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What is rekeying and when do you need it

The first place to start when increasing your home’s security is with the most basic of all parts. Your door locks. That is, making sure all of your door locks are completely functional, the way they were meant to be. If you find they can’t be brought up to that level, the next step is to change your locks. The next question is who to use for the job? There are many locksmith services and you need to know which to choose. You also need to know what the options are. Well, the options in almost all scenarios is Rekeying or Lock Replacing. So you ask, what is rekeying and lock replacing? What is the difference between these two services? Our work ethic at Sure Lock & Key is to always inform our clients of their options and what that exactly entails. This will afford you the ability to understand and then make the best educated decisions, as quickly as possible!

How To Change Locks On The New House Doors

Just moved to a new house? Thinking about the need of changing door locks? Sure Lock & Key, as always, want to be useful and helpful, so our highly qualified technicians will share professional information about moving tips with you in this blog post. Keep reading! There are lots of things on your to-do list when you are moving to a new house: unpacking, having a housewarming, buying a new “welcome home” carpet, and, of course, changing old locks. Security should be a number one priority for everybody while moving to a new house. So, you definitely should gather more information from locksmiths about what you must do after moving to a new house.

When Do You Need Residential Locksmith Services

Obviously, you’re calling a locksmith if you need a new lock or to open a stubborn door. But do you know that there are lots of not so obvious situations in which you need a locksmith as well? Probably you didn’t even consider them as typical locksmith issues. Sure Lock & Key is here to help whether you need some services or information!

Tips On How To Maintain Your Locks

Our homes are equipped with lots of locks we use every day. Naturally, all of them are exposed to wear and tear. So, what can we do to postpone it? How can we make them work correctly for years to come? In this article, Sure Lock & Key will share some efficient tips and tricks to save money and time on lock replacement. Keep reading for more information!

7 Tips From Professionals On How To Avoid Getting Locked Out

Lockouts are part of locksmiths’ everyday routine. Probably, we’re unlocking a door while you’re reading this blog post. It’s our job, but we perfectly understand that such a situation causes you lots of stress, so we want to give you some tips to minimize the possibility itself. But you may ask “Is it even possible to avoid the possibility of being locked?” We are afraid no one can say ‘yes’ without lying. But there are some useful tricks to reduce the chances of being locked out. Stay with Sure Lock & Key to be safe and ready for every locksmith issue that may happen!

Importance Of Timely Screen Door Lock Replacement

One may think that since a screen door is designed to protect a home from insects, it’s not a big deal if it doesn’t close properly. But does this make sense ? Sure Lock & Key is a locksmith company with over 35 years of experience in the industry. So believe us, it’s always better to be safe than sorry. A double lock can sometimes be very persuasive in making a burglar, think twice! So don’t underestimate your screen door and its role in your safety. Let’s find out why it’s crucial to have a fully functional lock even though it’s only a screen door.

A Short Guide About What To Do If You Are Locked Out Of Your House

Are you standing outside the front door of your own house, realizing you're locked out? As a company that has been resolving such situations for over 35 years, we definitely understand how frustrating this can be. However, you’re not alone – millions of Americans have been there, and the good news is, there’s always a way back in. Whether it’s 9 a.m. on a weekday or 11 p.m. on a weekend, getting locked out of your house is never convenient, but it doesn’t have to ruin your day. Wondering what to do if locked out of the house? There are simple solutions that we're glad to share with you in this blog post. And if those don’t work, you can always call in the professionals with emergency lockout services to save the day.

Can A Locksmith Make A New Key Just From The Lock

There are lots of methods to make a new key. And depending on your case, a locksmith will choose the best one. Very often our customers face the situation where they need to get a new key just from the lock. It’s more complicated than usual duplication, but still possible and easily accessible if the locksmith knows what to do. Sure Lock & Key is always here whether you need a new key or the information on how to need it!

Key Duplication

We like to see people’s faces when we tell them that we can make a new key without a key, so there’s no need to change the whole lock. Making a key without a current one can sound like something from sci-fi movies, but it’s a common service we provide quite often. To be precise, there are a few methods a locksmith can use to make a new key. And each of them requires skills, knowledge, experience, and special tools. So let’s figure out how a professional locksmith can provide you with the new key when you’ve lost the last one! And remember, Sure Lock & Key is always here whether you need a new key or information!