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Avatar for Modern Security & Technology Solutions
Modern Security & Technology Solutions
5.0(
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Security Safe - Install

Serving Accokeek, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We invite you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. From conception to completion we work with you until the job is done. We thrive to take care of all of our clients unique needs. We are ethical, honest and easy to communicate with. Call us today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you!

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+7

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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SafeStreets - ADT Authorized Provider
4.8(
320
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Security Safe - Install

Serving Accokeek, MD and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I would like to recognize employee Doug A at SafeStreet/ADT. We’ve had an old security system sitting in our house for over 15 years without service or functionality. He took the time to explain the differences between how the old systems work and how the new systems work. He was patient with us, and we are happy customers."
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Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Vazquez & Son construction Inc.
4.2(
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Hardware, Latches & Tracks (Door) - Repair or Replace

Serving Accokeek, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a great experience with Vazquez & Son Construction Inc.! Mr. Vazquez was responsive and clearly communicated the date and time he was available to complete the work. The results exceeded my expectations, and I couldn’t be happier with the finished job. I will definitely use them for future projects and highly recommend their services!"
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+59

Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by70%of homeowners
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Locksmiths questions, answered by experts

Rekeying a lock changes the internal mechanism so that a new key works, while replacing a lock involves swapping out the entire hardware. Rekeying is a good, cost-effective option when you want to ensure old keys no longer work, such as after moving into a new home or losing a key. It's also ideal if you want to keep your existing lock hardware. You should opt to replace the locks entirely if you want to upgrade to a more secure or different style of lock, if the current lock is old or damaged, after a break-in, or if too many copies of the old key exist.

The easiest way to pick a lock is by using a titanium rake pick. This type of lock pick comes in a variety of shapes used to simulate different key configurations but generally has a tip with a bent design. Rake picks are the most beginner-friendly lockpicks and the simplest to learn how to use.

While lock crunching as a whole is not terribly common, it is one of the most frequently used means of forced entry into a home. Recent data suggests that forced entry through lock crunching or snapping occurs in more than 25% of burglaries.

Regrettably, entirely pick-proof locks don't exist unless you opt for keyless varieties. Locks advertised as "pick-proof" are, in reality, more resilient against lock-picking and bumping attempts because of complex mechanisms consisting of pins and sidebars. These locks work like this—they assign two tasks to the key, enhancing security by making unauthorized entry more challenging.

Lock bumping is a technique locksmiths use to quickly and quietly open a pin tumbler lock, typically found in most types of deadbolts. It involves inserting a specially crafted key, or bump key, into the lock and tapping or "bumping" it with a mallet or similar tool. The force applied causes the lock's pins to jump momentarily, allowing the lock to be turned and opened. Unfortunately, thieves also use this technique to break into homes. Luckily, products like a deadbolt strap will fortify your lock.

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