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How To Remove a Double Key Deadbolt: Step-by-Step

Aug 27 ,2021
A double key deadbolt lock is a popular choice among homeowners. Unlike the single-cylinder option, you need a key to unlock the deadbolt from the inside or outside your home. It is an added security feature, making it difficult for burglars or intruders to enter your home. Removing this type of lock ...
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How To Remove a Deadbolt Lock That Has No Screws

Aug 18 ,2021
When it’s time to replace a deadbolt, many homeowners wish they could remove it all by themselves. Unfortunately, some end up hiring a locksmith. The truth is that it’s a straightforward process and requires a few tools you probably already have at home. The real challenge, though, is when your deadbolt doesn’t ...
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Single vs Double Cylinder Deadbolt: Which Should You Choose?

Jul 02 ,2021
The single vs double cylinder deadbolt debate has often sparked controversy among builders and new property owners. However, the best way to choose the right deadbolt is by identifying its usage and requirement. For instance, single-cylinder deadbolts are the most common choice for residential purposes, while double-cylinder deadbolts are best in industrial settings. Nonetheless, ...
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Specialty Locksmithing: Vending Machine Locksmith

Oct 23 ,2019
Have you ever wanted a candy bar really bad, but you didn't have any money? For a minute there you think, "If only I could pick that lock." But you can't, because the lock is a tubular lock, and your picks are for pin and tumbler locks. Also you ...
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Guide to start locksmithing on a budget

Oct 21 ,2019
What does this guide cover? You're looking for something new. Either you need the work because you've lost your job, or are at risk of the same, or you're tired of your job. Whatever the reason, you find yourself here, looking at these words, and asking yourself: How do I ...
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Growing Your Locksmithing Business

Aug 30 ,2018
So, you have figured out your state's requirements. You've determined your locksmithing market. You've gone out and built your locksmithing kit, picked up some insurance, and incorporated your business. Now that you've started gathering customers, you're wondering where to go from here? Now is the time to start thinking ...
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3 Effective Ways to Get Your First Locksmith Customer

Feb 19 ,2018
Now that you've got everything all set, it's time to go out there and get your first locksmith customer. You can do this a number of ways, from putting out ads, to sitting on the sidewalk and using a taser to keep people from walking passed your shop. Though, ...
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Incorporating your Locksmithing Business

Jan 28 ,2018
We have a clear understanding now of your state's requirements for becoming a locksmith. We know who your target market is. We have picked up our locksmithing kit, as well as our insurance. We must be ready to go out there and get our first customers now, right? Wrong. We ...
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Locksmith General Liability Insurance

Jan 13 ,2018
Don't go into locksmithing business without general liability insurance. Let me say that again for the folks in the back: Do not go into locksmithing business without general liability insurance! There. Now you know, so this post is over, right? Oh, I guess we should probably go over what exactly ...
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