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It is quite popular to think that the more expensive the device, the better its quality. But is it really so? Does this apply to all our purchases? Well, if we're talking about cars, you're probably more likely to go for a more expensive brand. This is understandable because a car is an important investment that should serve you for many years and you'd want it to ensure safety and comfort. This also applies to door locks. However, it is impossible to say unequivocally that the most expensive lock will be your best choice. After all, in this way, you can only overpay and get an expensive door lock with the same characteristics as a cheaper option. Therefore, it is best to understand this issue and weigh all aspects so that the quality of the selected device corresponds to its price. If you need the services of a professional locksmith who can advise you on which lock to choose and install, then Sure Lock & Key is a great choice! Our company has been in the locksmith and security industry for over 30 years and provides all types of locksmith services you could ever need.

Have you ever wondered how locksmiths unlock doors without the exact key? If you're a person who is always interested in the process as well as the result, you have probably thought about it at least once. What special tools do they have? Today, we decided to focus on a lock pick gun ‒ a locksmithing item that may be used to pick a lock and open the doors. What is it? How does it work? Do criminals use these devices to unlock the door? Should I worry? Sure Lock & Key has a long-lasting experience in locksmithing and security and we definitely have your desired answers to these questions. We shared them below and welcome you to check them.

There are a lot of aspects to consider during vacation or business trips. Flights schedule, fuss with luggage, hotel check-ups and many other things that are undoubtedly important. Still, after you are already in your hotel room and have unpacked all your stuff, usually, the first question that arises is – "How to keep my valuables safe in the hotel room?". It's understandable because there were so many stories when valuable assets got stolen from the hotel safes. Not the most pleasant situation, right? However, when you are out of your hotel room, keeping your laptop or photo camera in a safe still remains the most reasonable option. To be honest, hotels frequently make their safes less secure by themselves. This can be explained by placing safes in the obvious locations, which makes them easy to access, or installing them faulty, which makes them easy to be stolen. Some hotel managers also use the master key systems, which also reduces the overall hotel safe's security. Still, to make you less worried about your valuables, Sure Lock & Key took a closer look at the most frequent hotel safes and aspects that make hotel safes more reliable and secure.

You've probably seen many movies where characters succeeded in removing the handcuffs off their wrists. Some of them insisted they knew the secret method to move the wrists so that they could take off the handcuffs like usual bracelets. Obviously, it's a myth that is not worth believing, like many other criminal-related home security myths. Nevertheless, have you ever wondered whether removing the handcuffs in other ways is possible? Or do you think only magicians have this ability? The answer is yes. Anyone could possibly escape the handcuffs using handy materials with prior practice. However, how can it be so? Don't the manufacturers know their way of making handcuffs to change the mechanism? Actually, they do know and they don't change the mechanism because everything is not that simple. Let's talk about it in detail in the chapters below. We welcome you to read it.

Today, safes are becoming more and more common. A few years ago, they were mostly used for commercial purposes, but now people often purchase them for their houses as well. A decent safe is one of the greatest ways to protect your most valuable assets from various external threats. You can choose between a variety of options in different sizes, shapes, materials, etc. You can decide which lock type to use as well, mechanical or electronic. However, we noticed the tendency of people to choose digital locks more recently. This lock type has its own advantages and disadvantages. It's really secure and convenient to use, but just like any other technology, it can go out of order at some point. What to do in a situation like that? Override keys might be the answer. Let's discuss them in more detail.

Did you know that in many break-ins, intruders don’t bother with any fancy tricks? Most just walk right in through the front door. It’s unsettling but true, which is why front-door security is so important. At Sure Lock & Key, we’ve helped countless people restore their security after break-ins, and we know how stressful and upsetting it can be. However, we’ve also learned much about keeping potential intruders out. Keep reading to explore practical ways and security upgrades to strengthen your front door security and protect your home.