Locksmith Specialists

02/02/2018

Common Locksmith Specialties
Locksmiths are unique professionals who seem to use sleight of hand and a few mysterious tools to make new keys or get you into your car when your keys are locked inside. But the truth is that there's very little magic or mystery involved in what they do. They use good old-fashioned elbow grease, know-how and tools to accomplish their goals, and they can offer you much more than just key service. So to help you understand the breadth of their skills, here are some of the more common locksmith specialties.

Safe Locksmith -- Safe locksmiths install, diagnose and repair all manner of safes. If you are interested in a simple lock and key safe or you want something as fancy and complicated as a biometric safe, a safe locksmith can install and service your safe. And don't think installation is just a matter of positioning the safe properly, because a good locksmith will evaluate the location where you want the safe and offer you suggestions on the best place to put the safe. For example, if you are storing money or valuables, you may want to install a safe in-ground or on your wall, because hiding the safe's presence is one of the keys to ensuring that you never suffer a break in. A safe locksmith is trained to install safes in hard-to-find places. He can also offer you combination changes, open a safe that's broken and reprogram digital and biometric safes.

Entry System Locksmith -- Some locksmiths deal only with entry and exit access systems that control who gets in and out of a workplace. An access control locksmith is responsible for installing and repairing these systems, many of which are either digital keypad style or magnetic card systems, in which you run a card through a slot and a scanner reads the information to allow entry. Access control locksmiths are also trained to set up digital and electronic underground parking systems that control entry through the use of a swinging bar or an electronic gate.

Auto Locksmith -- An auto locksmith is trained not only to make new car keys from the manufacturer's key code, but also to reprogram remote starter keys, install car alarms and fix ignition problems. Common ignition issues include a key that's broken off inside the ignition and an ignition that won't turn. Auto locksmiths have access to ignitions used by a large number of car manufacturers and can special order any ignition that they don't carry at their shop.

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No matter what your business, security is always a number one priority. It is important to protect your property from the risks of burglary.

Access Control. How much precaution you take will depend on a number of factors, such as how valuable your assets are, and whether your business is located in a high-risk area. However, in all cases it is better to prevent a burglary than to deal with the repercussions.

Start by taking a look at your business property exterior, and think about it from a burglar’s perspective. Try to minimize the number of hiding places that a burglar could utilize, such as bushes and empty skips. Add exterior lighting to dark or vulnerable areas to deter thieves.

You can also take the following steps to enhance your business property security, and prevent or capture evidence of burglary:

INSTALL HIGH GRADE DOORS AND QUALITY LOCKS

First of all, you should make sure your exterior doors are appropriately solid. Most exterior doors for businesses should be either solid metal or similar. This means a thief has to force entry, which is important for insurance payouts should they get inside.

Next, your doors should be fitted with high quality locks. Technological advancements have made traditional style locks even more durable than they ever have been, and electronic locks and entry systems are now accessible too.

We recommend deadbolt locks for exterior doors. They make it impossible for a burglar to force the door open by sliding something between the gap, and they can’t be picked. In other words, it’s going to be difficult for anyone gain entry if you use quality deadbolts.

SECURITY CAMERAS

CCTV security cameras are a huge deterrent for burglars. There are now lots of models available, and they are smaller, cheaper and more functional and versatile than when they first came out. Security cameras help to prevent the crime, or record evidence of the burglary for easy prosecution and insurance. Make them as visible as possible for maximum deterrence.

Another bonus of security cameras is that they can be used to monitor your employees. This may not be as relevant in a very small or family-run business, but if you take on many employees it may be best to keep an eye out to make sure there is no crime happening on the inside.

BURGLAR ALARM SYSTEMS

If you have followed the advice so far, you already have a pretty secure business property. The final touch is to add a burglary alarm system, another huge deterrent and preventative measure. Again, advances in technology make these systems increasingly useful and affordable.

Alarm systems detect unauthorized entry, and emit a loud alarm to scare away potential burglars. They can also be linked up so that they inform you of any unusual activity inside or outside of the property.

KEEP A SAFE FOR VALUABLES

Our final recommendation, is that you keep your cash and valuables locked away in a safe. If worse comes to worse, and someone does gain unauthorized entry to your property, a safe can add an extra layer of security that makes it near-impossible for burglars to take the real treasure home.

