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How to childproof the front door
Children are curious about everything that surrounds them. Time runs fast, and sometimes parents may not immediately realize if their baby crawls through the house and even opens doors. It's a pleasure to see your baby growing, but there is one thing. Children don’t always understand what is dangerous and what is not. Parents usually show great concern regarding their children’s safety. You may not be able to protect them from every possible danger, but you can at least, almost 100%, secure your house. There are so many cases of children opening the front door and running outside all by themselves. You never know what can happen to a defenseless child on the street. These facts should make us all wonder as to what is the best way to childproof the front door. Sure Lock & Key has put together the most important details in order for you to know how to reach that goal. We’re happy to give you DIY knowledge, if you are so inclined. We are also happy to provide you with a wide range of locksmith services in order to make your home safer for you and your children.
How to secure your trailer from being stolen
A lot of people use trailers for the transportation of their goods or cargo. This type of vehicle may be pretty easy to steal if you don’t secure it well enough. It is unpowered, so the thief can just attach it to their car. That’s not a situation you might want to deal with. So, the question is, how to secure your trailer from being stolen? There are different ways of protecting your vehicle, for some of them, you will need the help of a professional locksmith. However, there still are ways to secure your trailer by yourself. You can go through thousands of blogs and articles to find out what can be done and what can be improved, but who can guarantee that they contain the correct information? The risk is too high as you could lose your trailer without the option of getting it back. Most owners don't even want to imagine this even as a worst possible scenario. There are several methods to increase a security level, but it's hard to check whether they come from reliable sources. Sure Lock & Key assists customers not only with servicing you through our highly trained professionals but also with the valuable information you can use before calling for professional help and also once you have decided that you have no choice and must seek a solution from a registered locksmith. Keep reading!
How to open a toolbox without a key
When we hear the word “lock,” we immediately associate it with doors. The truth is many other things including all door types are secured with the help of locks. People may put them on everything they consider valuable. Toolboxes are no exception. Usually, they contain expensive tools, so it might be a good idea to secure them with a lock. If you do so, it means you’ll have to add another key to the bundle. The more keys you have, the higher the possibility of losing or misplacing one of them. How to open a locked toolbox without a key if that situation occurs? Sure Lock & Key is ready to help you open your locked out toolbox by yourself and if it proves a bit too difficult we will be happy to resolve the problem for you. After all, it's what we do. We offer a full spectrum of locksmith services. However, let's first try to do it without the help of a locksmith.
All about fireproof safes
Unforeseen situations and emergencies occur all the time and they’re almost impossible to avoid or predict. A fire, flood or some other unpleasant accident may strike you at any time. To avoid disastrous consequences these situations might bring, you might have to act beforehand. One of the first measures you can take to protect your valuable assets from damage is getting a fireproof safe. In case a fire strikes your building, at least some of the most important things will be protected against its influence. However, how to choose the best fireproof safe? What should you take into account? Sure Lock & Key has years of experience in the security industry and we’ll gladly answer these questions and share our knowledge with you.
Can a locksmith make a key fob on the spot
The days when it was so easy to go to your hardware store and get them to copy and cut an inexpensive blank key and Walla you had a new key, are over. Most new cars are equipped with either a push-button start system, a keyless entry system, or both. These modern key fobs are more convenient than old keys, but replacing them may be alot harder and surely a lot more expensive. This is true especially if you don’t know where to start and what options are available. If this describes what you're thinking then welcome to our unique three-decade synopsis of all the changes. Hold on while we speed through all the changes in the locksmith and security industry. Sure Lock & Key is always available and happy to help, whether you need a new key fob or the information about what a fob is. So let's quickly examine what a fob is and how it works. Then we will learn how to get our fob replaced, etc.
How To Pick a Tubular Lock
Tubular locks are often found on small gun safes, vending machines, computer locks, etc. They are high-security locks designed to make burglary difficult. The pins are arranged in a circle, and the key is a tube-shaped product with cuts on the outside. They are far away from a traditional lock look. You can always ask a professional locksmith to open any lock for you. However, there are various situations in life, and sometimes you might need to open the tubular lock yourself. That's why we found a way to make it happen, so if you are interested, read on!
What Is A Door Latch Guard
You've probably heard about the old credit card trick to get in or other tricks to open a door without a key. You may even have tried to open a door with a credit card yourself. It’s quite popular in movies and TV series. However, if someone can do it with an improvised tool, you may certainly need protection. A door latch guard is an extra little feature that is used to protect the door from breaking in. It’s an inexpensive addition with a huge benefit. Latch guards for doors are pieces of metal that are put on the latch of your door to block access to it when it is locked. Being a simple device, a latch guard provides its owner with significant security. Sure Lock & Key is happy to answer your locksmith-related questions to make your life easier and more secure!
Why is my key stuck in the ignition
Even if you use your car keys only twice a day, it’s still a considerable number of operations. However, while using them for their intended purpose, many of us have developed a habit of playing with them while waiting on a line, talking with people, or simply being distracted by something else. Many times keys are placed at the edge of a desk or counter and find their way to the floor in a big splash of sound. These little mishaps can cause damage to your keys. No wonder an object that bears so much attention can suddenly break, stop working, or get stuck in the ignition. The last scenario tends to be even more frustrating than breakage. If the key sometimes seems to be acting a bit stubborn it may seem that the only thing you need is to apply a bit more power and pull the key out. Unfortunately, this might complicate things even further because a stuck key is a problem that almost always needs professional intervention. However, there are cases where you can resolve the issue yourself. Just keep on reading and you will find the answer by reading our new blog post. Sure Lock & Key helps people not only by providing services but also by answering complicated locksmithing-related questions!
How to open a safe without a key or code?
Today, many people rely on safes to secure their valuables, and for good reason. Safes come in all shapes, sizes, and styles, covering both residential and commercial needs. The usability of these devices also varies depending on specific requirements. You can choose a safe with a physical locking system, a combination lock, or a digital mechanism. One thing all these types have in common is that it’s fairly easy to lose access to them. There’s always a possibility of losing your key or forgetting the combination. When this situation occurs, you may wonder what to do next: how to open a safe without keys or a combination? Sure Lock & Key knows how to handle issues like that, and we will gladly help you with any safe locksmith problems. For more details, keep reading!"