It’s highly likely that you called a locksmith at one time or another, whether it be to change locks or get that set of keys you locked in a car. Robert Campbell, a locksmith who owns Advantage Locksmith in New York City, talks about everything locksmithing.
Common Locksmith Jobs
Ever called a locksmith when you’ve been locked out? You’re not alone as that’s why most people call a locksmith.
Tricks So You Don’t Have to Call a Locksmith
Lubrication goes a long way towards extending the life of locks and makes it much less likely that your locks are going to seize up.
What to Know About Electric Locks
Electric locks allow for greater key control as they have no cylinders and tumblers to replace, so you can operate the device remotely or with a variety of electronic actions. They also allow transaction logging which gives you the ability to audit the device and print a list of when and by whom the lock was activated.
Do You Need High-Security Locks?
The term “high security locks” can apply to many types of locks, ranging from digital keys, fingerprint scanners or magnetic locks with auditing auditing systems. But, your home probably won’t need such advanced systems.
How to Deal With Car Lockouts
So many car keys are now remote. That means that rather than turning a metal key in the ignition, your key will emit a radio signal and your car can be started with the push of a button, sometimes while the key is still in your pocket.
What Are Advanced Locking Systems?
Learn about the most advanced locking systems out there.
Advanced Auto Locks 101
While it might initially seem surprising, right now it is extremely difficult to open certain cars.
How Locksmiths Deal With the Law
Locksmiths have the power to break into any house or car. Considering locksmiths have the skills needed to break into almost any premises or vehicle, there are stringent standards regarding licensed locksmiths and government, who often work together.
Eviction Lock Outs
Locksmiths save people from the worst of scenarios, but sometimes they are harbingers of doom. Robert Campbell, a locksmith who owns Advantage Locksmith in New York City, says that by law, if someone is being evicted from his apartment, the landlord cannot just call a locksmith and hire him to change the locks.
Lockpicking Ethics
Campbell discusses the ethics that surround lockpicking.
Crazy Locksmith Stories
Campbell shares some stories that you won’t believe.
How to Become a Locksmith
Get the scoop on how to become just like your neighborhood locksmith.
What are Safecrackers?
Learn about the art of opening safes.