Choose an appropriate safe to protect your valuables. The more protection you need, the higher security rating of safe you will want.

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01/10/2017

How To Choose A Deadbolt Lock
By:William Deutsch - October 11, 2016

Choosing a Deadbolt
A deadbolt is a physical security standard for protecting exterior doors. When selecting a deadbolt protect your business, there are several factors that you should consider.

ANSI Grade 1
ANSI stands for American National Standards Institute. They are a non-profit group that oversees the development of standards for a variety of industries. In order for a deadbolt to be considered commercial grade, it must meet the ANSI Grade 1 specification.

This means that the deadbolt:

Has been tested to 250,000 open/close cycles

Has a bolt that projects 1 inch into the door frame

Can withstand 10 hammer blows without giving way

Double or Single Cylinder?
Deadbolts come in both double and single cylinder models. A double cylinder deadbolt requires a key to operate the deadbolt from either side of the door. A single cylinder deadbolt can be locked or unlocked from inside by a thumb turn.

Conventional security wisdom has dictated that double cylinder deadbolts be used on doors with windows. This eliminates the danger of someone breaking the glass and reaching inside to unlock your door. However, there are a few reasons to re-think this approach and use a single cylinder deadbolt in most applications.

The first reason is a concern for life safety. A double cylinder deadbolt may prevent you from exiting quickly in case of emergency. You don't want to be fumbling for a key when your building is burning.

Some manufacturers do make a "captive thumb turn" key - basically, a removable thumb turn that transforms the lock from a single to a double cylinder. But the fact that the thumb-turn can be removed means that it may not be handy when you need it.

The second reason to reconsider this policy is the strength of modern windows.

Back when single-pane glass was the norm, the single cylinder deadbolt was a bigger risk. The glass on most newer doors is nowhere near as flimsy.

My recommendation is that you use single cylinder, Grade 1 Deadbolts on all your exterior doors. If possible, use solid doors with no glass.

UL 437
Underwriters Laboratories is another well-known organization that tests products and writes standards. The UL 437 is the standard for high-security locks accepted across the security industry. In order to pass the UL 437 test, locks must resist a variety of attacks including drilling, picking, prying, etc.

Proper Installation
The "strike" is the metal plate the attaches to your door jamb and receives the bolt. This should be installed using 3-inch screws. Using long screws secures the strike to the door frame, not just the jamb. In addition, your lock should also have a reinforced strike plate with offset screw holes. The off-set holes ensure that the screws aren't driven into the same grain of wood.

When someone is trying to kick in your door, the jamb will normally give way before the deadbolt; but the extra long screws and reinforced plate will stand up to some serious pounding.

Key Control
All of this physical security is powerless to stop someone with a key. This is why you also need to pay close attention to your key control policy.

Locksmith or DIY?
If you're the do-it-yourself type, and you only have a few doors to protect, the information in this article should help you to make a wise choice regardless of whether you purchase your locks from a locksmith or a big-box store. If, however, you require a master key system or patented key control it would behoove you to spend the extra money and use the services of a professional locksmith.



Article source: The Balance

01/08/2017

What Are Some Helpful Home Security Tips?
There are a large number of home security tips that can help the average homeowner with installation of the perfect security system for his or her needs.

Door protection

Securing the perimeter of a house (that is, the doors and other entryways) is a priority with a home security system. Experienced burglars know that the garage door is the most vulnerable point of entry in most houses, followed by the back door. Combat this by using Grade 1 or Grade 2 locks or high-quality deadbolts on exterior doors; the former resist prying and lock-picking attempts, while the latter effectively bar a door shut and are encased in materials that resist tools that may be used in attempts to shear off the lock cylinder pins. Also be sure that the doors in the house are either solid-core or metal – this prevents a thief from gaining access by simply kicking in the door.

Window protection

Windows can sometimes pose a security problem, as they are an easy way for an intruder to gain access to a home. Be sure to install secondary locking devices on all windows – dowels or rods to brace horizontal sliding windows shut, and through-the-frame pin locks to keep vertical windows closed. Another option is to replace the standard glass in windows with polycarbonate or tempered glass, which is nearly impossible to break. Combine these with key locks or heavy sash locks, and a burglar will not be able to gain access to the house through windows at all.

