Car Key Extraction: Handling Emergencies Professionally

If you have ever actually gone through the hassle of a broken car key while you try to start the vehicle or you’ve had it stuck in a car door lock which was rusted and prevented you from removing it, you are definitely no stranger to the hurdle that it could be. It's a situation that could be quite challenging and we are here to help you out with it.

Call our professional and authorized car locksmith los angeles to take care of the issue, regardless of the time and day. We are a 24/7 service and we respond to our calls no matter when we get them. This is due to the fact that we understand that a car lockout could be a ... Read more »

Security Innovations For Your Vehicle

In the last thirty years, the world has seen many technological advances that make our lives more convenient, easier and even safer. Innovations in security, from home alarm systems to vehicle tracking devices allow us to protect our assets more thoroughly and greatly reduce our risk of experiencing theft. Here we will discuss new locking systems, alarm innovations, and vehicle tracking options that can help to keep your vehicle safe in the simplest ways possible. 

High Tech Locks And Other Security Devices For Your Vehicle:

• Remote control locks- At this point, the majority of vehicle have a remote control locking option. With the click of a button you can lock or unlock the car as well as arm the alarm sys ... Read more »

Losing your keys can cost you anywhere from a few minutes to a couple of hours, depending on when and if they can be found. Some of us lose keys frequently and can be sure they are tucked into a couch cushion somewhere or in a pair of pants. And many of us have experienced the moment of panic when you are out of places to look and think those keys may be lost for good this time. In the event that you do lose your keys and need Los Angeles auto locksmith or a car key copy, Authorized Locksmiths has always got you covered. However, if you'd like to try to avoid losing your keys, here's some helpful tips.

1. Make your keys part of your routine

One cause of key loss can be putting your keys in different places all the time. If you can establish a routine where you always put them in one or two places, you can ... Read more »

There are so many advances in technology that have made our lives more streamlined and convenient. And now, thanks to huge advances in security systems, technology has given us the capability to keep our homes and our families safer. From remote control locks to top of the line home security systems, you can make upgrades to your home security customized for your specific needs. 

Smart phone communication with your home systems:

In the last few years, there have been many companies creating high tech security systems that give you access to your home security system via your smart phone. With these security innovations, you are able to see video camera footage of the interior or exterior of your home, be notified when motion sensor lights are activated, have remote access to locking and unlocking doors, and have the ability to open or close the garage ... Read more »

In order to make your home the most secure it can be, it's important not only to have high quality locks and a good home security system, but to perform regular lock maintenance on the locks you have and the doors in which they are installed. Here are 5 easy tips to keeping the locks in your home functioning optimally and maintaining the highest level of security for you and your family.

1. Check to be sure your door is hung properly.

Before even looking at your lock function, it's important to know that your door is level. Doors that are not hung properly or have started to sag over time will put pressure on the lock or bolt, and cause the lock to stick or not fully engage. If you're not sure if a door is sagging, look at the door during the day ... Read more »

Moving into a new home can be such an exciting process. You have a new neighborhood or city to explore, a fresh space to decorate, possibly a start to different jobs or schools, and many new opportunities available to you. Despite all of this, moving can be an overwhelming process; and you may be more vulnerable to theft during a move. Here we discuss some tips for keeping your home and family safe during the big move.

7 Tips For Keeping Your Home Secure:

1- Get the locks rekeyed- The very first thing we always recommend when someone is moving into a previously owned home is to have your locks rekeyed as soon as you get there. Previous owners may still have keys and they may have given friends or neighbors keys; not to mention keys that may be unaccounted for. Hav ... Read more »

It’s definitely going to be a white Christmas this year and while that sounds enchanting, it can turn into a downright nightmare if your locks are unprepared! Along with the snow, the wooly sweatshirts, the beanies, scarves and mittens, comes the big freeze! And that means being locked out or stuck in the cold when your locks are frozen up!

Why Do Locks Freeze? DIY Prevention

Locks freeze up when moisture gets inside and the lock’s internal mechanisms. Firstly, the water itself can permanently damage or rust the locks over time, but ice itself can almost instantly prevent the mechanisms from turning at all.

For this reason, people who live in the colder, Northern regions tend to buy a few cans of ‘lock de-icer’ as part of their standard Winter preparations. If they are prepared, they also treat their house locks and car locks with petroleum jelly or lubricant every week or so during the Winter months. These methods can help prevent f ... Read more »

Enhancing Your Garage Safety

Whether you use your garage for storage or for your vehicles, you don't want anyone breaking in and getting a hold of your things. Learn why the security of your garage might be at risk, and what you can do to better it.

When your garage security system isn't up to par, any of these things is liable to be stolen. Additionally, for many people, there is a door in their garage that leads directly to the interior of their home. A faulty or ineffective garage lock could leave your entire home vulnerable to theft or break-in if the door between the garage and house is not locked.

For these reasons and more, it is important to call upon our garage door services to ensure the safety of your loved ... Read more »

When you discover a problem with your locks, it can be very tempting to fix it yourself, especially if you are a DIY advocate. It may not seem difficult at first, and many DIY handymen and women might even be up to the challenge of a DIY key extraction or a basic lock change, but before you dig out your trusty screwdriver, you might want to consider these points and save yourself a lot of time, energy, expense and possibly even personal injury.

Lower Prices & Higher Efficiency

If the reason you want to change locks or install new locks all by yourself is because you have a talent for anything manual and enjoy a challenge, go right ahead. Just keep a professional locksmith’s phone number handy while you’re having fun.

If the reason is because you either want to save a few bucks or you don’t want to waste time waiting for a locksmith to show up, then stop right there! For basic locksmithing tasks ... Read more »

What's in a Locksmith's Toolbox?

A well-equipped toolbox is a locksmith’s best friend. A locksmith can get through some of the most secure locks on the market… It all starts with our specialty locksmith tools.

Take a Peek Inside Our Toolbox

A locksmith’s tools are very specialized. True you might find some familiar tools inside our toolboxes, like drills, screwdrivers, hammers and the like that we use when installing new locks and alarms. Most of the time, however, you’ll find us using our specialty locksmith tools that only a professional locksmith will have.

A skilled locksmith knows exactly which tools to use for each occasion.

There are many specialty tools that a locksmith must have on his person at all times when ... Read more »