Are you planning to rekey locks and replace a deadbolt? Rekeying all your exterior locks is a great idea if you feel that someone has unauthorized access to one of your keys, or you have had a break-in recently. What about replacing your deadbolt? Below, First Lock & Security Technologies outlines some important considerations when…
As a professional locksmith serving the Greater Silicon Valley, CA area, we at First Lock & Security Technologies know firsthand how important it is to keep your possessions and valuables secure. One of the best ways to do that is through the investment in a home safe. However, with so many options available, it can…
When it comes to securing your home, the locks on your doors are your first line of defense. Unfortunately, just like your other home fixtures and systems, your door locks will experience problems locking and unlocking the door at some point. For example, they will likely experience wear and tear over time, the locking mechanism…
When it comes to ensuring the security of your home and protecting your loved ones, selecting the right lock is of the utmost importance. Your choice of lock can significantly impact the overall safety and peace of mind you experience in your residence. With so many options available on the market, it can be overwhelming…
Home security is vital to a safe residence, and the most basic form of home security is your door locks. Even with today’s ever growing technology and smart security systems, the locks on your exterior doors remain your home’s main line of defense against burglars and intruders. While residential door locks do not need to…
Leaving home for vacation is fun, but it can also be quite frightening. After all, practically all of your belongings are in your home. It is where you live and most likely where you feel most secure. But what if something were to happen when you were gone? Unfortunately, burglaries peak during vacation months since…
Too many homeowners just don’t think about their doors locks much but understanding the hardware on your doors and how it functions will help you keep them working well. After all, your locks are crucial for keeping your home safe and secure. If you do not know the signs of a failing lock, it is…
When at home, you should have a reasonable expectation that you and your loved ones are safe from outside forces. Your residence should be a place where you and your loved ones can relax and feel comfortable. Unfortunately though, there are burglars and other bad actors that would love to gain access to your home…
It usually happens during the usual morning rush hour to go to your office or drop the kids off at school. You rush out of your house and lock the door but forget the keys inside. The door is locked and you have no access to gain entry into back your home. What would you…
It is never a good sign when your key keeps turning in your door lock. In the worst case you are locked out but hopefully you can still gain access to the property through another entrance. Fortunately, the solution to a spinning key is fairly straightforward but it does require the assistance of a locksmith.…
