In our previous blogs, we shared ways to prevent the loss of keys and avoid a home or car lockout. Are you still having trouble keeping track of those elusive keys? Maybe it is time to invest in some of the many products to help find, or at least track, your keys. Here are a few key trackers to consider …
Car Lockout Prevention
Car Lockout Getting locked out of your house or apartment is a stressful experience many of us have experienced. What about being locked out of your vehicle (Car Lockout)? According to the American Automobile Association “….approximately four million Americans lock their keys in their car annually, and the resulting frustration and even potential risk of harm is just cause for …
Importance of Having a Safe
Have you ever thought about installing a safe in your home or business, but weren’t sure if it was that important to your security? According to Calgary Police Service, during the month of March 2020, break and enter property crimes: 140 incidents to dwellings (residential) 446 incidents to commercial property With numbers like this, year over year, commercial properties and …
The Difference Between Commercial Locks and Residential Locks
Lock Comparison – In an effort to save money, or just not understand there is a difference, an incorrect lock may be chosen – commercial or residential situation. Locks meant for residential use are different from ones used in commercial instances. An incorrect lock reduces the security of the building it is intended to protect. What are the differences between …
Tips to Better Secure Your Business
Owning a business requires attention to many tasks and details. Whether the business is big or small, old or new, one item should not be forgotten or put off to a later date is how to secure your business. There is the technology side of security which your IT professionals should be managing. What about the security inside the office …
Rekeying vs. Changing Locks
Whether it is your home or your business, there are situations where the lock(s) should be changed. The change to a lock could be a simple inexpensive rekeying of the lock instead of a physical change – a new lock. Why should you consider any change to your locks – home or office? Which should you choose – rekey or …
Benefits Of Using A Keyless Entry Lock
Have you or someone you know been locked out of their home or business? Does your family tend to misplace their keys? Have you just moved in and wonder who has a key to your home or business? If any of these situations apply to you, it might be time to investigate a Keyless Entry Lock System. Most of us …
Tips To Avoid An Apartment Lockout
There are days when life is too busy, and we all feel a little hurried. Children to get ready for school, breakfast to make, dishes to put away, and making sure you make it to work on time. With so much going on accidentally forgetting the keys to the apartment just happens. Here are a few tips to help prevent …
Keeping Your Home Locked
Gone are the days of leaving your home unlocked. Today, we know this is no longer a reality. Our homes, cars, garages, and place of business must always be locked. It is recommended that you lock your home even when you are inside your residence. Given the reality of our lives and how often you hear reports of home break-ins …
How To Identify Locksmith Scammers
In Alberta, a locksmith must be licensed and a certified journeyperson. When you require the services of a local trusted locksmith, they will be able to show you their license (don’t hesitate to ask to see this before any work is done) and will arrive in a company uniform and company car. Why is this important, you ask? Unfortunately, it is a fact of …