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Unlocking the Transponder Key Mystery
The mystery behind modern automotive keying technology has many drivers confused. Auto dealerships would lead everyone to believe that the transponder key, due to the need for a special chip, must be ordered through the manufacturer. A key, which is perfectly cut to...
Mobile Locksmith
If you get out in the middle of the night only to realize that you have been locked out of your home, you know what a frustration it can be. If you don’t have some spare keys with your neighbor, your next source of help will be a mobile locksmith. But before you make...
How to Avoid Getting Scammed by a Dishonest Locksmith
You're locked out of your car and you're late for work. You have a big meeting today, and it's very important that you're on time. You whip out your phone, call the first locksmith you find and get a quote. The locksmith shows up, knows you're in a bind, and...
Should I get a Security Camera In My House?
Are you one of the many people that think a security camera is just a neat toy? Think again! There are many reasons why you might want to get a camera in your house, but you'll want to make sure you've secured it first, more on that later. The first, and most...
How to Make Your Front Door More Secure
The first step in securing your front door is a heavy duty deadbolt. A deadbolt is a low cost, high value key to your home security plan. You'll want to make sure it's a grade 1 security rating, and you'll want to make sure it's secured to the frame properly. A...
Keeping Your Home Safe While You’re Away On Vacation
Keeping your home safe while you're away is of the biggest concern for most people when they travel. This site offers some great tips on keeping your home safe while you're on vacation. From upgrading your doors to be more secure, to getting a secure alarm system,...
6 Home Security Tips for the Holiday Season
With it being the holiday season, many people have travel plans that leave your home open to burglaries while you're gone. There's nothing worse than coming back from a family vacation, being tired and ready to go to sleep, to find that your house was burglarized...
How to Ensure Your Home Security
While most people would agree that their home security is a top priority, few are familiar with adequate security measures. A secure home employs high security locks on doors and windows, and a security system linked to police and emergency services can be used as a...
How to have keys made
There are many situations in which you may need to have keys made. If you have recently had a break-in or other security issue, you won't hesitate to change both your locks and your keys. In other instances, you may find that a key suffers from too much wear and tear....
What’s the difference between a cheap lock and a good one?
A lock is a lock, right? No. In fact, locks vary in durability, security, cosmetic qualities and ease of use. Cheap locks, for example, often have fragile locking mechanisms that easily break down. However, quality locks are fabricated with durable materials that are...