According to the Burglary Prevention Council, summertime is peak season for house thefts. A home burglary occurs approximately every 15 seconds in the United States with $1,600 being the average amount of dollar loss. Almost 66% of all burglaries are residential with 62% occur between 9 am and 3 pm when no one is home.…
Many people will hide a key on the outside of their home either to gain access to their home through the front door or even a back door. Where it may sound like a good idea in the event you lose your keys or you are allowing a friend to hang out at your home,…
When losing your keys to your automobile, you basically have two options; heading to the dealership for a key replacement or getting a locksmith involved. No matter which approach you take, it will cost you out of pocket to replace. With that in mind we at Texan Lock and key would like to consider the…
Deadbolts have been very popular in residential security for many years and will be around for a long time to come. Deadbolt locks are different than spring bolt locks because you can move the lock bolts with keys and knobs and they don’t require springs. This makes them the best option for home security because…
Most of us have experienced breaking a key in the lock. Ultimately, panic is the first response, followed by sadness, anger, or laughter; maybe a combination of all three. In any case there is no need for any of it, despite the inconvenience of the situation. Simply take a deep breath and relax. Texan Lock…
There are two primary reasons to obtain a safe. One you want to protect your valuables from theft and two you want to protect your very important documents from a fire. Therefore, you will want to invest in a fire resistant safe. Safes are available in the traditional format or upright for firearms storage. Fire…
When it comes to the protocols of performing various locksmith services, there is a general application to help avoid mistakes and ensure you are working with an authentic locksmith professional. Where some protocols can vary from company to company, the basics are closely related. We at Texan Lock & Key would like to touch on…
Every day you go in and out of doors and set the lock. This is something that we often take for granted because a good sturdy lock will last without too many problems for some time. When you go to lock your door and find there is a problem most people panic. With lives becoming…
The types of service a locksmith company offers may vary. However a professional locksmith company should always offer some essential services. For those companies who may be lacking, you may want to consider an alternative locksmithing company. Texan Lock and Key will share some of those key services when someone is looking around for a…
Many of us leave our home in the sure knowledge that our doors and windows are locked securing our domiciles pending our return. But how secure is secure, and short of breaking windows or kicking doors, how can our security efforts be defeated? We need options! Bump Key Proof Locks & Lock Bumping Prevention Bumping…
