5 Ways to Improve Rental Property Security in DFW
The Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex is known for a lot of things, from Tex-Mex and cowboy hats to long commutes and unpredictable weather. It’s also known for its number of renters, as six out of every 10 people living in DFW are renting their residence instead of purchasing it. Since there [...]
4 Home Security Rules Your Family Should Live By
Family rules. We all have them in one form or another. One of them could be saying “please” and “thank you.” Another could be always telling the truth. Or, always keeping your promises. Some other family rules you should prioritize are related to safety. From setting the alarm when you [...]
Why Improving Home Security Should Be Your New Year’s Resolution
Ah… New Year’s Resolutions. Some people couldn’t care less about them. Others use them as an opportunity to better themselves. Regardless of which one describes you, the fact remains that a new year is upon us and it’s a new chance to think about your home’s security. While many traditionally [...]
What Is the Most Vulnerable Entry Point In Your Home?
Let’s play a quick game of Jeopardy!, shall we? Here’s the answer: The most vulnerable entry point in your home. Is it the chimney? No, many houses don’t even have chimneys. Is it the garage door? Good guess, but still not right. The front door? Still no. The answer to [...]
Locksmith Cost: Proactive vs. Reactive Services
There’s an old proverb that says “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” This is true whether you’re talking about medical situations, financial investments or home maintenance. For the purposes of this blog post, we’ll be talking about the latter — specifically, the security aspects of home [...]
Could Your Garage Door be a Vulnerability in Your Home Security?
So, you think your home is pretty safe, right? You have locks on your exterior doors, your windows are shut tight and locked. Maybe you even have an alarm system that ensures you feel safe and cozy when you leave the house in the morning or turn off the lights [...]
Is Your Home Security System at Risk for Being Hacked
Did you know that in Texas, as in many states, Locksmith are required to maintain certifications, licensing and undergo extensive training before they engage in, legal, locksmith services? Turns out it takes more than a lock pick and a set of keys to ensure the safety and security of someone’s [...]
3 Reasons why a Gun Cannot Replace a Home Security System
Let’s get serious for a moment. While many of our safety and security write-ups here at A-1 Locksmith can be fun, silly and downright ridiculous, we’re cognizant that the safety of you and your family is a paramount concern. It is to us, as well. When it comes to home [...]
7 Habits that Might Make your Home a Target for Crime
Admit it, you’re a creature of habit. Every morning you hit the snooze button exactly twice before rolling blindly out of bed, stumbling to the coffee maker and pushing start. You take the same train, road or bus into the office. At the end of the day you leave the [...]
5 Ways Your Kids Could be Hurting Your Home Security
The joys of children. You hold them when they’re babies. They laugh and roll your eyes when they’re toddlers. You help them through their primary school days with ABC’s and reading lessons. You devote time, money and energy into helping them grow and blossom into young adults, only to see [...]
