Even burglars would rather not have to work in the cold atmosphere of our Canadian winters. Even so, there are times when the weather is milder and sadly there are some criminals who are willing to brave the cold. Here are a few suggestions to improve the safety of yourContinue Reading
Anyone who takes possession of a new home without taking the step to change the locks might be setting the possibility of an easy break-in. Over the years, previous homeowners may have given away spare keys to friends and family. In many cases, they don’t bother to get them backContinue Reading
During the last decade, the locksmithing industry has made good progress opening the lines of communications … not only between fellow locksmiths, but throughout the entire industry. As diverse and specialized as the profession is quickly becoming, it is impossible for any individual locksmith to keep up without having accessContinue Reading
Establishing and implementing a preventive maintenance program for your door hardware can be a great asset for both businesses and residences. The benefits may include reduced emergency service calls, increased safety and security, and, of course, money saved. A preventive maintenance program must be carried out on a regular scheduleContinue Reading
Before computers and the electronic age, we considered security to be metal-to-metal. Anyone seeking extra security turned to a locksmith first. Every security product was in a dormant stage of locked or unlocked. Individuals with authority could operate the security product. There was no recorded history of lock usage. NothingContinue Reading