Outdoor detection systems

One of the best home security tips and burglar deterrents is also one that requires the least amount of installation: a guard dog. The dog does not actually have to be an attack dog – if it has a noticeable, menacing bark, that is almost always enough to scare off intruders. On the other hand, sometimes simply the implication that a dog is on the premises is enough: a prominently placed “Beware of Dog” sign, a loose chain or dog bowl, or a dog house all contribute to the image that a dog is nearby, even if one actually isn’t. This can often be cause for a burglar to walk away.

Motion detectors

It is possible to install motion detector devices in a home even without a full alarm system set up. Passive infrared detectors can be used near a house’s entrance to “see” body heat from an intruder as he or she approaches; if the intruder gets too close, the sensor will trigger any attached devices, ranging from loud sirens to bright flashing lights, or both. Since this will rapidly draw attention, this setup usually causes the burglar to leave the area immediately to avoid further detection.

These home security tips are all good ideas for anyone looking to protect his or her home against any unwanted intruders.



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01/08/2017

Rekey Your Lock Instead Of Replacing
By:Staff - January 7, 2017

There are many different scenarios in which you may need to change your locks. Whether you have just moved into a new home or office and are concerned about security (it’s surprisingly simple to duplicate keys nowadays) or you have lost your keys or are dealing with a broken lock, you generally have two options: rekeying or replacing that lock. Although there may be times when a full replacement is unavoidable, in almost all cases, rekeying is the better option. Not only is the rekeying process less time consuming, but it can be accomplished at a fraction of the cost. Here’s a closer look at lock rekeying.

How Does Lock Rekeying Work?
Rekeying a lock is a fairly straightforward process that involves replacing the lock pins located within your current lock’s cylinder and changing the wafer (tumbler) configuration so that only a new specially cut set of keys will work to open your lock The next step involves cutting those new keys (as many copies as you need). Once a lock has been rekeyed, your old keys will not work.

Benefits to Rekeying Your Lock

Cost Benefits: One of the primary advantages that rekeying a lock has over a complete lock replacement lies in the cost. Rekeying can, in many cases, save you quite a bit of money, especially when you have multiple locks (such as is involved in changing the locks throughout an entire home).

Shorter Time Frame: The process involved in rekeying is significantly faster than with lock replacement. In fact, most locksmiths can do a lock rekey in about half the time it takes to replace an entire lock. This is going to be particularly important if you are talking about multiple locks in a business, where time may be of the essence.

Improved Security: Rekeying your locks is also a great way to minimize security risks to your home or business. Since you can control the distribution of keys to the newly rekeyed lock or locks, you will know exactly who has access. Rekeying is also a great way to establish security in a new home or office when it’s unclear whether a former tenant has keys that still fit the previously keyed lock.

Convenience: If you are tired of carrying multiple keys on your key ring or guessing which key fits what lock, having your home or business completely rekeyed is a great option. This way, all of the locks in your home or building will be able to work on a single key.

No matter your reason for needing your locks changed, rekeying will in most cases be a better solution than replacement. This will ensure that you have the security and convenience you need at an affordable price.



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01/07/2017

Top 4 Common Problems With Door Locks
By:TOP4 - December 6, 2016

Most people didn’t notice how important door locks are until they break and you ended up having problems such as shutting yourself outside of your house or being unable to secure your home. For you to be able to solve these problems, you have to identify first the problem with your door locks.

Here are the common problems you might encounter with your door lock and how you can solve them.

1. Seized up locks

If you can put the key in the lock but can’t turn it, possibly it’s because the lock was seized due to dirt or grime. To solve this, try to clean the lock mechanism by inserting a damp cotton swab into the keyhole and jiggle it. This will help you get the dirt inside the lock. Next thing you have to do is to lubricate it. To do this, you can use a graphite or silicone spray with the directional nozzle, but you should never use oil for this task. After applying the spray to the keyhole, get the key and insert it in the lock and try to wiggle it to distribute the lubricant evenly.

