Deadbolts, which are normally located on the outside doors of your home, typically have knob locks as the locking device. This type of lock cannot be forced open easily, but are simple to pick. To prevent this, you can add a device that will result in an increased security measure to make you feel safer. This device, called a flip guard, is designed to protect against bump keys and has other benefits.
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A commercial locksmith can help when you need to install locks for your commercial building or have the locks rekeyed. But they also offer many services that you may need as a commercial business owner. Here are three of the lesser-known services that a commercial locksmith offers.
Replacing Keys for Vending Machines
It is common for business owners to place vending machines in the break room. This allows your employees to grab a soda, candy bar, or bag of chips on their break or during their lunchtime.
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The common misconception that locksmiths simply work on new buildings for their security, cut keys and repair locks on doors has plagued public awareness about locksmith services since long. The importance of locksmith services is also often undermined, for instance, a 'handyman' is engaged for most seemingly minor residential and even commercial security issues instead of a professional locksmith. However, in modern times, the extent of services which a locksmith can provide and their importance has tremendously increased.
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Although you may already have strong locks on the front and back doors of your home, you may still be leaving yourself vulnerable to criminals by failing to secure other common access points. Here are two frequently forgotten doors that also need good tamper-proof locks to keep out burglars, home invaders, and other ne'er-do-wells:
Interior Garage Door
Check any home in your neighborhood, and chances are good the interior door that allows entry into the home from the garage is secured with a flimsy lock.
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Renting out your home on any of the popular home-rental websites can be a good way to make extra money, especially if you travel frequently and your home often sits empty for days at a time. Before you move forward with this idea, you should seriously consider investing in a safe. A large safe placed inside your home will be handy when a stranger is living in your home for a short period of time.
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