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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.

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24 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.

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GENE'S LOCK SHOP

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53 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.

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.

When it comes to how to get a stuck key out of a lock, the simplest way is to use some kind of lubricating substance. One option is to apply graphite powder while wiggling the key gently. As the graphite fills the lock, jiggling should loosen the key enough to allow you to pull it out.

In general, keyless door locks are considered safe. They can’t be picked like a traditional lock, and unless a thief can guess your code, it’s pretty tricky to break into a house with a keyless door lock. But that doesn’t mean they come without risk. 

When asking yourself, "Are keyless door locks safe?” consider the style of the system. Hackers could potentially break in if it operates on Wi-Fi, but it’d take some time and effort. You’re also at risk for a power outage, depending on the type of lock. That being said, there are no more risks associated with keyless door locks than a traditional lock.

A door lock service is performed by a professional locksmith, and the cost of hiring a locksmith for these kinds of repair tasks usually runs in the $100 to $250 range. It all depends on the type of locks you have, how many locks are included in the service, and where your home is located. Always choose reliable, trustworthy locksmiths, and get a few quotes before making your choice. 

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.

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