Locked Out? Here’s What to Do
So, you locked yourself outside of your house. What do you do now? Do you try to find an open window and climb inside? Do you call a friend of family member who might have a spare key? Do you try to jimmy the lock? These are all viable options. While getting locked...
Facing a Lock Dilema? When You Should Re-Key vs Replace
It probably goes without saying, but you love the people in your home. That’s why you flip the locks every night before heading to bed – to keep them safe. But even the strongest of locks can be subject to wear and tear, lost keys, or potential malfunction. As...
Signs Your Locks Are About to Give Out
As you may already know, Michigan winters can be brutal, with temperatures in some parts of the state dipping below freezing nearly three months out of the year. Not only does this bone-chilling cold have an effect on you, but it may also take its toll on your door...
Expert Locksmith Installs and Repairs for Commercial Doors
Commercial structures rely on good security to protect the investments of those who do business there. Doors play a central role in the security of the building, providing accessibility and safety. However, these two goals may conflict if not done properly. Make a...
Why Cameras are the Answer to Smart Security for your Home?
The home security industry is booming and the industry is only projected to grow in the coming years. With statistics revealing that one in every 180 packages are stolen amounting to a whopping 119 million reported package thefts in 2023, it is no wonder people are...
Quick Fixes for a Dead Key Fob Battery
In 1949 Chrysler was the first automobile manufacturer to use an actual key to start their cars and by 1987 the Cadillac Allante was started with a factory-installed remote entry capable of locking and unlocking the car doors.1 In the early 1990s keyless entry became...
What Defines a Commercial Door?
Different kinds of apples are best served for specific purposes, so are there particular types of doors that are best designed for certain places? A granny smith, for example, matches best for caramel apples. Similarly, a metal or steel door is a great choice for a...
Here are 3 Door Lock Go-To’s
A savvy homeowner understands that the front door is a prime entry point for burglars looking to access valuables. While smart home security devices like Ring can make these attempts more challenging, the choice of front door lock remains a key factor in securing your...
Commercial Locksmiths Help Businesses in Many Ways
Have you ever found yourself outside of your car in the supermarket parking lot, doors locked, keys hanging in the ignition just out of reach? Or you’re standing in your own driveway, digging through your purse for keys you know aren’t there as the front door of your...
Important Locks: Portable Door Locks and Child Safety Locks
Portable door locks and child safety locks aren’t locks that are generally sold and installed by locksmiths, but they are an important part of personal security that homeowners shouldn’t overlook. As locksmiths, overall safety is our primary concern and we like to...
Don’t Struggle with Lock Issues this Winter
Brrr. It's cold outside, and you can't wait to get into your warm, cozy home. You try to open your front door, but what happens? The lock isn't working. How inconvenient in Michigan winters in which temperatures can dip dangerously below freezing. When temperatures...
Locksmiths Do More than Unlock Locks
We bet you didn’t know locksmiths do more than help you when you’ve locked yourself out of the house. The profession dates back to roughly 700 BC, where the oldest lock was discovered among the Assyrian Empire. As the lock itself advanced and upgraded, so did the the...