May 2020
Summer Road Trip Security Tips
Ahh… road trips. They can be relaxing, enjoyable times for some of us and stressful situations for others (i.e. any family with kids). If you prepare ahead of time, however, you’re more likely to experience [...]
A Look at High-Tech Keys That Prevent Auto Lockouts
Isn’t modern technology great? Imagine the reaction of people from generations ago if we told them that one day they’d be able to schedule a single-serve cup of coffee to greet them in the morning [...]
DIY Locksmith Fails, Part 2
A few years ago, we took a look at some unique DIY locksmith fails and why it usually makes more sense to trust a professional locksmith for your security needs. Well, fast-forward to today and [...]
Plano Lock Rekey: 5 Scenarios to Change Your Locks
There are certain scenarios when change is a good thing. Living in your parent’s basement at the age of 55, for example, is one of them. Eating the same thing for lunch at work for [...]
April 2020
Locksmith Services You Can Still Use During COVID-19
The coronavirus has had an impact on all of us. We may not be sure whether a given business is still operating or not during this pandemic. At A-1 Locksmith, however, our operating hours have [...]
Should I Have Bought a Bigger Safe?
While the iconic phrase from the movie Jaws is known by many (“You’re gonna need a bigger boat”), the characters in the movie might have been better off if they sought shelter in a safe [...]
McKinney Auto Lockout: Kit vs. Professional
We’ve all been there. You’re browsing an e-commerce website, you see an ad for an amazingly beneficial product that’s on sale and you’re in the checkout making a purchase before you knew what hit you. [...]
March 2020
Scenarios When You’re Most Likely to Lock Your Keys In Your Car
There are certain scenarios when you’re more likely to experience problems than others. Working on your laptop with a glass of water nearby is one of them. Your toddler carrying dishes while walking on the [...]
3 Reasons Home Builders Should Know a Quality Locksmith
The long-term success of a home builder is usually dictated by the quality of the finished work, as well as the peace of mind that the new residence provides to its owners. Both of these [...]
Frisco Lock Rekey: How We Duplicate Keys
We're often asked how we do what we do. How is a home lock repaired? How do you open a car door if the keys are inside? What is the meaning of life? OK, maybe [...]
5 Reasons to Avoid a DIY Door Hardware Repair
Something in your house just broke. You are unsure of what to do, but you’d rather attempt to fix it yourself than call a professional. You look up an online video, start the repair and [...]
Buying a New Home? Here’s What You Should Do First.
There’s a lot involved with buying a home, from choosing a lender and deciding on a down payment to filling out a plethora of paperwork and coordinating all of the logistics involved with moving. (Plus [...]
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