Mistakes are all part of learning and growing. Every action gets a reaction and mistakes are included. Blunders happen to us all. But Texan Lock and Key would like to offer some advice to help make mistakes in the locksmith industry avoidable.
 
– Contractors do not have enough training to properly install dead bolts. Dead bolt installation is better done by a professional. Texan Lock and Key pros have the training and experience to properly install a dead bolt that will work efficiently.
– Installing a dead bolt close to a window that is either on the door or close to it is useless. Glass is easily broken, and if that unsavory character wants into your home, simply breaking the glass and reaching in to unlatch the dead bolt is all it will take. Get a double cylinder lock that requires a key.
– Overlooking getting your locks rekeyed when buying a new home. There could be dozens of replicas circulating through the city to your home. So many people don’t think about the possibilities, but it is always important to get your home rekeyed when moving in.
– Many people still get the “Do not Duplicate” key duplicated. Don’t let your guard down simply because that is etched onto the key. Instead invest in high security locks with keys that are not duplicated at a hardware store.
– Safes with dial combination locks are often sensitive. Dials are spinning too quickly for the pins to line up is most common. Trying to use too much pressure to open the door before it is actually unlocked, and forcing closure when there is an evident problem. Spin the dial patiently, make sure the combination is complete before yanking the handle open and finally don’t forcefully shut the door if there is an issue. Fix the problem before closing down.
– Many people panic in an emergency situation and will call several locksmith to aid them in their quest. Please be courteous and call out one locksmith to help you.
– A common mistake people make is believing they locked up their doors. Get in the habit of checking a locked door. Too many folks get victimized thinking their doors were locked and come home to their belongings gone.
– Forcing a key when there is clearly something going wrong. If the moving parts in your lock are wearing out or pins are not in proper alignment, forcing a key may cause the key to break into your lock.
– Hiding the spare key. Too many burglars will either scout the area for someone to use the “hidden key” or will simply go looking for one when they know no one is home. Keys are not easily hidden and are often found.
 

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We hope these tips help you avoid any problems. Whenever you are in need, give Texan Lock and Key a call for all your locksmith services.