What is a smart lock?
Whether it is phones, TV, cars or home, it seems everything these days is getting smart. So, how could be locks far behind. But what is a smart lock? It basically means a lock that doesn’t require a regular physical key to lock or unlock your door. These systems sync with your smart phone to…
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3 Ways to Detect A Faulty Ignition Lock Cylinder
You ever get in the car and try to insert the key into the ignition lock only to find that it gets stuck or won’t go in? Or, worse, you turn the key to find that the car isn’t starting? These can be terrifying experiences, especially if you need your car to reach office or…
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4 Reasons You Need a Spare Car Key
Car keys have a knack of getting misplaced, accidentally locked into cars and breaking off in ignitions. The short and simple fact is that you can’t just rely on having one key and it’s super easy and cheap to get a backup! All you have to do is visit your local auto locksmith and get…
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How to Prevent Lock Bumping
It’s easy to fall into the trap of thinking we are totally secure once we lock the door. After all, your locks are doing their job, right? All you have to do is twist that little piece on your doorknob and no one can get in without the magical key. What if we told you…
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Never Get Locked Out of Your Car Again with These 4 Easy Tips!
Getting locked out of your vehicle is a real drag. It can happen easily if you’re in a rush or not paying close attention to what you’re doing. Usually getting locked out aggravates an already stressful situation, making it one of the world’s biggest inconveniences. Well, we all learn from experience. At Racine’s Lock &…
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Don’t Be Fooled: 5 Tips for Avoiding Locksmith Scams
When you get locked out, the unfortunate truth is that some people would try to take advantage of your stressful situation. The way these scam artists see it, you’re willing to pay ANYTHING to get back into your home, car, or office. And while you might feel that way for a minute, but once it’s…
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3 Reasons to Install a Digital Peephole Camera TODAY!
Why should you install a digital peephole camera? We will give you three compelling reasons to do so. Are you ready? This is how it happens: You’re up a little later than usual, maybe binge-watching that Netflix series or surfing the web. Soon as you know it, it’s two in the morning and you think…
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Are Physical Keys Going to Become Obsolete?
The world is going digital and everything around us is changing fast. So, what does this mean for the future of the good, old-fashioned physical keys jingling right now in your pocket? When you buy your first home, your first car, or your first office building, one of the most memorable moments in those transactions…
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Tips to provide excellent customer service for locksmiths
Market today is highly customer driven. Social media platforms and proliferation of smart devices have empowered customers to be always connected. Result? They now share their experiences, post comments and feedback and even compare rates in an instant. So, it is not just about your services and products but also how you deliver them. Clearly,…
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