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Lockout Tips: Security Tips

24 HR Lockouts is your professional 24-hour locksmith that provides services to residential and commercial clients. However, we also offer great real estate locksmith services as well! We offer re-keys, lockbox installation, code cut keys, authorized pick opens, and much more. Today we would like to provide our realtor clientele with three great safety tips […]

Next to family and friends, your home is one of the most important things in your life. Protecting it and everyone who lives within its walls is crucial. With crime and home burglaries on the rise, it is important to learn new and diverse ways to secure your dwelling. Let’s review a few helpful tips […]

It’s a sad testament to our modern society, but porch pirates are becoming an increasingly difficult problem. Many seem quite brazen. Online shopping is now very popular. With the frequency and volume of packages delivery increasing, so will package theft. Here are some steps you can take to reduce and prevent theft of your holiday […]

Are you moving to a new home soon? Having a home safety checklist is an important step that you’ll want to reference before, during, and after you move. You should consider all potential risks before you commit to buying your new home so that you can keep yourself, your family, or your assets safe. What […]

Are you looking for more ways to protect your property? At 24 HR Lockouts, we provide high-quality residential, commercial, and automotive locksmith services for our customers. Over the years, our team has helped countless clients fix their lock and key issues. Our mobile technicians enjoy helping local drivers and property owners find ways to enhance […]

It may be hard to believe, but the holiday shopping season is just weeks away. Plus, the last few years have seen a significant increase in package delivery not just during the holiday season. Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic response, the popularity of home delivery has grown exponentially. With the frequency and volume […]

As the owner or manager of an apartment complex, it’s important to stay on top of the safety of your building. And your first step is contacting 24 HR Lockouts to make sure your locks are secure! Over time, locks begin to wear down, which can be especially dangerous at an apartment complex with so […]

If you live in an older home, you may not have the most effective security system. In fact, you may have no system at all and a house with considerable vulnerabilities. Experienced burglars look for older homes without security systems or with outdated, non-working systems. Does this sound like your situation? Then take a few […]

As the owner or manager of an apartment complex, you must stay on top of the safety of your building. Your first step is contacting the best locksmith in your area to make sure your locks are secure. Over time, locks begin to wear down, which can be especially dangerous at an apartment complex with […]

If you own or run a business,you want to protect your tangible assets, including the inventory you may carry. You need to keep everyone at your business safe and create an environment that helps people feel secure. Take a moment to consider your locks. Are they working for you? Are they suitable enough for the […]

Modern safes are very different from older models. They can easily be installed into most homes. Safes are not only a great way to hold any valuables you want to store securely, however they are a very effective method to protect important documents, keepsakes, and personal items. They come in a wide array of sizes, […]

If you are a local retailer, you already face obstacles to your continued success due to COVID-19. At the same time, retail crime is a real problem whether it’s external or internal theft. Even if you carry insurance, the out-of-pocket expenses can reach thousands of dollars for lost inventory, property damage, and business interruptions. The […]

The last few years have seen a considerable increase in package delivery around the holiday season. The increase in popularity of online shopping was already contributing to this, but it has skyrocketed since the increase in online shopping due to the COVID-19 pandemic. With the frequency and volume of packages delivery increasing, so will package […]

Ok, you are likely still in coronavirus lockdown. But, states are relaxing their rules, and it’s May. Soon, you will be free of your cabin fever and looking to take a vacation. With the unofficial start of summer on Memorial Day, many people will be practicing social distancing while getting away from it all. Besides […]

Most people living in older homes aren’t sure how effective their security system is. No wonder it is easier for experienced burglars to break into older homes that have obsolete security systems. If you are living in or are planning to move into an older home, then you should consider a thorough evaluation of the […]

The security of your home or business has changed significantly over the last few years. It used to be that only wealthy families or large corporations with big budgets could afford effective security for their property. Those without those resources would become easy targets for theft or other criminal conduct. Thankfully with technology and electronic […]

There’s a reason that 24-hour locksmiths exist. At 24 HR Lockouts, we’ve responded to many 24-hour locksmith requests over the years, and we’d like to go over why this service is important as well as discuss three cases where you might need to make that call. WHEN YOU THINK SOMEONE HAS BROKEN INTO YOUR HOME […]

Improve Your Home Security and Prevent Burglaries The holidays are a prime time for thieves to break into your home. You’re out shopping more, and costly presents are collecting in the closets and under the tree. 24 HR Lockouts has some tips to help prevent a home invasion. Home Invasion or Burglary? A home invasion […]

What is Lock Bumping? Lock bumping is a growing problem in the U.S. Burglars can order an inexpensive item online that enables them to break-in to your home with no trace of that break-in. Conventional locks may no longer be enough to prevent a burglary of your home, especially as the use of this easy […]

While most home break ins are frequently accompanied with property damage and other disruptions, many criminals will try hard to cause very little evidence of a break in. They don’t want you to notice the burglary until they are long gone. This makes it far more difficult for you to identify signs of an intrusion, […]

As they pack for their summer vacations, many homeowners become a little complacent in securing their homes against burglars who never relent in their quest to improve their skills in theft. The increasing rate of home burglaries during summer has become alarming. As a matter of fact, it is on record that about 2 million […]

It is important to know what to expect when you call a locksmith so that you know that you are receiving the highest quality of service. The process is comprised of 6 simple steps that take you from what the company is doing to what the company should do. The process comes down to: Locksmith […]

If your home has been robbed, you know the feelings of anger and violation. After the initial shock wears off, regain your calm and stay focused. Here’s what to do after you’ve been robbed. Here are some essential ways to deal with it. You’ve Been Robbed: Safety First, Leave the House Walking in your home […]

You know the old adage “They just don’t make them, like they used too”? As far as locks are concerned, that adage can be very true and telling. That’s not to say that the locks available today are of a lesser quality than the ones built years ago. In fact, many locks currently offer features […]

You come home to discover that you’ve been robbed. The feelings of violation and anger are still raw. After the initial shock wears off, you need to stay calm and focused. Take a deep breath and realize that you’re not entirely helpless. Here are some essential, empowering ways to deal with it. Safety First Walking […]

Deadbolt locks have been extraordinarily popular residential security options for many years at this point. They don’t seem to be going anywhere any time soon, either. Deadbolt locks differ from spring bolt locks. You can move their lock bolts with the assistance of keys or knobs. They don’t require springs, however. If you’re looking for […]

It’s an old but true adage:  “They just don’t make them, like they used too.” When referring to locks, that phrase is very true and telling. That doesn’t mean that the locks available today are of a lesser quality than the ones built years ago. In fact many locks today offer conveniences and benefits that […]

In this post, we are going to review some other factors besides security for you to consider when deciding between a traditional lock or a smart lock. Convenience This is an area where smart locks have some advantages. The ability to let someone into your home from miles away is great, especially if you have […]

Locks are just like everything else:  they’re vulnerable to deterioration and other problems. The winter months can often be a problem for them. Freezing locks can be a big concern during the wintertime. If your locks have been subjected to frigid temperatures, they may not be as effective and dependable as they were in the […]

24 HR Lockouts offers you this friendly reminder not the leave valuables in your car, especially when on summer vacation. These include wallets, purses, garage door openers, Laptops, ipads, iPods, cell phones, GPS, or even and especially firearms. Any bag that appears to have valuables inside could tempt a thief enough to break into your […]

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