I wonder how many boat keys have made homes at the bottom of lakes, seas, oceans, and rivers. When you consider how many bodies of water there are in the world, how many people enjoy being in or near the water, and how easy it is to drop your keys, it’s inevitable that some keys will fall into the water and never be retrieved. Of course boat keys can be lost in other ways as well, the same ways you might lose your car keys (a far more common dilemma). You leave them in the wrong place. They fall through a hole in your pocket. You simply forget where you last saw them. As long as there are keys in the world, there will be lost keys. The important thing is that you know what to do if you lose your boat key.

What’s that? You don’t know what to do if you lose your boat key? Not a problem! Scroll down and follow the four simple steps we’ve listed below.

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As the years have gone by, everyday objects have become more complex, efficient, and adept. Our cell phones can act as cameras, our laptops can record videos, and our keys contain transponders. If that last innovation has you scratching your head, let’s delve in a little further. Chances are, if you’re over the age of sixteen, you’ve driven a car using a transponder key. Nearly all modern cars (built in 1995 or after) come equipped with transponder keys, because they’re relatively inexpensive and they greatly reduce the possibility of theft. So what is a transponder key? Scroll down to find out.
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If you want the key to home safety, who better to ask than a locksmith? With their experience making and repairing locks and their home security expertise, there is no one better to advise you. So today, we’ve compiled a list of locksmith tips and tricks. Whether you’re a new homeowner or an old hand, it never hurts to refresh your memory and remind yourself of important security advice. You never know—you just might learn a thing or two! [Read more…]

Hiring a professional to work in your home is always a bit nerve-racking. How can you know that this person is trustworthy? This is especially true when you’re hiring someone to fix, change, or replace your home’s keys and locks (that is to say, a locksmith). You need to find a locksmith who is not only capable of completing the task at hand, but also dependable, affordable, efficient, reliable, and kind. If you’re wondering how to find a locksmith, use the tips below to ensure that you find a true and trustworthy professional, not a thief or a fraudster.
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When you buy a new house, there are often so many things on your mind (mortgage payments, new neighbors, decorating, renovating, packing, unpacking) that you forget to address your new home’s security. So today, we’re answering a common question: should I change my locks after buying a house? Although you might feel nostalgic remembering your realtor’s ceremonial presentation of the keys (especially if you’re a first-time homeowner), rekeying your new home is a sensible idea. After all, if your home’s locks haven’t been changed and the previous owners had any copies of the key, they (or anyone they gave a spare key) could easily break into your house. So should I change my locks after buying a house? Scroll down to find out.
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How many times have you lost your car keys? If you’re like most drivers, you’ve probably lost your keys dozens of times and had to spend ten, thirty, or even sixty minutes rummaging through the most likely hiding spots to find them—pockets, purses, countertops, drawers. Most of the time, after a sweeping search, you’re probably able to locate your missing keys. But what if you can’t? “What should I do if I lose my car keys?” you might wonder. When your car keys truly can’t be found, follow the steps listed below.

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