If you have old door locks and you’re worried about how well they keep your home secure, you might be tempted to buy stronger locks at a hardware store and upgrade them yourself. However, thanks to the rise of key bumping, it is no longer safe to buy basic locks off the shelf. They are far too easy to open without even doing any damage to the door or lock. Here is some information about key bumping and what you can do to prevent it.…
Read More »If you’re locked out of your house, the easiest solution is to call a locksmith. However, you probably want to get inside by yourself if you can. If you have a fairly new home with security locks, there may not be much you can do. However, if your home is older and still has its original locks and doors, you might find a way inside. Here are some things to try.…
Read More »Steel entryway doors can start to stick and sag, which can make it hard for them to open. This can happen if the screws located in the hinge of the door become loose and prohibits the door from closing properly. Steel doors may also stick as a building ages and start to settle, which can pull the door frame out of place. The tips provided below provides some information on adjusting steel entryway doors.…
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