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  • Is Master Key for Your Home Safe?

    One key to open all your locks—it sounds like a fantastic solution for someone who ordinarily might have to carry around a bulky key ring to open all the locks on their property. You might have heard of the idea of having all your locks configured to accept the same key, which is referred to as a master key. Sure, it can make life easier, but with all your locks accepting the same key, does this pose a security risk for your property? [Read More]

  • Is a Master Key System Beneficial in Residences?

    Although a master key system will be of benefit in places where there are lots and lots of keys, such as hotels and secure office environments, they are not often found in domestic settings. In fairness, if you only have your front and back door to consider locking every time you go out, then a master key system is likely to be overkill. However, as soon as you have multiple locks that you need to get past to gain access to your property, then investing in a master key system will be beneficial. [Read More]

  • There's more to commercial locksmithing than cutting keys

    When you find yourself locked out of your business or need a lock repaired, you know that it's time to call your commercial locksmith. But a locksmith does much more than just cut keys and repair locks: today's locksmiths provide and install a wide range of security and access control systems that can help keep you and your business safe.  1. Access control systems Digital access control systems are an evolution of the traditional lock. [Read More]

  • 5 Times That You Should Consider Changing Your Locks

    Australia has one of the highest burglary rates in the world, and burglaries happen in many ways. Sometimes, intruders gain entry because they somehow have access to your keys. This is why it's important that you understand when the time is right to change the locks on your home's doors. If you encounter the following situations, consider changing the locks on your home's doors. 1. Someone Moves Out When someone moves out of your home, consider changing the locks. [Read More]

  • Why Doesn't Your New, Freshly-Cut Key Work?

    Whatever the reason might have been for having a new key cut, you expect the thing to work. It shouldn't be so complicated to have an existing key duplicated, but what about when there was an issue with the duplication process? You're standing at your front door, attempting to unlock it, and your new key doesn't work. What would cause a problem like this? And does it mean that you're in fact locked out? [Read More]

  • Why You Should Call An Auto Locksmith For Ignition Switch Problems

    A faulty ignition switch is a likely culprit if your car won't start. Fortunately, an experienced automobile locksmith can make a diagnosis and take care of what needs doing to ensure your car starts running again. Common signs that point to ignition switch problems are if your dashboard doesn't light up when you turn the ignition key to start position, the car powers down when you release it from the full start position or the car starts for just a moment before turning off. [Read More]

  • Why Might You Need a Locksmith For Your Home?

    In Australia, one of the most common reasons for people requiring the services of a local locksmith is to help them when they have mislaid their keys. If you have ever lost your keys or locked yourself out of your house, then you will know that the rapid responses of locksmiths can be invaluable. Not only will calling a locksmith help you to get back into your home, but doing so will also mean that you get peace of mind because, in the end, you also want to know that nobody else can potentially get into our house who should not be able to. [Read More]

  • Picking a Locksmith's Brain: How a Commercial Locksmith Can Help After You Move Your Business

    Have you just moved your business into a new building? Then you are probably just as exhausted as you are excited. But although you have a building full of tasks to take care of already, don't overlook security. No matter how secure your new business premises look to you, it's still a good idea to get a second opinion — a professional opinion. If you have just bought or rented a new building or office space, consider hiring a commercial locksmith. [Read More]

  • Down But Not Out: How to Beef Up Your Home's Security After a Burglary

    The moments following a home break-in can be overwhelming and confusing for most people. You feel vulnerable after your privacy is stripped away by burglars. What's more, you have to come to terms with the loss of valuable items you held dear. In such times, it's normal to feel like you've lost the security battle.  However, don't let intruders give you the feeling of defeat. This is the perfect time to rebuild your home's security so a similar incident doesn't occur in the future. [Read More]

  • 4 Tips to Choose a Reputable Auto Locksmith Service When Locked Out of Your Car

    Have you ever lost or misplaced your car keys and got locked out of your vehicle? Maybe the keys just stuck in the ignition or snapped without warning. At such moments of crisis, you desperately need automotive locksmith services. The industry is overflowing with many locksmiths, but very few can provide dependable services.  Here are four vital tips to assist you in finding the most reliable and qualified automotive locksmith in Australia: [Read More]