some may be pickable, but none are completely impervious to bypass
Everyone wishes for security at home, but what many actually end up with is a false sense of security. You can spend thousands of dollars on your locks and your door but if you neglect to upgrade the door frame as well even the best locks wont stop that door from...
Misleading commercial companies?
Unfortunately, many companies care very little for their customers. We recently had to order a very specific lock for a customer and were told the lock is no longer made. They told us the part numbers for a new lock that was supposed to be a direct and...
Window locks.
One thing many people often forget to consider is the fact that no matter how secure your doors are, the property is only as secure as it's weakest point. If you spend $1000 on lock hardware yet place them right next to an open window, it's somewhat counter...
Advancements in technology
Today we have more technology in the world than ever before. With all this new tech, there a lot of good as well as bad in the security industry. There are cameras and high tech locks everywhere and they are more affordable than they used to be. With the new...
Childproofing your doors
When it comes to young children, normal door locks can be a scary subject, once a child learns how to open them it can be a scary idea that they can sneak out and get hurt. there are many options to help prevent the escape of young children. Double cylinder deadbolts...
Glass and Aluminum doors
Store front doors can be much more complicated to work on than they used to be. New fire code regulations in many areas have changed the way they are required to operate. In most situations, the current hardware can be fitted with the proper parts to bring them up to...
File cabinet locks
When you lose your keys to certain things, it can be much simpler to make a key than you might think, provided you prepare yourself ahead of time. Often locks will have a code stamped into the face of the lock or the head of the key, this code is often all you need to...
Do your locks stick?
IF your locks stick, are hard to turn, or you have to jiggle your key to make them work, you should probably call a locksmith to have them looked at. We deal with many situations where people have simply dealt with a sticky lock, believing it was no big deal, until...
Insects in locks
Believe it or not, insects have a knack for working their way into certain locks and building nests or causing other sorts of damage. Not many ways to prevent it from happening aside from properly lubricating and checking to see proper functionality of the locks....
Social media
In todays technological world, advertising for small businesses can be a difficult thing. Many of us rely on social media sights like facebook and twitter to keep our name out there. Please remember to log on and follow your favorite companies to help them out. Every...
Lost your car keys?
If you lose the keys to your car, consult with your local car dealer and your local locksmith. Sometimes the cheaper option is to go through the dealer, because sometimes they can get the keys even cheaper than the locksmith, however the dealer cant come to you, and...
Motorcycle keys
If you lose the keys to your motorcycle, it can be a frustrating experience. Most dealerships wont cut keys and the key code can be hard to find. Some experienced locksmiths make keys to motorcycle, however it can still be a difficult process, sometimes cylinders have...