Zieh Fix: Video Review for The Ultimate Tool to Break a Lock
July 18, 2022
There are plenty of scenarios for a client to ask for a lock rekey. All of them relate to privacy and security of the property. Keys floating around in unknown hands or in bad hands is not a good idea. For a commercial property, an office, house or apartment; you need to control the key cuts that circling around. Otherwise, you could have someone with a key easily getting into the property with no permission. You need to be aware, that if someone burglar into your property and rob it, using a key, you are not covered by insurance for stealing. The insurance will cover you for damages only if the burglar broke his way in.
When you move to a new house or apartment, you should have your key change. It does not matter if you are renting or you just bought a property, the previous tenants or associates might have a key still. If so, they can come back to the property in any given time and gain access with no permission. If the property is rented, you should provide a key for your agent after the key change. This way you know that only you and people authorized by the agent will have access to your property.
If you rent a new shop or any other property for business, you should definitely consider changing your keys. A commercial property will hold money, goods and equipment. A commercial property will have many keys floating around from the previous owners, their workers, and their suppliers and services providers. For example; the chef for the restaurant operated in your property before you got it could have a key, the cleaner, the drinks supplier, store manager etc. you do not know these people and cannot trust their intentions. Therefore, changing your keys is highly recommended.
Disputes between parties can be an ugly thing. When a dispute involves two or more persons with access to the same property, it is recommended to consider changing the key for entry. For example, a family dispute can involve domestic violence and abuse. A person can be fearful and have concerns for her / his safety. If the other party share a key to the property, someone might be at risk. It is recommended than to call the authorities and change the keys for security reasons. A business situation can involve a dispute over money. A business will hold valuables that will have to be secured and protected. One of the parties involved might obtain access to the property, and cause financial damages. Changing the key to secure the business from an unwanted entry could be a good idea then.
When we rekey a lock, few things needs to be consider. Does the lock have to be restricted or just normal? Restricted lock is a lock that only the person registered for it can have a key cut for that lock. A formal lock can have keys cut in any key cut place. With a restricted lock, you can control the number of keys produced and make sure no one else will make an unwanted copy to have. We should also look at the cylinder and if it needs to be replaced. Sometimes when you want to change a key to a lock, you discover that the cylinder is old and needs to be replaced. Changing the cylinder can be an option when you already have a locksmith treating the lock as it is not extra work to be done. You should always ask for your locksmith opinion regarding your lock and cylinder health and condition. Having an assessment onsite will not cost you anything and is entirely free of charge.
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