You may have heard recently about a technique for opening door locks by simply striking a blank key into your lock with a heavy object. There are videos showing people opening locks as easily as if they had your key!
However, there is little to worry about - the average criminal is not going to take the time or make the noise to bump locks. They are more concerned about how quick they can open the door or window, grab something of value and be gone.
They need special keys for each type of lock and for each keyway to be able to bump a lock, and this is yet more specialized equipment that they will not bother to obtain.
As a homeowner, you need to worry more about doing security checks. Add outside lights, clear away large bushes that block the view of windows, make the front door very strong and secure, install an alarm system, hide valuables or get a safe.
And most importantly, lock doors and windows. 25% of all break-ins and car theft is via unlocked access or keys left available.
To learn more about your alarm system options, visit the good people at Watchdog Security, they take an active interest in helping you get the best solution to keep you safe.
However, there is little to worry about - the average criminal is not going to take the time or make the noise to bump locks. They are more concerned about how quick they can open the door or window, grab something of value and be gone.
They need special keys for each type of lock and for each keyway to be able to bump a lock, and this is yet more specialized equipment that they will not bother to obtain.
As a homeowner, you need to worry more about doing security checks. Add outside lights, clear away large bushes that block the view of windows, make the front door very strong and secure, install an alarm system, hide valuables or get a safe.
And most importantly, lock doors and windows. 25% of all break-ins and car theft is via unlocked access or keys left available.
To learn more about your alarm system options, visit the good people at Watchdog Security, they take an active interest in helping you get the best solution to keep you safe.
