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3 best door locks you should use for your rental

When it comes to letting an apartment or a house to tenants, then the issue of security is the most important. You’re letting unknown people into your home, so it is better not to neglect the protection of your property. Yes, of course, you may count on the decency of your tenants, but this might be too little. Therefore, landlords often would like to know which door locks are the best to choose to protect their property, and this is quite reasonable because locks are the first security device that should be taken care of. You may also consider installing other safety devices like CCTV cameras or others. However, if security cameras are a great addition, locks are a necessity. Therefore, in our article, we listed the best door locks to choose for your rental property.

The Most Common Types of Commercial Locks

Security hazards are probably the last thing you want to deal with, whether you're a residential or commercial owner. While professional locksmiths like us at Sure Lock & Key are ready to fix the problem, it’s always better to be proactive and prevent the issue from happening. Today, there are many security devices on the market, from cameras to alarms and detectors, making it easier than ever to secure your property. However, all these measures are only as good as the lock you have in place. So, what kind of lock is best for a commercial building? Sure Lock & Key knows everything about all kinds of locks, and we're ready to share our knowledge with you.

What are exit devices

For any business owner security of their facility is one of the top priorities. Many of them pay a lot of attention to protection from burglars. However, there’s another aspect of security that can’t be neglected. It’s important to prepare your facility for various emergencies that might occur. For example, one of the most common problems many business owners have to deal with is fire. Unfortunately, more than 100,000 fires occur in commercial buildings annually. So, it’s vital to come up with a fire safety plan. One of the first things to take care of is the emergency exit. It’ll help you avoid human casualties. Besides getting a fire-rated door, one of the best ways to make an exit easier and more accessible in case of an emergency is to equip your building with exit devices. Sure Lock & Key is ready to tell you everything we know about various exit devices and what they can offer you. So, keep reading to learn more.

Touch-free door opener & Automatic Door

All of us probably see and use automatic doors every day. You just come close to the door and it opens. However, have you ever wondered how it works? This door has many sensors and mechanisms, but the main system that operates it is an automatic door opener. This type of door is used in most public spaces, like shopping malls, airports, stores, hospitals, etc. They are easily accessible, so it makes it super convenient to enter the building even if your hands are full. Automatic doors provide hygiene control as you don’t have to touch door handles that have millions of germs and bacteria. Another great tool that provides that is a touch-free door opener. These devices became extremely popular after the COVID-19 outbreak. Sure Lock & Key is ready to tell you everything about the working principles of both systems and assist you in deciding if they’re suitable for you. Let’s dive in!

What you Need to Know Before Buying a Safe For Your Workplace

Buying a safe for your office may really be a good decision to solve many security issues. However, to make the right choice, you need to analyze several aspects. First, you should determine why you need an office safe and what needs it should cover. Do you want to purchase a safe for storing personal belongings? Or maybe you need it for confidential documents, money, or securities? Based on this information, you will be able to understand what functionality the safe should have. That is, how resistant to break-ins should your office safe be? Does it have to be fireproof? What size should the safe be? Do you need additional services from an insurance company to protect your safe? All these factors are important to consider before buying. We also recommend you think about the location of the safe in the office because it plays a big role in ensuring the safety of your belongings. We investigated these and other questions in this article. So read on to learn all the intricacies of choosing an office safe!

What Is A Hasp Lock

Probably, each of us has used or seen a hasp lock at least once in our lives, but only some would know what it’s called. How do I know if I use a hasp lock? A hasp is a flat metal plate with a loop through which the lock goes in. Basically, it is a metal plate with notches that fits over the hinge before the pin that closes the door is inserted into the hinge. However, there’s more to know about hasp locks. We’re happy to share our knowledge and experience with those who need them to understand how locks work, how to maintain them and, more importantly, how to use them correctly. So, let’s take a closer look at hasp locks, so next time you hear this name or see one of them, you won’t be surprised.

7 Ways to Secure Your Airbnb Home for Rent

If you own a couple of apartments, renting out one of them is a wise decision. Owning more than two apartments would give you a good passive income. However, isn’t it impossible to avoid unexpected problems renting your house or apartment? Many people keep their facilities empty for years because they don’t want to deal with constant troubles. Creating a well-secured apartment with an integrated and well-structured security system might be hard. However, you’re not alone. Sure Lock & Key has more than three decades of experience securing people’s houses and we’re always glad to share it. Let’s take a closer look at the best methods and possible ways to secure your Airbnb home!

What to Consider Before Duplicating Your Office Keys

Each of us, at least once, has forgotten or lost our keys somewhere. Therefore, creating a duplicate to resolve this problem is quite reasonable. However, if we are discussing duplicating office keys, this is a completely different matter. After all, for business owners, the security of their facility is crucial. No one would want the keys to their office to end up in the wrong hands. Yet, sometimes you cannot do without duplicating keys. For example, the old key was lost. Or when your staff is growing and you need to give keys to new employees. So how do you make duplication safe? Sure Lock & Key is ready and happy to answer all of your questions, dispel your doubts and tell you everything there’s to know about commercial key duplication.

What is a thumb turn lock?

There are many different types of door locks on the market today, and it can be difficult to differentiate between them and decide which one you need. That’s why it’s not surprising that many people don’t even know what a thumb turn lock is, even though most probably have one in their house. This type of lock is more common than you might think and is often used in spaces where convenience and privacy are important. Let’s take a closer look at what thumb turn door locks are and how they work, so you can decide if they’re the right choice for your home.