2017
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4 Security Steps To Take After Buying A Residential Property
Whether it is your first time taking possession of a home or not, there is a certain excitement that can't be denied when you go to closing. Even if you have toured the property many times before, there are still many new discoveries to uncover as you go through your home and slowly become more acquainted with it. If you want your new place of residence to stay secure as you move in and officially become its newest occupants, don't forget these vital four tips meant to keep you and your property safe.
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4 Steps To Successfully Pick A Lock
Getting locked out of your home or business can be frustrating and time consuming. Having the ability to successfully pick the door lock of your home or business will allow you to gain entry to the property with relative ease. Here are four steps that you can use to help you successfully pick your door lock the next time you get locked out of your home or business. 1. Insert a tension wrench.
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3 Ways To Save Money On Replacement Keys
If you need an extra set of keys, but are not looking forward to the additional cost that comes with copying an expensive transponder key, here are a few ways that you can save money. #1 Go To Your Locksmith The dealership will charge you more to make a new key; the fee is generally higher than you would find anywhere else. Locksmiths are now cable of copying and reproducing more than just metal keys.
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What To Look For In An Emergency Lockout Service For Tenants
After several emergency calls from tenants who are locked out of their rentals, you may have discovered that the ideal option for them and you is to hire an emergency lockout service. Most locksmiths offer some kind of service that falls under this category, but that doesn't mean they are all created equal. Depending on your tenants and needs, you may want to look for certain things in the ideal emergency lockout service.
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Keeping Your Office Secure: Four Steps To Take After Separating From A Manager
Whether your office manager quits or is let go, there are several security steps you should consider taking after losing this key member of your staff. This can help to keep company and client information secure and prevent any potential problems with the former employee down the road. Schedule a consultation with your locksmith, and consider the following steps to secure your business. Change File Cabinet Locks Keeping your sensitive documents secure should be one of your top priorities after losing a manager.
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3 Really Dumb Mistakes To Avoid With Your Car's Smart Key
Gone are the days when a car key was just a metal piece that slipped into the ignition. A good portion of modern vehicles now function with some form of smart key, which is basically a digital key device that allows you to start, unlock, or otherwise control your vehicle without actually having to use the key. While these smart keys definitely make things easier when it comes to starting and unlocking your vehicle, they can also leave some room for some pretty big mistakes.
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When To Change The Locks On Your House
The locks on a home seem to be one of those things that get overlooked until there is a serious problem. In order to avoid such scenarios, you will want to read through some of the following information. This way, you will know when it is time for you to give your local trustworthy locksmith a call. The Metal Is Looking Rusty The metal of the locks should be in good shape and never appear rusty, especially since the door locks are generally hidden from the rain and fog thanks to the screen or glass door.
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Tips For Lubricating Locks
If you have older locks for your business, there's a good chance that you want them to keep working enough so that you can easily lock and unlock them whenever you need to. You are going to need to do some basic maintenance in order to keep them in good working order. One step of the basic maintenance is to keep them well lubricated so that they turn easily and don't require you to put enough force on the key to mangle it.
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Lock And Step: Three Steps To Making A Plan With Your Latch-Key Kid
If you are the parent of a latch-key kid, you may be concerned about anything going wrong while your kid is at home alone. If you need to trust your child to be left at home alone for a few hours before you get off work, you will need to go over some ground rules. One of the plans that you will need to make is a plan with a locksmith.
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5 Benefits of Upgrading Your Office with Electronic Locks
Electronic locks are the new gold standard when it comes to office locking systems. Here are some of the benefits you get when you switch to electronic locks. Give Each Employee a Passcode Your employees will thank you for setting up an easy to use electronic security system. Your employees won't have to carry a key around with them each day; what happens if they forget the key one day? And they won't be responsible for losing a hard copy key.
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