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Locks, Keys and Safes: Buying, Repairing and Maintaining

When you buy something, you need to make sure that it's the best product for your needs. To that end, you need to look at the price and how it works with your budget, but beyond that, you need to consider the durability of the item and how it will stand up to your lifestyle. You also need to consider maintenance time and costs, and you may want to look at repair considerations. For example, can you do the repairs yourself or do you need to hire a professional. This applies to everything from toilets to coats, but for the purposes of this blog, I plan to look at keys, locks and safes. If you have questions about any of those elements, look around. I hope you enjoy these posts.

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3 Times You’ll Be Glad You Worked With Emergency Locksmiths

Posted on November 3, 2021

You know those emergency numbers you keep with you, the ones for plumbers, veterinarians, and friends and family? Add a locksmith to that list. When you're locked out of your home, you don't want to spend time scrolling through reviews to find a locksmith who you hope is decent. You want to know who to call at that moment to get your door open. Locks should be simple things, but like any mechanical item, they have their issues. [Read More]

3 Common CCTV Installation Mistakes to Avoid

Posted on March 16, 2021

Today, businesses cannot rely on security personnel only to keep their facilities safe. Almost every other industry relies on a combination of security guards and surveillance system to deter burglars. Moreover, remote access to a surveillance camera system means that business owners can monitor activities in their premises from the comfort of their homes. That said, CCTV cameras are only as effective as their installation. Therefore, any mistakes you make during CCTV installation expose your facility to security breaches. [Read More]

Home Security Tips: 4 Impregnable Ways to Secure Your Windows from Burglars

Posted on January 28, 2020

Your home's security is not complete without burglar proofing your windows. In most homes, windows act as points of vulnerability that give thieves easy access to the home. All they need is to break the glass or unlatch the locks. For the house to be completely secure, you need to make your windows impregnable. Here are five security measures you can employ. Invest in Window Security Locks Unlike conventional window latches that can be easily manipulated, security locks come with features that prevent manipulation. [Read More]

Locksmiths and Their Services

Posted on October 24, 2019

Locksmiths are professional tradespeople who specialise in the installation, adjustment and repair of security lock devices. Everybody needs the service of a locksmith at one point in their life. There are many reasons for this, such as when someone loses their house or car keys and need an urgent replacement. However this is not the only service that locksmiths provide. Here is a list of services provided by locksmiths: Key cutting: Locksmiths can duplicate and create new keys for both residential and commercial buildings as well as for windows and vehicles. [Read More]