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Master locks are a fantastic way to implement security focused key control at your commercial property. In this blog entry, the master key installation experts here at SOS Locksmith will provide some detail as to the proper scenarios in which … Continue reading
Here at SOS Locksmith, we proudly perform lock change service for many residential and commercial clients everywhere from the City to the Suburbs. In this blog post, some of our expert lock change and lock repair technicians will detail some … Continue reading
Tubular locks are fast becoming a popular lock choice for businesses, providing a unique security level due to their specialized construction. In this blog post, the lock installation team here at SOS Locksmith will detail the basics of tubular locks … Continue reading
Here at SOS Locksmith, home security is our bread and butter. Many people take an extra stringent approach to their home security by installing multiple locks on a single door as an additional precaution to bolster their property against potential … Continue reading
Front door locks are a total essential for any secure home or business. It’s the first line of strategy in any successful security infrastructure. However, locks, just like all pieces of machinery, degrade over time and sometimes require replacement. Here’s … Continue reading
Residential locks find the need to be replaced from time to time – for varying reasons. Here’s a list of the most common reasons that locks are changed, as prepared by the lock change experts here at SOS Locksmith. TweetShare
When upgrading your locks in 2019, you might be wondering about the thousands of options available to you. Luckily, we, the lock installation experts here at SOS Locksmith are here to help. In this blog post, we will provide some … Continue reading
Euro cylinder locks, while much less common and relied upon than the traditional deadbolt lock, are a uniquely effective security solution. Here’s a guide from the expert locksmiths at SOS Locksmith on the strengths and weaknesses of Euro Cylinder Locks. … Continue reading
Replacing your front door lock isn’t as simple as filling a glass of water. Not only is it a technically complex operation for the expert lock installation technician, but there’s many important factors to consider even from a customer perspective. … Continue reading
Some of the newest technology in the lock industry is keyless locks. The technology for keyless locks was originally created for use with cars, but soon, keyless locks for residential and commercial locations began popping up. Whether you’re obsessed with … Continue reading
Doorknobs are one of the most recognizable pieces of lock hardware, and when they don’t work correctly, it can become impossible to open or close a door. In this brief blog entry, the lock experts at SOS Locksmith will provide … Continue reading
With massive technological strides being made in the residential security sector in the last few years, there’s a plethora of fantastic electronic lock options for homeowners – or even commercial business owners. One of the most convenient varieties of contemporary … Continue reading
The residential security experts at SOS Locksmith understand all the ins and outs of ensuring that your home’s doors are protected. This can only be accomplished by layering a large variety of security aspects on top of one another, in … Continue reading
There’s been many influential security and lock related figures throughout the storybook of collective history – with some rising high above others. Here’s a guide, as prepared by the professional locksmith experts at SOS, to the key historical figures who … Continue reading
Vehicular ignition cylinder issues is one of the most common catalysts for a call to an automotive locksmith – and they certainly are a significant issue. Ignition cylinder problems can completely prevent you from being able to operate your vehicle … Continue reading
While many people mix the two processes up, ignition rekeying is actually very different than an ignition cylinder replacement. A replacement totally, well, replaces the entire ignition cylinder mechanism in your car, and is usually carried out when an ignition … Continue reading
Programming transponder keys is a process that, while simple to our licensed experts, confuses many members of the public. At SOS, we believe our ability to successfully and skillfully program transponder keys sets us apart from the majority of locksmiths … Continue reading
Here at SOS Locksmiths we receive lots of inquiries and questions from our curious customers. Some of these are regarding window locks – which, while not the primary focus of our business, are still covered by the umbrella of our … Continue reading
Garage doors are important aspects of home security, and are often seen as a target by thieves or burglars. Operated with a remote control, power garage doors usually don’t have the option of turning off remote functionality, say if you … Continue reading
As far as your home or business is concerned, getting a high security lock is one of the most important things that you can do. However, not all high security locks are made alike – and understanding their various features … Continue reading
When we discuss the most trusted lock brands in the industry, we’re not talking about new brands with flashy temporary illusory innovation. We’re talking about the time and consumer tested brands that offer stable solutions at a value for all … Continue reading
