we shall examine how a car door works, what causes the locking mechanisms inside car doors to jam, and explain how to unlock them from the inside. After reading this article, you won’t be a qualified locksmith, but you will know the basics of your car’s door locking system and how to […]

How To Become A Certified Locksmith

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If you are a night owl and don’t mind answering calls in the middle of the night from people who have locked themselves out of their homes or cars, then a career as a locksmith may be ideal for you. You will feel satisfied and valued as a certified locksmith if you enjoy assisting others. […]

Ways To Restore Your Home Security After a Break-in

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Protecting your home puts your mind at ease when you’re at home or on vacation. When you plan for home security, you hope that your tactics will never be put to the test. While you cannot control the conduct of others, you may do your share to protect your house from intruders. Although burglaries can […]

Fascinating Facts About Locks and Keys

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It’s common knowledge that locks and keys play a vital role in our day-to-day lives. You can find locks and keys practically anywhere, which is convenient if you need them to secure your house, business, or vehicle. However, did you know that there is much more to these items than meets the eye? To expand […]

Master Key Systems: What Business Owners Should Know

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The safety of employees, products, and facilities is a top priority for every business. Key control is the term used to describe the efficiency and security of your key management system. Locks and keys are still the best way to keep your business safe, despite advances in digital technology. It’s also a lot less expensive. […]

Locksmith Price Scheme: How to Spot Trouble

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When looking for a new locksmith, it’s always a good idea to use rational thinking and keep an open mind. The bait and switch price scheme is rampant these days. It usually happens when a customer is enticed to purchase by unreasonably low locksmith prices, only to discover that the actual price for what they […]

Switching to Smart Locks: The Pros and Cons

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Many people feel unsafe with traditional locks. They want more secure options. That said, we are seeing a rise in smart homes and smart devices due to the increasing number of technological advancements being developed everyday. Although most smart technologies are intended to make life easier and more secure, some applications can be more dangerous […]