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How to change a mailbox lock

A mailbox is a part of private property even though it’s located at the edge of your yard or in the hall, far from your apartment. Sometimes, people may neglect their mailbox lock maintenance because of its location. Sometimes mailboxes become a victim of vandals for identical reasons and sometimes their fate is to be a forgotten home accessory. However, losing access to it or having its lock broken might be a problem especially when letters, receipts, and other important documents are still received there. There are several options for how to change the mailbox lock, but they all differ depending on the situation. If you would like to have it clear and make sure that you are not missing any details, keep reading this article. <a href="/">Sure Lock & Key</a> is ready to help you with mailbox locks replacement, whether you need actual assistance or our experience and suggestions to do it yourself!

Why you may need a gun safe

Weapons storage is a serious process requiring knowledge and the right approach. It's not just about cleaning, repairing, or testing. The place where you keep it is highly important as well. People who have never used a gun safe before, may think, I need immediate access should a situation arise. There are also those who may consider it expensive or even uncomfortable because you can’t move the safe quickly. However, when it comes to gun security, you and your family must be the first priority, simply because you are the highest priority. <a href="/">Sure Lock & Key</a> is always available to provide you with the many reasons why you may need a gun safe.

How to change a door lock cylinder

A cylinder is the core of the lock and the place where you insert the key. It is also the part that carries out the most important function that your lock was created for – protecting you, your loved ones and your assets. The cylinder has several pins that shift into place when you put a specific key inside. When people have their locks rekeyed, it actually means that they reset their cylinder. Lock cylinder replacement is one of the most popular services we provide. However, still many people don’t know they have this option and go for a whole lock replacement. <a href="/">Sure Lock & Key</a> is always ready to help you. We are therefore now going to provide you with insights on how to change a door lock cylinder. If you prefer to do everything without help from the outside, you may use our suggestions. Let’s dive in!

5 common things everybody might forget to secure

Today, people try to make their property as secure as possible. Some search for information about alarm monitoring systems and CCTV cameras, others purchase safes for their assets and still others install high-security locks. All these things are good, but sometimes they may not be enough. In trying to find the best ways to secure our assets, we may forget about securing important but not so obvious other things. To assist you in the process of finding these things in your house or office, <a href="/">Sure Lock & Key</a> has created a list of them! Keep reading our short new blog post and find out what they are.

5 Reasons To Change A Door Lock

The safety of our homes is certainly our responsibility. Lock maintenance and replacement are core elements to your safety needs. A sudden malfunction or a door lock accident can present a complicated situation. Experience tells us that there are at least 5 reasons that might force a person to change the lock on the door. Having the information needed to deal with these types of situations changes the pressure experienced at the moment and gives you a heads up and direction as to how to proceed. It may also help you avoid the unexpected. <a href="/">Sure Lock & Key</a> is always happy to explain any area of Locksmithing and Security to you as well as explaining why and when you need to change a door lock. So check out this short blog and we will try to give you all the information you may need. If that's good with you let’s get started.

8 Things you need to become a locksmith

Becoming a great locksmith is a life-long journey, but let it not scare you. If you like what you do, this journey will be fascinating. A locksmith training requires up to 3-4 years of studying and then years and years of growth and self-development. However, the main thing you should focus on is the quality, not the pace. A qualified technician knows every part of the mechanism and how it works. Whether it’s a smart lock, master lock system, safe lock installation, or one of the many different other services including tools and parts. A professional must be ready for everything. <a href="/">Sure Lock & Key</a> is a company with extensive experience and a great reputation. Having Provided locksmith services for almost four decades, we have learned all the aspects of locksmithing, tried all the possible ways and now we can conclude the following: We have 8 core tips that will help you become a locksmith.

How to secure your windows from burglars

Like all people, a thief will likely prefer a door to enter your home because it’s less suspicious. You may not think twice upon seeing a person who opens a door, but someone hanging around a window might look strange. So don't be fooled, an unsecured window can certainly be a potential entry point for unwanted guests. Understanding this will lead you to consider window protection on the same level as door entry point protection . Logically the easier it might be for the burglar to break into your house the more he is likely to use that potential even if entering a window is much more conspicuous. Security requires an integrated approach. Forgetting or neglecting one aspect of it, weakens the whole security plan. So, let’s see what you can do to make your windows as reliable as possible. <a href="/">Sure Lock & Key</a> is always happy to help when it comes to your security!

What smart locks work with Alexa

A smart lock is an important intelligent home device to consider in these challenging times. With these easy-to-install devices, you may secure your home from anywhere. These locks get even better with Amazon Alexa integration, which allows you to easily ensure everything is locked. Many Alexa-enabled devices are available today and making your home smarter and safer has never been easier. <a href="/">Sure Lock & Key</a> has over 35 years of experience in the Locksmith and Security industry and we would like to help you better understand what a smart lock is and how it works. Let’s look!

Child safety at home: what to do

If your desire is to better keep your home safe for your children, let us direct you regarding today’s safety measures and how you can adapt them in the overall goal of child safety within your home. However, they require specific knowledge and the use of special devices. If you have not had any previous experience then you are probably not familiar with them. Let us remember to always stay focused on the main factor to be used in defining your strategy. This of course is your child. <a href="/">Sure Lock & Key</a>, cares very much about both - safety and children For our purposes they go together. Making homes safe for kids is our job. We want to share with you what we have learned over our 35 years of experience in the Locksmith and Security industry so that you can protect your home and your children. Let’s start!