Can Your Access Control System be Outsmarted?
It’s more than likely a bobby pin could open a locked door. The major concern here is: did your access control system catch it? Access control systems come in handy in multiple environments, specifically business environments, where you need to ensure that only...
What Multipoint Door Locking Systems are All About
Most entry doors have a single point locking mechanism, such as a deadbolt lock. As the name implies, multipoint door locking systems have locks at several points along the door slab and have a central locking point, usually in the middle of the door frame. The...
Navigating the Language of Locksmiths
Advancements in modern technology affect almost every aspect of life, and virtually every profession. If we talk about locksmith services, they have evolved noticeably, thanks to technology and high-tech locks. This change responds to the growing security needs in...
Door Hardware Installed by a Locksmith for the Ultimate in Curb Appeal
To enhance curb appeal homeowners must simply make their homes appear as good as possible from the street view. A front door can play a key role in enhancing curb appeal through its style, color and even its door hardware. As with replacing other outdated items in...
The Perks of Professional Door Installation by a Locksmith
If it’s time to replace your entry door on your home, you have much to consider. Size, security features, shape, color, material are just a few. So after you do your research, and you’ve found exactly what your home needs, all that’s left is putting it in place. Have...
How Locksmiths Contribute to Home Safety for Travel
It’s time for a getaway. After a few months of holiday preparations and festivities, there’s no better time. Aside from investing in and installing a new home security system, you still might wonder about your home's security while you're away. This is when a...
Navigating Advancements Beyond the Key
You won’t need to resort to Home Alone-style traps; keyless entry systems have your home security needs fully addressed. Doors equipped with keyless entry are highly secure, comparable to traditional locks. However, the real game-changer in transitioning to keyless...
Why a Safe is the Ultimate Present
Home security is a growing industry in the United States. Research reveals that at least 39 million U.S. households are currently protected by alarm systems, and as many as 45 million households have video doorbell components.1 Then there is the sad reality that about...
Choosing a Reliable Locksmith for Your Business
No matter where your business is or what product you produce, safety is a priority. You want your employees to feel safe. You also want your offices and production areas secure. A key element to achieving this is having a high-quality, reliable commercial locksmith to...
Replacing Traditional Door Knobs with Lever Door Handles
As long as there have been doors, there have been door handles in various configurations. From a crude leather latch on pioneer homes, to decorative porcelain knobs on Victoria structures, to the current day knobs of steel and brass, doorknobs have evolved to suit the...
Use Layering to Burglar-Proof Your Home
The dictionary definition of layering is "the action of arranging something in layers." When applied to home security, the concept of layering means to put in place more than one deterrent to stop thieves from entering your home and stealing its valuable contents.1...
I Lost My Car Key Fob! Now What?
The days of simply inserting a metal key into a car door are long past, unless you have a classic car. Today's cars come with key fobs where you simply press a button on the fob to open the door. In many cases you can also press a button on the key fob to open the...