2. Weather stripping

This may cause the door to be misaligned. It also prevents the lock to properly function. If this happens to your door lock, try to remove the weather stripping and place it further back on the door frame. It’s easier than moving the lock.

3. Frozen lock
This usually happens when the weather is cold. The best solution for this is to use a heated key and insert it in the lock. You can warm the key by placing it on top of a radiator or a bowl of hot water. Use gloves in drying the key and insert it carefully into the lock.

4. Door latch not catching shut
With misaligned bolt, the latch won’t be able to catch when the door is shut. If the problem with misalignment is minor, try to fill down the latch plate a little to see if it will accept the latch. The reason for this might be that the gap in the latch plate is too shallow and the mortise needs are deeper for the lock. If it doesn’t work, try to unscrew the strike plate and reposition it.



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High-tech locks — fingerprint, Bluetooth, and Wi-Fi enabled systems — are transforming the way you enter your home, threatening to make house keys as obsolete as rotary phones.

But do these easy-access locks make your home more secure? Do they add value? Or will next week’s bright idea make these fancy entry systems passé before you pay them off?
Are You Tech-Savvy?

Keyless locks are great for tech-savvy homeowners, says Marianna Perry, a former director of the National Crime Prevention Institute. But the latest isn’t the greatest for someone who struggles to keep up with each “smart” gizmo that comes down the pike. If you still can’t program your DVR to record “Downton Abbey,” keyless locks probably aren’t for you.

“The lock needs to fit the user,” Perry says.

The Latest Locks

Biometric: Locks that recognize your fingerprints and open with a swipe of your finger. ($280-$340)

Key fob (proximity lock): Carry a fob in your pocket, and these locks open automatically or with a simple tap; or press the fob button and unlock the door as soon as you pull into the driveway. ($220)

Smart phone-controlled: Your smart phone syncs with your lock via Bluetooth, enabling you to control entrance remotely and keep track of who comes and goes. Some locks recognize your phone and open automatically as you approach. Some will text you when someone else opens the door. ($200)

Surveillance lock: Combines easy access with surveillance and takes a picture of whoever opens your door. You can program codes for specific people, and the lock will offer a warm LED greeting when they arrive. ($280)

Related: Biometric Locks: Even the Jetsons Would Be In Awe

Keyless Locks Add Marketability

“It’s a sales tool,” says Robert Siciliano, a security expert for Schlage locks. Siciliano’s home is outfitted with a touchpad lock that glows blue and can be activated via cellphone.

“The first thing people see when they walk to my door is that touchpad, and they want to know all about it,” Siciliano says. “It’s an attention-getter.”

Do High-Tech Locks Make Your House More Secure?

Not much.

Burglars mostly enter your home through an unlocked door or by forcing open a window or door. In fact, criminals admit that security systems with camera surveillance — not locks (smart or otherwise) — are the biggest deterrent against burglaries.

“Burglars are criminals of opportunity,” says Glen Mowrey, a retired North Carolina deputy police chief. “They’re looking for the least resistance.”

A biometric deadbolt lock, which scans fingerprints, can cost $300 and be less secure than “Consumer Reports’” top-rated Medeco Maxum 11WC60L, a regular keyed lock that costs $190. In CR tests, the Medeco Maxum defied forced entry — the most common type of home break-in — better than the high-tech locks tested.

“Smart locks are more convenient, but not any stronger than regular locks,” says Joey Lachausse of the Associated Locksmiths of America.

In fact, some smart locks are easier to defeat and can be more annoying to use than traditional locks:
In testing, a team of British lock hackers easily opened a fingerprint-reading lock by inserting a paperclip into its backup key chamber.
During a power outage, some electronic locks fail or disengage, forcing you to use a backup key — but then your system isn’t keyless, is it?
Circuit boards that control electronic locks can fail.
Related: 5 Over-the-Top Security Devices

Top Security Tips

1. Replace hollow-core wood exterior doors with solid wood or steel doors.
2. Reinforce wood door jambs with additional steel plates, which make the door harder to kick in.
3. Install strike plates made of heavy-duty metal, and secure them with 3-inch screws.
4. Replace sidelight glass with shatter-resistant polycarbonate.
5. Lock doors whenever you leave the house, even for a short time. In fact, lock doors and windows when you’re home, too.

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