The move to a first apartment is an exciting time in your adult child's life, but it can make you nervous. You may be concerned about his or her safety and security when not under your roof. Fortunately, you and your locksmith can put a few safety measures in place to help keep your child safe in a new home. Here are just a few ideas to consider.
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If you own one firearms, gun safes are definitely the most secure method of storing them. Unfortunately, if a gun safe is installed in an area that is visible to an intruder, they may have quicker access to the firearm than you will. Another problem is if the safe is in a room different from where you are at the time an intruder enters the house, you won't have access to the safe.
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When homeowners think of the locks on their house, they often imagine the traditional deadbolt as the best way to secure their home. There are now some modern locks that use technology in unique ways that can replace those old-fashioned deadbolts. If you are a novice when it comes to lock replacement, know that both of these locks can be installed by a locksmith.
Biometric Locks
Everyone loves the ability to use their fingerprint to unlock their phone due to its simplicity and convenience.
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You depend upon your locks to function well so that your home remains secure. This can backfire spectacularly if your key gets stuck in the lock, since this means you can't lock your door properly. The following tips can help you handle this issue so you can leave your home locked up and secure without wasting too much time trying to fix the lock.
Tip #1: Stabilize the lock
A common cause of a stuck key is that the center locking mechanism on the doorknob or deadbolt has become loose.
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When it comes to securing your home, the locks on your doors play a critical role. Yet, it is possible for locks to encounter a number of problems that can cause them to fail. Sadly, new homeowners may not be fully aware of the steps that can be taken when their locks develop problems. If you know the answers to the following couple of questions, you will be in a better position to correct issues with your locks.
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