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What is the best security camera for business

Sometimes business is about taking risks - investments, new ideas, new products, etc. Securing what you have worked so hard to achieve is simply a logical decision. So, with a resolve to do so, how do you go about it and what does it include? Let’s start at the beginning, CCTV cameras. They are an inevitable part of any security system, whether you’re an owner of a small restaurant, market, or big company. They will be your eyes and ears and provide you with evidence in case of trouble. Moreover, well-protected businesses may have fewer opportunities to experience security issues because well-protected facilities are less tempting. That’s what we learned after more than 35 years in the Locksmith and Security industry. Let’s take a closer look at the best security cameras for business owners. All the information below is based on this experience.

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How to secure your home

Proper home security not only helps you protect your personal belongings but gives you peace of mind and keeps you and your family safe. Fortunately, there are many reliable home security options nowadays, from do-it-yourself monitoring to advanced professional security systems. In addition, burglaries are becoming less common every year. However, despite declining rates, FBI data shows that burglaries occur about once every 30 seconds in the United States. So, we want to present you with a little guide on how to make your home safer. Most of these measures are quite simple and relatively inexpensive. We hope they’ll help you make your home a safer place. If you are interested in how to secure your home, this article is for you!

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Making Your Property Safer

Sometimes people think that it’s pointless to make small improvements. Strengthening home or business security might seem an expensive and somewhat complex action. Remember the process does not have to be overbearing. If your goal is to protect your property, you can do it one step at a time. Security upgrades are just so important and the truth is even minor upgrades have a considerable effect in the short and long run. For example, getting yourself a high-security lock may be the most brilliant idea when it comes to your safety. Most pin-tumbler locks, master locks, etc., can be tampered with. This unfortunate feature may make your home attractive to perpetrators. Most professional thieves can recognize different lock types, so they know how well you are protected by only taking a quick look. Let’s take a quick abridged lesson about what high-security locks are and whether you need them. Sure Lock & Key is always ready to give you a hand when challenging locksmith questions appear!

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Additional Security For Your Home Via Smart Devices

There’s no limit to improvement, especially if it concerns your house safety. There always will be something you could add, change or upgrade. New security inventions surface every day. Naturally, following each invention and variations of them might be complicated and time consuming. That’s why Sure Lock & Key put together this blog post for you. Inside you will find interesting and useful information concisely laid out to help you clarify security-related issues and hopefully provide some good answers. If not, remember that we’re always a call away to assist you!

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Making Your Apartment Secure With Professionals

A sense of security is one of the basic needs people need and in our modern societies, expect. Fulfilling it, we create a base for our personal growth and development. When we feel safe, we can be ourselves, relax, and work without constantly looking over our shoulders. Our private space, our territory, is untouchable, at least it should be. So what are the rules needed to be followed in order to properly answer the question of how to prevent home burglary, especially with respect to apartments? Different surveys report that thieves' approach robbing residential houses differently from apartments. Sure Lock & Key wants to provide you with tips that will work for your particular situation, so you won’t need to concoct something new on your own. We put together our experience as well as our customers whose apartments were unfortunately intruded upon. They are sad stories with which to learn from. Finally we have come up with a list of suggestions on how to secure an apartment. Let’s secure your home!

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Home Security For Older People

We all want our home to be an impregnable castle. However, this goal may be harder to reach for the elderly. Older people may see the world as it was when they were young. They might not be aware of all the modern security possibilities. As many seniors live alone, they might become easy victims of burglars. That’s why it is essential to help them with home safety. Unfortunately, a break-in occurs every 26 seconds in the US. Moreover, homes with no security measures are five times more likely to become targets of criminals. Sure Lock & Key, provides locksmith and security services, coast to coast, for more than 35 years. We have become very well versed in matters that pertain to making buildings safe and secure and have constantly developed our skills while helping thousands of customers. We would like to provide you with tips in order to best help those who are elderly in your life. The goal is to protect their homes against criminals and theft. Let’s take a quick look.

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Are Smart Locks Secure

Smart locks attract more and more people every day. No wonder the world is slowly giving up on classic locks. Who wouldn't want to open a door just by pressing a button? Who wouldn't want to be able to check to see if their entrance door is locked? However, generally speaking, are they worth it? Do smart locks really have so many advantages? Are they really cost effective? Let's take a quick look. Sure Lock & Key - has prepared their clients a useful guide and helper in the world of security in both the practical and theoretical spheres!

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Smart Locks VS. Traditional Locks

There’s still no agreement on which lock is the best. The answer always lies somewhere between “the one which is the most secure”, “the one you prefer” and their respective costs. However, we’re here to provide you with the information about these lock types from a professional point of view so that you can make an intelligent choice. Let’s figure out why getting rid of traditional locks is rather a wise idea and also explain what a smart lock is. Sure Lock & Key is here to advise and clarify any questions about locksmithing as well as to provide the professional services as they become necessary!

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The Alarm System History Guide

Feeling safe and protected is one of Mankind's most essential needs. No wonder we have been so concerned about it throughout history. The evolution of security alarm systems has played a crucial role in addressing these concerns. Today, we’re lucky to have all these magnificent state-of-the-art technologies, but our grandparents didn’t. Over time, the history of alarm systems shows us how far we've come, from basic mechanical alarms to sophisticated, smart systems. How has the security industry developed so greatly during the last few decades? What has changed and shaped it? This Sure Lock & Key short blog will give you a quick understanding of home security alarms, their importance, and why they will become even more important and definitely more advanced!