The Difference Between Safes and Lockboxes

Safes and lockboxes are often confused for each other, but in reality these pieces of equipment are very different in their function and level of true security, although they may sound similar. Here’s a guide to the differences between professional … Continue reading

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Gun Safes

Gun safes have interiors that are meant to hold long guns, such as rifles, shotguns, carbines, and muskets. Long guns are usually defined by the extended lengths of their barrels, as opposed to the length of the weapon mechanisms itself. … Continue reading

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Home Break-In Statistics

When trying to keep a secure home, it can really help to know some of the trends and numbers that commonly define home break-ins and burglaries across the country. Even if you can’t ever be one hundred percent prepared for … Continue reading

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Types of Home Security Systems

There’s a wide variety of home security systems currently on the market. Choosing between them to find which one is best for your home can be very daunting. Installing a security system at your home ensures the protection of your … Continue reading

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Common kinds of Door Repairs

Many locksmiths and door repair experts find that a malfunctioning lock is the product of a non-working door.  In this short blog post, I’ll detail some of the most common door malfunctions that interfere with the ability of locks to … Continue reading

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Top Tools Used by Locksmiths

Just like any other manual trade, locksmithing requires it’s own set of tools. It’s incredibly important that every locksmith has a full range of tools – as many different situations call for different tools, and the only way to be … Continue reading

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Professional Home Security Assessment

This blog post will help you assess the security of your home on a professional level. Risk assessments help you balance the cost of the defensive strategy against whatever losses might happen if it isn’t implemented. It’s important to remember … Continue reading

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Should I get a Safe or a Lockbox?

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

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How to Protect your Luggage from Theft in Airports

In the world we live in, protecting one’s own property becomes something to be prepared for. Many people consider suitcases to be somewhat “unprotectable” over international flights – simply due to the long amount of time these bags are being … Continue reading

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SECURITY TIPS ALL CYCLISTS SHOULD IN NYC

In this blog entry, we’ll discuss potential solutions to the threat of bicycle theft. These solutions are a practice of a balance between practicality, cost, and convenience. Most people can’t carry around a heavy duty chain and eight locks wherever … Continue reading

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TUBULAR LOCKS

  The device widely known as a tubular lock is also referred to as a circle pin tumbler, an Ace lock, or a radial lock. Similar to how tissues are ubiquitously/colloquially referred to as Kleenexes, tubular locks are sometimes called … Continue reading

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Different Types of Keys

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

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Video Intercoms and Their Security Benefits

If you’re looking to maximize the integrity of your home or business security, electronic surveillance is an essential must. Since the advent of security technology, robberies and break-ins has steadily decreased. By investing in electronic security systems, you’re exponentially increasing … Continue reading

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When it’s right to Change your Locks

  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

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Home Security Tips

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

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Gardall UL 2-Hour Fire Safes Can Protect Your Small Business from Devastating Loss

If you are a small business owner, you have things you need to protect. Those “things” include important documents that may cause suspension of your business activities if lost or stolen. You may be the owner of a small business … Continue reading

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10 Things to Know Before Buying a Safe

When you want to keep your most important documents or valuable items secure, you need a safe. However, not all safes are created equal, so take a moment to learn more about safes before you buy a safe Fireproof Safes … Continue reading

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Video Intercom

Video Intercoms allow you or your family to see who is at the door before unlocking it. The moment someone presses the doorbell a ring sounds and your visitor is displayed on a screen. You have the option of answering … Continue reading

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Safe Service NYC – Safe Service in New York City

Safes have been used traditionally to protect cash, important documents and valuables from fire and theft. There are several varieties of safes in the market today. This is an important investment for your home or office. Hence, you should consider … Continue reading

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Safe Maintenance NYC – Safe Maintenance in New York City

Until the early 19th century, safes were used to protect valuables from burglars. They offered little protection from fire and floods. They were made up of wooden boxes with iron hoops. The fire-proof iron chests were introduced into the market … Continue reading

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Safes Repair NYC – Service for a Safe

Having a safe installed is a great way to up the security factor in any home or place of business.  As with all manmade items, from time to time, these safes will need some repair.  The repairs can be minor … Continue reading

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Gardall Safe MS 912GE

Standard Features Include: Outside Dimensions: H: 131⁄2” W: 163⁄4” D: 151⁄4” Inside Dimensions: H: 91⁄2” W: 123⁄4” D: 101⁄4” Weight: 85 •       One-hour fire safe label* •       Center bolt down ( hardware included ) •       Dual security key and combination … Continue reading

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Gardall 3018 Safe NYC

Standard Features Include: Outside Dimensions: H: 371⁄4” W: 231⁄4” D: 253⁄4” Inside Dimensions: H: 30” W: 18” D: 173⁄4” Cubic Inches: 9585 Weight: 620 Shelves: 3 •       Thick 41⁄4” door with recessed anti-pry design. Safe walls are 21⁄2” thick •       … Continue reading

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Gardall RC 1218 NYC

Standard Features Include: Outside Dimensions: H:18” W:111⁄2” D:13” Inside Dimensions: H:11” W: 101⁄2” D: 101⁄2” Cubic Inches: 1213 Weight: 105 •       CLASS B Insurance Rating – 1/2” steel door with punch resistant bolt and relocking device to deter forcible entry. … Continue reading

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Gardall SL6000 Safe NYC

Standard Features Include: Outside Dimensions: H: 123⁄8” W: 143⁄8” D:6” Inside Dimensions: H:12” W:14” D: 41⁄2””  Cubic Inches: 756 Weight: 45 •       A 1” flange for easier installation. •       Designed to be recessed into a wall and concealed by a … Continue reading

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Gardall FL1218 Safe NYC

Specification on Gardall safe SOS Locksmith carries  Gardall FL1218 Safe  Standard Features of Gardall FL1218 Safe NYC Include: Outside Dimensions: H:18” W:111/2” D:13” Inside Dimensions: H:11” W:101⁄2” D: 101⁄2””  Cubic Inches: 1213 Weight: 110 •       CLASS B Insurance Rating – 1/2” … Continue reading

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Gardall GBF1713 Safe

Standard Features Include: Outside Dimensions: H:211⁄4” W:181⁄8” D:201⁄8” Inside Dimensions: H:161⁄2” W:13” D:131⁄4”  Cubic Inches: 2,842  Weight: 355  Shelves: 1 ·         Hard plate to deter drilling. ·         Independent re-locking device. ·         Solid steel handle designed to shear off under attack. … Continue reading

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Amsec UL1812: Listed as 2 Hour Fire Rated Safe

Features: Withstands fire of up to 1850°F and a 30’ drop-the equivalent of falling through a two story building   Handle activated locking system with 7/8” diameter solid steel locking bolts   Auxiliary spring loaded re-locking mechanism in event of … Continue reading

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Safes Repairing NYC – Importance of Safe Repair

A safe is designed to keep your valuables protected, but this type of security only works when it is well-maintained. There are many reasons why you may need to call a safes repair NYC company. The first step is identifying … Continue reading

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Safes Service NY – Asking the Right Questions Beforehand

There was a time when the only things you cared to protect were your stash of candy and your favorite toys.  Then you got older and protecting your heart and your image was all that mattered.  Now you’re fully-grown and … Continue reading

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Safes Repair NYC – What to do if Your Safe Gets Stuck

Most of us have seen those movie scenes where some professional thief or maverick managed to open a locked safe in a matter of minutes.  And all they had to do was press an ear against the door and listen … Continue reading

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