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How to protect home windows from breaking in

Every homeowner is concerned about their own safety and the safety of their loved ones. It is necessary to eliminate all possible risks of intrusion and theft. Did you know burglars break in more often through windows than doors? It is because windows without additional protection are easy to break or knock out. Therefore, the owners began to resort to additional window security measures. Alarms, locks on windows, grills, and security cameras – minimize the risk of becoming a victim of criminals. Since we have been dealing with security for many years, we can tell you more about the nuances of each security measure.

The Time A Locksmith Needs To Open The Door

When you can’t enter your home or leave it due to some lock malfunctioning, you obviously don't have much time. There are lots of situations where lockout has to be as fast as possible because someone is stuck inside, your oven is working, or the tap isn’t shut down. Or you’ve just come home after a long hard day at work and need to relax. All of these reasons are highly important. That’s why people who are calling us for such a service want to know how long it takes to open the door. Sure Lock & Key is here to open that stubborn door or to provide you with all the information you need. Keep reading!

Preventing the Most Significant Automotive Security Threats

Unfortunately, we cannot predict all risks, but we can always take proactive measures to avoid potential emergencies. Most people would agree that personal safeguarding is essential, whether at home, in the office, while walking, or even in your own vehicle. From hacking attempts to car theft, automotive risks are real and require preventive steps. Thus, Sure Lock & Key will happily guide you through the most common automotive threats, providing practical steps and strategies to protect your vehicle. Whether it's safeguarding against keyless entry attacks or fortifying your car's physical security, we've got you covered with the helpful information below. Start reading now and stay ahead in protecting your ride.

How to install a french door

Wondering how to add charm and elegance to your home. If so, you might consider installing French Doors. If you're not exactly sure what French Doors are, well here's a quick description. They are double doors that combine glass panels with a wooden or metallic frame. As they’re mostly made out of glass, french doors make your home seem more spacious. While you need to leave other doors wide open to add some light and warmth inside, these doors are made for the purpose of Beautifying your home. Even though they are not transparent, it may seem like the boundaries between your house and the outside world are almost invisible. However, most of these doors are soundproof. So, they might be really useful to lock out any noise. If you decide to install a french door, you should really consider securing it. Sure Lock & Key knows how to do that. If you need any of our services, feel free to call. After all this is what we do and we love doing it!

Balancing Privacy Concerns with Biometric Locks: Striking the Perfect Equation

Biometric locks have seamlessly integrated into our lives, from simplifying access to safeguarding high-security facilities. These systems offer an additional layer of protection that traditional locking mechanisms cannot match. Still, the primary benefits of biometric devices are the significantly reduced risk of illegal entry and the eliminated concerns about lost or stolen keys. However, just like other systems, advanced locks come with their share of privacy concerns. It prompts a crucial question: Can we match the perfect balance between security and privacy? The path to this answer may not be straightforward, but Sure Lock & Key is here to unlock biometric device secrets and explore how to protect your privacy while fortifying defenses. Curious to know more? Take a quick look at this article for valuable insights.

How to avoid car theft

Finding out your car is stolen can be very stressful and disappointing. Just imagine the situation – you are returning to your car in the parking lot with your hands filled with grocery packs and find out your car is not on the spot. You anxiously start looking for your vehicle but cannot find it anyway and suddenly realize it is stolen. Feels like a real disaster? Definitely, it is. Even though nowadays the market is filled up with different modern devices to upgrade car security and today's car theft level is lower in comparison to the previous decade, it is still one of the most fundamental problems for all car owners. How to make your car more protected and inaccessible to thieves? We have collected useful yet simple tips on how to achieve it.

How to prevent locking your children in the car

You've become a multitasking person if you live with kids. Trying to cope with work, home responsibilities, vacations, or family trips at weekends may be overwhelming. In particular, if you have one of these hard mornings: you're trying your best to feed and dress your children while listening to their arguments on who will sit at which seat. It is super easy to get distracted and forget something important, for example, your keys or wallet. The pressure gets stronger when you sit in the vehicle, trying to remember whether you shut off the iron as your kids play on the seats. In all that, you somehow manage to move through a flow of cars in the rush hour and get to the destination as safely as possible. You must have a superpower if you're keeping up with that daily. However, troubles may happen even to the best of us. One day you may accidentally lock your children in the car. Many parents believe it will never happen to them until it does. To prevent locking the children in the car, look through these tips. They may be helpful for you. However, if that has happened, don't hesitate to call for emergency locksmith services straight away.

How do high-speed doors work

If you're an owner of a big warehouse or any public space, you know how hard it might be to find the proper door for your facility. Many people enter buildings like that throughout the day. That's why it's essential to get a door that will not get worn out easily. Mechanical doors, even the most qualitative ones, are not the best option for commercial properties and public facilities. These buildings are mostly equipped with automated doors. Today, there are so many different types of these doors out in the market. Which one is the best for your business and what to consider before making the decision? Sure Lock & Key created a little guide on one of the most popular doors of that type – high-speed door. Let's dive in!

Home Automation Vacation Mode: ON

Going on vacation can be more stressful than relaxing if you don't take proper care of your home security. We all know the thrill and excitement one may experience before leaving. It doesn't matter whether you're going for a couple of days or longer. It can be quite overwhelming having to juggle everything before you leave. There are many things to do before leaving home besides packing your suitcases. First of all, you need to set the level of security in and around your home so your home and possessions remain secure. If you have acquired one of the home automation systems available today your task will be much easier and it won't take much time. Sure Lock & Key has written a guide on how to get the maximum benefit from your smart home automation while you're away. Let's take a quick review of some of the main points.