Thousands of Palm Beach county residents have to cope with lockouts each year; some of them are prepared while others aren’t. If you've been locked out of your home, office or vehicle, knowing a locksmith you can rely on may be the difference between hours of frustration and a quick, safe resolution to the problem.

Program A Locksmith Into All Family Cell Phones

You don’t know when or where you or a loved one will need a locksmith. You may have locked you keys in the car outside a restaurant, or you might have to cope with lockouts at the office. With Accredited Lock and Hardware’s phone number on your cell phone’s speed dial, you’ll never be without a reliable locksmith. Residents have relied on us for years for reliable, quick service because we’re available 24/7. You’ll never have to worry about your spouse or children being stranded late at night because we quickly respond to car lockouts throughout the Palm Beach county area. We proudly service residents in Palm Beach, West Palm Beach, Delray Beach, Boyton Beach and Boca Raton.

Be Prepared For Home And Office Lockouts

While your cell phone is a great way to store the number of a locksmith, you should also consider tucking the phone number or business card of a reliable locksmith into your car’s glove box. This way, no matter where you are, lockouts at your home or office aren’t a problem, even if you don’t have your cell phone with you.

Give Your Locksmith’s Phone Number To A Trusted Friend Or Relative

It’s important that anyone who watches your children or takes care of your pets when you’re gone have the number of your locksmith. Unexpected lockouts can be upsetting and even dangerous, but Accredited Lock and Hardware always responds quickly with professional, dependable service. Don’t forget to give your neighbors the phone number for a locksmith when you’re on vacation; lockouts can spell disaster if you’re away and storm damage or a fire strikes and no one can gain access to your home.

Keep Your Locksmith Information In Your Wallet Or Purse

No one expects to need a locksmith; usually catch people off guard. Keeping a 24-hour locksmith’s phone number in your purse or wallet can make you a hero if you’re with a friend who’s been locked out of their home or office. Just give them our phone number (954-467-8606) and watch them sigh with relief.

Of course, lockouts aren’t the only reason to keep our phone number handy. If there’s been a break-in in your neighborhood, you’ve lost a key, or you suspect someone has a key to your home or office, we’ll change your locks quickly and professionally. Contact us today for a free consultation.

Is It Time To Replace Your Locks? A Locksmith Weights In

Locksmiths know that the first phone call they receive from a new client is almost always because of lockouts. That is, a new customer calls because they’ve accidentally locked themselves out of their home, car, or office and need a 24/7 locksmith to arrive as soon as possible; or you may call a locksmith because you need a sliding door repair. These same locksmiths will tell you that most people miss out on a great opportunity when a residential locksmith shows up. When the locksmith arrives, you should talk to him about the security of your home or office, but you probably won’t. That’s a shame, because they are experts in home and business security and can help you evaluate your current locks.

The Life Span Of A Residential Lock

People tend to forget about the locks on their home or office as long as they are operating properly. But in many cases, an older lock may seem easy to open and reliable, while the truth is that normal wear and tear have made the lock unreliable or too easy to open. Older locks have wear and tear that affects both the locking mechanism and the keys. If you can’t remember when you last had a locksmith update your deadbolts, mechanical locks, or digital locks, it’s time to purchase new hardware and have a residential locksmith or commercial locksmith install new, upgraded safety locks on your premises.

Your lock may be outdated if it’s been in use for several years. Since new technologies are always emerging, a commercial locksmith is your best bet if you want to upgrade the security of your business. He can demonstrate new locking technologies and demonstrate how they will work in your office. Lock bumping is the practice of thieves or intruders who can easily “bump” the lock until it springs open, giving them access to your property. You may be shocked when a locksmith demonstrates how easily someone can bump your lock.

Upgrading Your Home Security

Talking to a locksmith can help you choose the appropriate locks for your home. He will demonstrate how the various locks work and explain the difference in quality between one brand and another so you can make an informed decision. Residential locksmiths may suggest different types of locks to provide maximum security in your home. A deadbolt combined with a keyed entry lock is a great way to layer extra protection without paying a lot of money.

Changes In Circumstance May Mean You Need a 24/7 Locksmith

There are a multitude of reasons you should consider contacting a locksmith for a consultation. Some of the most common reasons include:

• Moving into a new house or office
• Evicting tenants or having new tenants who are interested in home safety and security
• Firing an employee who is upset about leaving
• After any theft or break-in

At Accredited Lock and Hardware, we will give you a free estimate on how to improve or upgrade your current locking system. Just call 954-467-8606