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Who You Should & Shouldn’t Give Your Keys To

If there’s one thing we can all agree on today it’s that there’s not enough hours in the day to get everything done. From work meetings, to running kids to afterschool activities, making dinner and can’t forget the laundry – we live in a society that’s always on the go and crunched for time. It’s just the way it is. But there are things that make life easier – even if just a little. Hiring gardeners, house cleaners and contractors to take care of the extra stuff you just simply don’t have time for is a great convenience.

Many will come to your home, even when you are not there, to get the job done. Even if you trust these companies to handle the job, do you think it’s wise to give them a key to your home? What happens when they are no longer employed by you?

Here’s a closer look at who you should and shouldn’t give your keys to.

Taking Back Your Keys

When you take your keys back from someone you’d no longer like accessing your home, you may feel empowered and secure, however have you ever thought about the fact that they could have made a copy of that same key? Not everyone has ill intent, but does that mean you should trust everyone you know? Common sense should tell you that house keys are to be kept sacred. If you must give keys to others for an emergency situation, you should also think about lock changes and rekeying services from a locksmith.

How a Locksmith Can Help

Just like when you lose your keys, a locksmith can be called to come out to replace and change the locks on your door as a security measure. If you’re unsure about who has access to your home, using a locksmith’s services is becoming a standard practice. It’s also increasingly being used by those who are moving into a new home or apartment and especially after a burglary. Professional locksmiths can remedy the issue by either installing all new locks and hardware for your home or rekeying your current doors so that only the new and unique key you have will work with it. Talk about feeling secure. And you should when you’re home.

All American Locksmiths  is a family-owned and operated locksmith business offering professional, reliable, fast, and affordable services throughout western, southern, and central Connecticut, as well as Westchester County, N.Y.

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What to Do When You Lose Your House Keys

Have you ever returned home after a long day at work and felt so excited when you pulled into the driveway because you knew your comfy sweats, socks and couch where only a few moments away.

Nothing beats unwinding after a day of work stress. You hop out of your car, quickly grab your belongings and head to the front door.

Then it happens.

You realize your keys aren’t in your pocket or that the house key is no longer attached to your keychain.

Now what?

No one else lives there and it’s already too late at night to phone your friend for help. Before you get into a panic or cry at the inability to just get inside and relax, here are a few tips for what to do when you lose your house keys.

Check for Alternative Entry

The first thing you should do is think about another way to enter your home. And we don’t mean breaking a window or risking injury. But perhaps there is an unlocked or open window, or the garage access door that isn’t locked. If you mistakenly left it open, today might be your lucky day.

Locate a Spare

If everything is locked (as it should be) your next move should be to keep calm and think about the location of any spare keys. Do you have one under a decorative rock outside? Did you make a spare and give it to a friend? Keep it in your wallet? These are typically good tips to plan for an event like this, but if you haven’t, have no fear, there is another option.

Call a Locksmith

A professional locksmith with emergency services works around the clock and will arrive at your residence quickly to assist with getting you back inside your home. Once there you can discuss options to change the locks (if the key is now lost) or rekeying the cylinder so that a new set of keys can be used.

All American Locksmiths provides a wide range of residential locksmith solutions. Everything from lock repair, lock installation, and rekeying of lock cylinders. Serving local communities throughout western, southern, and central Connecticut. Our rapid and reliable service ensures your home is as secure as it can be.

 

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All American Locksmiths Recognized for 10 Year BBB Milestone

The Better Business Bureau (BBB) has been helping consumers to trust the companies they do business with for over 100 years. Those who are accredited by the nonprofit organization must adhere to the BBB’s Standards for Trust which helps companies to keep a positive track record in the marketplace – from advertising to customer service.

All American Locksmiths is one of the latest companies to receive a 10 year BBB Milestone Award recognizing its continued accreditation with the firm. The award is also a display of their dedication to being a trust worthy and ethical business over the years.

BBB-AWARD

Accredited businesses that are in good standing and that continue to meet the BBB Code of Business Practices are able to keep the trusted BBB trademarked logo on their marketing materials.

All American Locksmiths provides prompt lockout services, new locks, and more throughout Connecticut & Westchester County. Expert technicians offer rapid and reliable service to ensure homes, cars and businesses are as secure as can be.

“We take our accreditation with the BBB very seriously as we understand the importance of trust in business and offering customers a service that’s ethical and fair,” says Gabriel J. Hagischi, owner.

“This recognition for the last decade as a BBB accredited business is a testament to the integrity, and ethical business practices we are focused on at All American Locksmiths. This recognition is one that we are extremely proud of.”

Each year the Better Business Bureau honors all accredited businesses for reaching milestones in their partnership. Recipients of the 10, 20 and 30 or more year awards receive a plaque and pen boasting the years of accreditation during a special banquet and annual meeting.

All American Locksmiths holds an A+ rating from the BBB.