Finding a padlock that truly stands up When you’re searching for the right padlock for your home or business, it can be a bit overwhelming to sort through all the different brands and options. From finishes and design flourishes, … Continue reading
There’s a ton of options that consumers have in terms of technology that can help them secure their belongings. However, there’s some crossover with these items – specifically with safes and lockboxes. How secure are they? How much protection do … Continue reading
It’s official; we’re in the dead of winter. It’s time to prepare to shovel driveways and break out the heavy jackets. Unfortunately, the increasingly cold weather can also cause functional issues with your home or business’s locks. For residences, commercial … Continue reading
Feature Lock: Mul-T-Lock Hercular Deadbolt It usually surprises people to realize how easily, and quickly, regular, traditional lock hardware can be picked. There’s tons of educational resources out there for burglars to teach themselves how to break into homes. By … Continue reading
While the word “key” conjures the same shape of a traditional key in many people’s minds, there’s actually quite a bit of variance in the shape, structure, and function of keys. This small blog entry will help you differentiate between … Continue reading
Just like most home appliances and tools, locks sometimes need to be changed for varying reasons. Thankfully, it’s quite a simple and easy process to get your locks replaced. This is a distinctively different process than re-keying, which has … Continue reading
There’s a number of practical tactics that homeowners can adopt to increase the security of their home. Oftentimes, resisting burglary is a matter of mindfully making sure there are no loose strings in your home security, as well as installing … Continue reading
Protect the records of the employee In order to avoid the danger of legal action, it is important that the employee’s medical records be kept confidential. These include the medical records, social security records, salary information and documents with personal … Continue reading
If you need spare keys that can fit your house, there are a number of alternatives that you can consider. There are many places where spare keys are cut. These include big hardware stores, many airports concessions and several … Continue reading
If you find yourself locked out of your home, car or office, don’t panic. Life is so busy, mistakes are bound to happen. Take a moment out of your day now to protect yourself against these mishaps. If you’ve … Continue reading
Arrow’s Interactive Revolution Locks Means Business The latest fleet of locks by the esteemed Arrow group has caught our attention this week. They’re called the Arrow Revolution. But what makes these deadbolts revolutionary? With a market catering to a … Continue reading
This August’s US Open is set to take place in Flushing Meadows, Queens. While tennis fans have been anticipating the tournament for months, many of them, along with the event’s players have been put on edge as a result of … Continue reading
Secure your home and family under lock and key Your home contains all of your most important things- your family, your memories, and of course your belongings. You want to not only feel safe at home, but actually be safe. … Continue reading
If you have something worth protecting within your home, rental property, or business, you need lock cylinders that can take punishment and remain sturdy in both construction and appearance. No lock cylinder stays strong quite like Medeco³ Rim & Mortise … Continue reading
When you want to protect your home and your family, the important thing to consider is the reliability of the security system you have installed. Home security has gone high tech and the best way to have added protection is … Continue reading
When installing a door, it is always important to take into consideration whether or not it will be able to make a strong first impression. The door is the first thing that people see when they walk into a home … Continue reading
The form and function of the traditional locking mechanism is under assault by the future. While the core usage of a lock is likely to remain the same, new models are popping up on the market, technologically superior devices outfitted … Continue reading
When it comes to security locks, you want to choose a locksmith company that is reputable and will do the job. Here are 20 high security locks on the market we highly recommend today Medeco³ Rim & Mortise … Continue reading
The security of your home is only as good as the lock on your front door. The frightening fact is that most door handles aren’t as stable or thief-proof as you might like to think. However, there is a … Continue reading
Unfortunately, some of us come to expect the worst safety conditions in our learning environments. Today headlines are filled with shootings and scenarios that tantamount crisis. Truthfully, it seems that most of us merely hope that the time … Continue reading
Nobody understands high security systems better than Mul-T-Lock. The new MT5®+ PLATFORM is backed by significant improvements and industry leading technologies. In its fifth generation, the MT5®+ PLATFORM has revolutionized not only the lock, but the key. Since both a … Continue reading
Cylindrical lock-sets can be referred to as “key in lever” or “bored locks. A cylindrical lock-set consists of multiple spring cassettes. There is a pair of levers, the cylindrical assembly, and a latch bolt unit. These levers are attached to … Continue reading
