Chicago Locksmiths Blog
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Chicago Locksmith services all locksmith needs in the Chicago area. Visit the blog to find useful information about lock change and rekey locksmith services, commercial locksmith services, lock installation and lock repair services.
Chicago Locksmiths Blog
3w ago
In this blog post, the professional Chicago smart lock installation service team here at Chicago Locksmiths will answer some of the most frequently asked questions that we regularly hear regarding smart locks and electronic locks.
What exactly is a smart lock?
Smart locks are a form of technology that provides digital locking and unlocking services for doors. Smart locks are an update of traditional mechanical lock and key systems. They can be operated with a range of secure access options including pin codes, biometric scanning of your eyes or fingerprints (or even your voice!); or convenie ..read more
Chicago Locksmiths Blog
3w ago
One of the major benefits of working with our professional Chicago on-call residential locksmith technicians or Chicago commercial locksmith professionals is the peace of mind it provides. There’s a wide range of lock, key, and security hardware-related issues that can affect the safety and security of home and business owners alike – and only with the assistance of a truly skilled lock and key technician can you guarantee that your Chicagoland property is truly outfit with the right combination of security hardware and safety protocols to ensure your safety. In this blog entry, we’ll describe ..read more
Chicago Locksmiths Blog
2M ago
Windows are a commonly overlooked – but crucial – aspect of home security. In this blog entry, the Chicago residential lock installation team here at Chicago Locksmith will detail the most important things to know about window security.
What are the most common window security risks?
Lack of extra window security measures like reinforced or laminated glass, security bars, or sensors
Weak or old window locks – or lack of window locks
Lack of impact resistant glass or security scenes
Cheap, low-quality window frames or glass
Unlocked and unprotected basement windows
What are the different type ..read more
Chicago Locksmiths Blog
2M ago
Are you considering upgrading the locks at your Chicago home or business? We recommend considering installing a keypad lock. Keypad locks come with a range of practical and security benefits that can generally improve the convenience of accessing your Chicagoland property as well as how secure your property is.
What exactly are keypad locks?
Keypad locks are electronic locks that do not require a key to open
Keypad locks require a number code
Keypad locks involve an electronic control unit that links the keypad itself to the locking system
Most keypad locks have batteries that ensure the lock ..read more
Chicago Locksmiths Blog
3M ago
As with home security, the best practices for retail security involve placing multiple security layers on top of one another. Here’s a great guide as prepared by the Chicagoland commercial locksmith service experts at Chicago Locksmith to building an ideal security infrastructure and maintaining ideal security practices at your retail location.
Assess the Retail Layout
First analyze the layout of your location to help you figure out what security solutions should be implemented that won’t interfere with your existing security layers. Note access points, areas where items of value are ..read more
Chicago Locksmiths Blog
4M ago
Security Benefits of Smart Doorbells
Smart doorbell sales have been stronger than ever before due to the security benefits that smart doorbells (and smart locks) afford to homeowners. Smart doorbells additionally offer the convenience of letting you observe things happening outside of your home without actually having to be at home. Smart doorbells deter thieves from stealing packages off porches, which is more of an issue than ever before in 2023 (in fact, in a recent survey, it was determined that 1 in 7 Americans have had thieves steal packages from their home.) smart doorbells allow you to ..read more
Chicago Locksmiths Blog
4M ago
How safe are lockboxes?
Lockboxes are considered safe for key storage, but they are too easily the most crime-proof systems in the industry. Deciding whether a lockbox provides robust security really depends on what level of security you need for your property. Lockboxes are difficult – but not impossible – to break into, yet they make a popular choice for realtors and property owners to securely store their keys. However, you probably don’t want to store keys for a location that houses your most important valuables within a lockbox.
Can lockboxes be broken into?
Yes, just like door lock ..read more
Chicago Locksmiths Blog
4M ago
Our Chicago lock repair team here at Chicago Locksmiths can rapidly repair all manner of lock malfunctions – both common and rare. In this blog entry, our professional Chicagoland locksmith service team will detail some common issues with door locks, and the best ways to fix them.
Stuck Locks and Jammed Locks
This is the most common issue that people experience with their locks, aside from lost keys. This often occurs when dirt, grime, or debris gets built up inside the lock mechanism, when door latches are misaligned, or when internal components of the locks are damaged from age or forced ent ..read more
Chicago Locksmiths Blog
5M ago
Landlords, real estate agents, and other agents that maintain residential or commercial residential properties all have unique sets of concerns when it comes to maintaining security. In this blog entry, the expert high security Chicago lock and security hardware installation team here at Chicago Locksmith will detail some tactics that can be utilized in order to keep your rental property secure.
Securing Entrances
We recommend securing all entrance doors with a high security double cylinder deadbolt – especially in doors that have windows nearby, as the double cylinder deadbolt can prevent the ..read more
Chicago Locksmiths Blog
7M ago
Chicago Locksmiths successfully completed the replacement of 300 locks – and installation of new door hardware – in a high-rise building located in the heart of Chicago. With our expertise in security solutions, our professional residential complex locksmith service team efficiently upgraded the locks to enhance the building’s overall safety, and provide residents with a heightened sense of security. This project showcases Chicago Locksmiths’ commitment to delivering large-scale lock replacement projects while maintaining their reputation for reliability and professionalism.
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