Al's Locksmith

You probably know that England's Tower of London was a prison and the scene of historical bloodshed. Did you know, though, that the tradition of locking its outer gates each night has persisted without a single lapse for over 450 years?

Did you know locksmithing can also be a hobby? King Louis XVI was an avid locksmithing enthusiast and was often encouraged in his hobby because of its practical application.

Not surprisingly, early car locks were mechanical rather than electronic. Basically, manufacturers would use a certain type of key blank that could be cut to fit any lock in their line of cars (usually either pin tumbler or wafer tumbler).

A burglary occurs in the U.S. every 15 seconds. Although a fair share of those break ins involve forced entry, a majority of burglars gain entry through unlocked doors and windows.

There are many advantages of laser cut automotive keys to traditional mechanical cut laser keys. Primarily, they offer a number of security advantages, as their lock cylinders are harder to pick than traditional cylinders.

The plugs (pins) on deadbolts locks should be manufactured from hardened steel. This prevents it from being cut off or weakened by a saw. Forged brass components are among the best and, for greatest security, should have a Grade 1 or 2 security rating.

It’s important to remember that the same features that make your vehicle less attractive to car thieves can also create headaches for you when they stop working. If a digital locking system is the only way to access your vehicle and it stops working, it may be necessary to contact a locksmith for help.

Do you ever worry that the locks you can buy at the hardware store aren’t really as heavy duty as they claim on the packaging? Let’s talk about the level of security you’re trying to create so that we can help you select and install the appropriate locks.

One of the hallmarks of a good automobile locksmith service is that we rely on skill and expertise to open a locked car – not force. This saves hundreds of dollars in repair and replacement costs, because when one car lock is replaced, the others will also need replacing.

It’s important to remember that certain types of door locks are especially easy for young children to learn to operate. When you want to prevent your child from getting outside without you, you may want to add a lock that requires a key on the inside.

Business open to the public, such as schools, have a mixed of areas that are open and restricted. Card access or door buzzers can provide security and limit access to offices and conference areas.

Moving to a new home? Don't forget to change the locks. You never know who may have a key to the existing locks at your new address. While you're at it, consider having all your locks modified to open with a single key. It's a convenient and security conscious option because there'll be fewer keys to keep track of.