After Kwikset produced a stylish new e-lock called Kēvo, we saw other companies come out with electronic locks like the Danalock by Poly-Control and The Yale Real Living Touchscreen Z-Wave Deadbolt. They’ve all drawn wide interest. Now it’s the … Continue reading
Walter T. Shaw is a tricky chap. Regarded as the Michael Jordan of jewel thieves, Mr. Shaw recently interviewed with MSN about his tactics to enter a home and pilfer the valuables inside. The comical part about this piece was … Continue reading
People do a lot of things to burglar-proof their home. Precautions readily exist. But, when it comes to actually securing one’s door, people take a costly shortcut when they shouldn’t. Securing a door isn’t that difficult, nor is … Continue reading
The Medeco Maxum deadbolt prevents a burglar from making a sledge hammer useful on the lock of your door. Supreme mechanical cylinder features and certifications make this solid brass construction the best. Medeco Maxum deadbolt is in accordance with … Continue reading
The Medeco Maxum deadbolt lock is not only very durable, but it’s constructed for dynamic security needs. The keys which operate the lock have an unseen functionality. They can only be duplicated by the owner of the lock. This ensures … Continue reading
The Medeco Maxum deadbolt is protective against drilling, wrenching, bumping and prying attacks. The electronic version supports audits to the cylinder, audits to the keys, and multiple user access groups. Above all, there is no wiring involved. Only The Medeco … Continue reading
The Medeco Maxum deadbolt lock has unparalleled durability. One can drill into it, try to kick through the door it’s installed to, take a hammer or crowbar to it, but it’s not going anywhere. With the Medeco Maxum deadbolt, safety … Continue reading
Doors with decorative window glass are vulnerable to invasion. But not with the Medeco Maxum deadbolt lock. With a feature that allows you to lock the door from both the inside and the outside, broken glass is where the invasion … Continue reading
The Medeco Maxum deadbolt is built to the highest standard. Its quality exceeds the Grade 1 ANSI/BHMA A156.36 standard for auxiliary locks. Medeco Maxum deadbolt minimizes security risks by sheer construction. Most locks aren’t built to the UL437 standard … Continue reading
Home Security statistics in the United States. According to the FBI there are nearly 3 million burglaries in the USA each year. 1 in 63 homes are burglarized. That equates to money. A lot of money. 4.6 billion dollars in … Continue reading
The Medeco Maxum deadbolt is more than solid piece of lock. It hold up to physical attacks better than off the shelf deadbolts. The statistics has proven that 2/3 burglary happens on forced entry. The electric and mechanical features are … Continue reading
Property managers face a myriad of security challenges in New York City. If there’s one thing that should never sleep, it’s definitely security. As a destination of high-rise, commercial, and residential buildings, professional office spaces and historic monuments, property managers … Continue reading
Feature of Medecto M3 Deadbolt Lock These classic commercial style Medeco M3 deadbolt lock are high security locks with the 2 3/8″ Backset to fit standard home doors. Medeco m3 are UL listed for use on fire doors; Grade … Continue reading
Looking to install high security locks in your home, building, office or institution. SOS Locksmith has a wide varieties of high security locks in NYC and we do all the installation. Today we focus on Medeco deadbolt lock series that … Continue reading
Lockouts are a very difficult to position to find oneself in. Most lockouts occur when keys are misplaced or left inside the home, resulting in individuals remaining unable to access their residence. Most people would typically resort to a … Continue reading
For high security locks products designed for the protection of residential property, offices, institutions, industrial complexes, buildings and vehicles, Mul-T-Lock is one of the most accomplished providers in the industry. Mul-T-Lock is a prestigious brand and has serviced over 100 … Continue reading
It’s easy to claim that you’re the best in the industry. There is rarely anyone willing to try and challenge you, especially in an industry as understated and locksmiths. So how exactly do you know who’s really the best and … Continue reading
For the customary door lock, there are only two types of door locks and door knobs. From these two types, different security measures are added, making them more difficult to break. However, the truth still remains that they can only … Continue reading
It seems the more technology advances, the closer we are for to making things we consider movie magic into reality. I mean, we are still a few years (decades) away from the flying car from Back To the Future (unfortunately), … Continue reading
At SOS Locksmith, we are the only New York based company that supplies the latest technology from Medeco. Is this important, you ask? Why yes, it is. After all, we are dedicated to keeping you safe by providing you with … Continue reading
There was a time when the only thing you worried about when your kid went to school was whether they were doing well and if they were making friends. That was a long time ago. It started with Columbine … Continue reading
Door locks were invented over more than 4000 years ago by Egyptians. They were just basic lock with a simple key made out of iron. Now days there are all types of locks. Until now these types of locks are … Continue reading
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