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Al's Lock & Safe

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Al's Lock & Safe

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All of us at Al's Lock & Safe hope that this site enables you to make the best choice for all your security needs. If you have questions please contact us and we will be able to assist you in whatever your personal or business security needs are.

All of us at Al's Lock & Safe hope that this site enables you to make the best choice for all your security needs. If you have questions please contact us and we will be able to assist you in whatever your personal or business security needs are.

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A-Plus Locksmith

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A-Plus Locksmith

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Sioux City's 24/7 Locksmith. When you are locked out of your home or car, you can turn to A-Plus Locksmith to open doors for you. Serving the Sioux City, Iowa area, we perform lockout services at an affordable price. We have over 41 years of experience, so you can rest assured that we have the expertise necessary to provide the help you need. We are available 24 hours a day, providing a variety of lockout services, including: Auto Residential Commercial At A-Plus Locksmith, we will go to great lengths to make sure you are completely satisfied with every aspect of our service. Check our Facebook page for coupon specials. Call today to find out more and to schedule your service. Fast and Reliable service provided in Sioux City and surrounding areas!

Sioux City's 24/7 Locksmith. When you are locked out of your home or car, you can turn to A-Plus Locksmith to open doors for you. Serving the Sioux City, Iowa area, we perform lockout services at an affordable price. We have over 41 years of experience, so you can rest assured that we have the expertise necessary to provide the help you need. We are available 24 hours a day, providing a variety of lockout services, including: Auto Residential Commercial At A-Plus Locksmith, we will go to great lengths to make sure you are completely satisfied with every aspect of our service. Check our Facebook page for coupon specials. Call today to find out more and to schedule your service. Fast and Reliable service provided in Sioux City and surrounding areas!

WISHEKS

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WISHEKS

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At WISHEKS we want you to be 100% satisfied with your purchase. Our sincere goal is to provide an enjoyable shopping experience that encourages you to shop with us for years to come. On the rare occasion you receive a product that you just don't like or that doesn't match your décor, our experienced Customer Service staff is just a phone call away and will guide you through our easy return policy. At WISHEKS we want you to get exactly what you want and with our world-class product selection you can be sure you'll find the product that is right for you.

At WISHEKS we want you to be 100% satisfied with your purchase. Our sincere goal is to provide an enjoyable shopping experience that encourages you to shop with us for years to come. On the rare occasion you receive a product that you just don't like or that doesn't match your décor, our experienced Customer Service staff is just a phone call away and will guide you through our easy return policy. At WISHEKS we want you to get exactly what you want and with our world-class product selection you can be sure you'll find the product that is right for you.

ISLAND TOWING & RECOVERY

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ISLAND TOWING & RECOVERY

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44 years of experience

Island Towing serves Central Nebraska and State wide for any of your towing needs, From Cars to Semi to Machinery Equipment we can handle it all. We are Fully Insured and Guarantee Damaged service! We also offer lockout assist if you are locked out of your vehicle , Jumpstarts Tire Changes And Repo Work

Island Towing serves Central Nebraska and State wide for any of your towing needs, From Cars to Semi to Machinery Equipment we can handle it all. We are Fully Insured and Guarantee Damaged service! We also offer lockout assist if you are locked out of your vehicle , Jumpstarts Tire Changes And Repo Work

Locksmiths questions, answered by experts

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.

Replacing your locks isn’t always a necessary option. You can usually save money by rekeying locks instead of replacing the hardware. You should consider rekeying the locks instead of replacing them in the following scenarios:

  • You want to upgrade your existing locks.

  • You have a lock you don’t want to replace.

  • You recently bought a home and want to change the locks.

  • You lost your key.

Rekeying your own locks is a low-cost task that prevents you from having to replace the locks themselves completely. The first couple of times you rekey a lock may be challenging because this is an intermediate DIY task. You can purchase a rekey kit from most hardware stores, but make sure you’re buying the kit from the brand of lock in your home that you’re going to rekey. 

It depends on the quality of the keyless lock and usage, but in general, you can expect a keyless lock to last around three to five years. The batteries typically last around six to 12 months. The good news is most keyless locks include a low battery indicator so you can receive ample warning if your battery is about to die.

You may be able to get a broken key out of a lock by yourself, depending on the situation. If a portion of the key is still protruding from your lock, try lubricating the keyway and using pliers or even a bobby pin to pull the key out of the hole. If you have jigsaw blades handy, you can also try using those to grab onto the stuck key and pull it out. 

But, if neither option works or you can’t reach the key, your only option is to call a locksmith for help. 

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