Are you looking for more ways to protect your property? we provide high quality residential, commercial and automotive locksmith services in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and surrounding area.We’ve serviced thousands of residences, businesses and vehicles over the years. Our mobile technicians enjoy helping local drivers and property owners find ways to enhance their security, and we want to help you do the same. Here are some tips and tricks to help you achieve the results you want.
- Basic Locks Are Easy to open.
The minimum standard locks purchased from your local store is easy to pick. Most modern-day criminals have an arsenal of tools that easily allow them to bypass normal locks. If you really want additional protection against a home invasion, Patriot Locksmith recommend upgrade your locks to high security models.
- Rekey the Locks After Moving into a New Place.
Did you recently purchase a previously owned home? Then it is a good idea to rekey or replace the existing locks. There is no way to know how many people were given a key to the property, so it is best to get new keys.
- Always lock your deadbolt
the most secure lock on the door is deadbolt, make sure to lock it before you leave the house to protect your property.
- Hide a Spare Key in Obvious Locations.
It may seem like a good idea to hide a spare key in the mailbox, underneath a rock in a nearby flower bed. However, every criminal in the world is aware of these obvious hiding spots. Having a few spare keys on hand is a good idea, but give them to a trusted spouse, friend or family member that you can rely on in an emergency.