July 24, 2019 4:20 pm
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When you use local home, office and automotive services, you’re supporting small businesses and your community. It’s a way to give back while getting something you need in return. For example, your need for a new lock replacement can support the surrounding economy. And needing new locks installed or help with a home or car lockout can be stressful when you don’t know who you can trust. Locksmiths advise against trying to pick locks without the right tools, especially if your knowledge is lacking. Do you need to call an expert locksmith for help? Consider choosing a small, established business... View Article
June 10, 2019 11:09 pm
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Have you been locked out of your home or car? There are plenty of interesting methods to open the door without the use of a key. However, these techniques aren’t always reliable and can sometimes damage the door or the lock. Continue reading to learn why we always recommend hiring a locksmith in Fairfax, VA instead of attempting DIY methods: Licensed expertise: The best part about hiring a locksmith to open your door or replace a lock is the fact that you can rest easy knowing the job will be completed correctly. Before you hire a locksmith, though, it’s a... View Article
March 24, 2019 5:50 pm
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We all know someone with an old vintage steamer trunk in their house that’s locked up tight just because the keys have disappeared—maybe that person is you! Luckily, depending on the type of lock on your antique trunk, you might be able to open it yourself. Read on for an overview of the two most common types of vintage trunk locks from a locksmith in Fairfax, VA. Warded locks Take a look at the history of padlock security and you will come across the warded lock design. This is the kind of antique lock you can picture a stereotypical old... View Article
February 5, 2019 11:14 pm
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We’re right in the middle of the coldest time of the year. As locksmiths in Fairfax, VA, one of the most common issues we have to deal with during the winter months is people who have locks around their home that have frozen up during cold weather. This is a problem that can happen to locks both old and new. Sometimes the cold weather causes locks to start sticking. This problem can actually become worse if you try to lubricate them with WD-40. While WD-40 is a useful product to have on hand for most of the rest of the... View Article
December 11, 2018 2:43 am
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It’s estimated that 1.03 million home invasions occur each year in the United States and, on average, about $2,000 worth of goods are lost during each burglary. Let’s hope your home doesn’t become one of those statistics in 2019. But if it is, here are a few things you need to know about recovering from a robbery, courtesy of your mobile locksmith in Fairfax, VA: Leave your house: Your first step after you’ve been robbed is to get out of your house! You never know if the robber is still inside and whether or not he has a weapon. Call... View Article
