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Mortise Locks: How They Work and What Benefits Can They Offer

Today, there are many different locking mechanisms out on the market. It might be a bit hard and confusing to choose the best one. There are all kinds of mechanical locks, like deadbolts, mortise locks, knob locks, padlocks, etc. Also, there are many different options for keyless locking systems. The ones with a code or systems operated by fobs, cards, or even smartphones. Which one to choose depends on many factors – the type of door, whether it's for commercial or residential purposes, etc. Let's discuss one of the most commonly used mechanical locks – the mortise lock. How do they work? What kind of purposes do they serve? Are mortise locks secure? Sure Lock & Key is ready to answer all these questions and provide you with additional information on mortise locks.

I Lost My Keys: Should I Change Locks

Key loss is probably one of the most common locksmith issues. Your keys might fall out of your bag and you don't notice, or you could also accidentally lose them somewhere. These kinds of incidents happen all the time. When dealing with key loss, the first thing most people do is change all their locks. This is logical, as people are afraid that someone will find the keys and use them to get into their house. Also, you can never know for certain if you lost the keys or if someone stole them. If an intruder has your key, it makes it much easier to break into your home, as they don't have to deal with picking the lock. So, changing the locks is a great solution for key loss. However, is it the only option? Sure Lock & Key is ready to give you an answer to this question. Keep reading!

What is a motion sensor

All of us want to feel safe and secure when we’re at home or work. It’s advisable to provide your property with the best security possible to achieve that. Today, there are various devices out on the market you can choose from. We want to focus on one of them in particular. Motion sensors or motion detectors are an integral part of any security system. Sure Lock & Key knows everything about this device and wants to share our knowledge with you. As you can suggest from the name, these sensors are designed to detect any movement and transmit the information about it to the control panel. Then it’ll inform the security company or you through an app on your smartphone.

What is a slim jim tool

Many car owners have accidentally locked their keys inside the car and couldn’t get in. That is definitely not the nicest experience and most people have no idea how to act in that situation. Usually, they just start panicking or try to unlock the door using brutal force. Some would break a window, which is not the worst solution, especially if, for example, your dog is locked inside. However, as we all know, it’s only a temporary type of solution. You will have to deal with a lock or window replacement. Actually, there are many tools you can use to unlock the car door. Today, we want to talk about a slim jim tool and how you can use it. Sure Lock & Key knows everything about this device and we would like to share our knowledge with you.

What is a key decoder

Life is full of surprises. Some of them are nice and some of them are rather unpleasant. A broken key definitely belongs to the second type. However, professional locksmith services are a sure way out of this situation, no matter the aggravating circumstances. When you need to make a new key, but duplication is impossible due to a key’s deformation, decoding is one of the solutions. The technology allows the creation of an identical key using a broken one or even a door lock if the key is missing. Each key has a unique code in the form of cuts on the blade, so it is impossible to buy the same key. In this case, decoding is great because a technician can determine the code and reproduce the key. It is also worth adding that there are several types of key decoders. The difference is that certain types require a key, while others can determine the codes using only the door lock. So below, we will look at some types of key decoders. Let’s begin!

3 Types of Concealed Safes - How Do You Hide a Safe

Choosing a safe is a task that requires maximum attention, thorough consideration of each option and professional assistance. That is the principle we highly recommend applying because pitfalls are everywhere. Your safe will be a place where you will store your most precious valuables, so it’s better to be reliable. But what makes a safe reliable? Have you ever heard about concealed safes? Unlike safes, which are placed on an open surface, concealed safes are specially masked to provide an even higher level of security, so a thief will have to spend more time finding where it is due to disguise. These safes also have high-quality and difficult-to-break locks. Now, consider which types of concealed safes are the most common. Underfloor safes. Usually, these safes are small in size and installed under the concrete floor of your house. Even knowing the exact location does not always mean that someone will be able to get to your valuables. These safes are really hard to uninstall or even to get to them. In addition, they are equipped with reliable locks that are difficult to break. Thus, underfloor safes provide almost the highest level of security. Floorboard safes. Similar to underfloor safes, this safe type is also installed under the floor in your home. However, if the first ones are designed only for concrete covering, a floorboard safe may be disguised under a parquet base or other material. To install floor safes the locksmith needs to make special holes in the floor and mount them with joists and bolts. Wall safes. This safe is installed in special holes in the house's wall and fixed with special fasteners. That makes the safe virtually impossible to uninstall without the necessary effort. Another aspect that makes the wall safe extremely secure is the high level of disguising. After all, these safes are often hidden behind cabinets, paintings, TVs, or other objects, which makes them practically invisible.

3 Important Signs Your Security Is Not Working Properly

We all know what impact a good security system provides. It helps us feel more secure and protected anywhere we are. It also helps our society identify burglars and other criminals, which leads to the lowering of the crime rate. However, just like any other technology, it needs regular maintenance to work properly and secure us for as long as possible. So, how can you find out that your security system is malfunctioning? How not to lose this moment and not pay more for repair? Sure Lock & Key would like to share our experience and knowledge to protect you. Read our blog post, and you will find the answer.

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.

What is Lock Bumping

Unfortunately, break-ins occur quite often. Criminals come up with many different ways to bypass your security and get inside the house. Usually, they use the front door as their main entry. So, they need to deal with your lock. They use various methods to break your lock, like lock picking, lock bumping, drilling, etc. Today, we’re going to talk more about lock bumping, define what this process is and what are the best ways to prevent it. Sure Lock & Key prepared for you this article about lock bumping and ways to prevent it. Let’s start!