Have you lost all your car keys? Or maybe you’re just trying to make a spare truck key. Don’t buy them yourself. Please. This is a huge pet peeve of most locksmiths.

Here we are again with another match up of door hardware giants. Today we’ll tackle Baldwin VS Emtek. It’s a close match, with both brands coming in as heavyweight contenders for upper scale residential hardware.

Locked your keys in your car? Don’t worry. It happens all the time. We’re not here to judge you, we’re here to help. Who should you call though? A tow truck or a locksmith? While both are able to provide the service of unlocking your car, there are some distinct differences.

Are three things you’ll want to have before you need one. Sorry, no joke here. These are the three people you want to know long before you get in trouble. Life is messy. If anyone taught you otherwise, they’re dead wrong. Sticky situations happen and you will want to be well equipped to deal with them.

Are you looking to add a double cylinder lock to your home or business? Before you jump into your purchase there are some things to consider. While a double cylinder lock provides a higher level of protection and security, it also has some major pitfalls that you need to be aware of.

Locks are one of those things we use everyday, yet many of us don’t know the origin of them. Whatever happened to skeleton key locks? Why do we use the locks we do? While lever locks were quite popular for some time, today we see pin tumbler locks more than anything else, which are derived from an Ancient Egyptian lock.

Emtek produces an elegant & timeless line of locks that last. Meanwhile, Weiser produces locks in tune with a rental unit or homes with teens.

Replacing the locks on your door is an important part of maintaining the security of your home. Unfortunately, there are times when it is necessary to replace the locks on your door.

Losing your mailbox keys can be frustrating. However, a locksmith can provide services for mailboxes so long as they’re not owned by Canada Post.

When attempting to pick a lock, certain things should be avoided. This ensures that the lock is not damaged or rendered unusable.

Looking to purchase some new door hardware? These three tips will help you decide what’s best for you.

How to prevent misfortune, and keep yourself from getting locked out.

Looking to purchase an electronic deadbolt? There are a few things to consider before making your purchase. Cruise through our article on how to choose an electronic deadbolt.

So you want to become a locksmith? Let’s discuss what it means to be a locksmith, and see if you have what it takes.

Have you recently moved? Why you should rekey your home, and how.

Not all deadbolts are made to the same quality. Learn to discern what makes a good deadbolt, and the different grades of quality.

Lock picking as depicted in film is not always accurate. Let’s cover some of the good, bad, and the ugly of lock picking in cinema.

Looking for a locksmith in BC? Ensure the job is done right the first time by using only a licensed locksmith.

When should you consider utilizing a high security key? In this issue we’ll cover the pros and cons of a restricted keyway.

Child Safety with cars and vehicle locks. How you can help prevent tragedy.