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Integrated Protection Systems

14200 Lincoln St NE
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Integrated Protection Systems

14200 Lincoln St NE
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23 years of experience

Our mission is to provide our clients with solutions to their video surveillance and security needs by delivering an unparalleled level of service and integration. We understand our customers' individual needs and can advise them on solutions that will make them more efficient and more secure. We will give our customer all of the information they need to make an educated decision on their electronic needs. We will be up front about our proposal with no hidden fees. Our success will be based on repeat business and long term partnerships.

Our mission is to provide our clients with solutions to their video surveillance and security needs by delivering an unparalleled level of service and integration. We understand our customers' individual needs and can advise them on solutions that will make them more efficient and more secure. We will give our customer all of the information they need to make an educated decision on their electronic needs. We will be up front about our proposal with no hidden fees. Our success will be based on repeat business and long term partnerships.

GENE'S LOCK SHOP

521 N MAIN ST
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GENE'S LOCK SHOP

521 N MAIN ST
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52 years of experience

Gene's Lock Shop will not only get you back into your home, business or vehicle when you're locked out or have lost your keys, but we are also safe crackers! We are able to help when the combination is lost or needs to be changed or is stuck. We also sell safes for personal or company use. We have 4 fulltime employees and 1 part time. We accept cash, local checks and all major credit cards. Financing option available.

Gene's Lock Shop will not only get you back into your home, business or vehicle when you're locked out or have lost your keys, but we are also safe crackers! We are able to help when the combination is lost or needs to be changed or is stuck. We also sell safes for personal or company use. We have 4 fulltime employees and 1 part time. We accept cash, local checks and all major credit cards. Financing option available.

WISHEKS

5322 W 79th St
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WISHEKS

5322 W 79th St
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Customers say: Terrific value

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.

Locksmiths questions, answered by experts

Using a combination of tools (often store-bought plumbing tools) and brute force, a burglar can easily snap the lock on a door. Snapping a lock aims to gain access to the cylinder inside, which holds the locking mechanism. Once the thief snaps the lock, they can pick the cylinder open and walk right in.

Door locks should be changed roughly every seven years. The average lifespan of a door lock is seven to 10 years, so it’s best to err on the side of caution and change them early, especially if they are showing signs of wear and tear. Examples of deterioration include visible rust and difficulty opening or closing the door. Some locks can work safely beyond 10 years, but it depends on how often they are used and whether they are exposed to damaging environmental conditions like precipitation or extreme temperatures.

Keyless locks are often considered safer since they’re protected by passcodes instead of a physical key, making it harder to be picked. However, they are not infallible. And like all electronic devices, outdated models are more prone to problems and safety concerns. If you’ve experienced multiple lockouts in the past year, or your lock is responding slower than usual after you key in the passcode, it might be time to upgrade to a newer one. Even if your lock is working fine, you should still change your access code at least twice a year.

Newer, electric-powered door locks generally have a life span of five years or less. That’s thanks, in large part, to a phenomenon called planned obsolescence, in which products are programmed to need replacing after a certain amount of time. That’s also why older, manual, push-key locksets can last up to 30 years with regular cleanings and maintenance. When it does come time for a new set-up, know that the cost to change locks ranges from $130 to $500 on average.

One of the best tools for removing a stripped bolt is a handy pair of locking pliers. Locking pliers can usually grip onto screws with a broken, rounded, or stripped head and lock in place so that you can loosen even the most stubborn bolt that would otherwise remain hopelessly jammed.

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