Automotive Locksmith Services

Automotive Locksmith Services

Automotive locksmith services are very important to us. We can assist you with unlocking your vehicle, opening your locked trunk, and other automotive services. Call your local locksmith for all your automotive services needed. More »

Commercial Locksmith Services

Commercial Locksmith Services

Commercial Locksmith Services is what helps us communicate with other companies. Assisting with re-keying locks, installing security systems, and other business security services. Let us help make your business protected with our locksmith services. More »

Home Locksmith Services

Home Locksmith Services

Home Locksmith Services are important. When you need to protect your belongings and your family, contact us. We can schedule an appointment for inspection of the services you are wanting to have. From security systems to alarms, we have you covered. More »

Motorcycle Keys

Motorcycle Keys

We now specialize in Motorcycle Keys. From duplicating keys to unlocking your glove box on your bike, we have got you covered. Our locksmith services can help you and your motorcycle get out of any situation. Just give us a call and we will come. More »

 

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Garage Door Locks

Is your garage door as safe as you think?

Do you think your garage door locks is safe? Many people do not properly secure their garage doors. This can be a serious problem that leads to theft or burglary.

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People think that by securing all of their windows doors and locks all locks in their home, protects their family. But what if we told you that you are still at risk of a burglar entering your home without your knowledge? Well, this is very true. The main entrance to your home is your front door. However, the largest point of interest is your garage door. I am sure that the majority of people seem to overlook that part of the home. We seem to think that once the door is closed, it is locked and safe. But it could be far from safe. Have you ever had your garage door inspected? Are your springs and locks functioning properly? These simple things is what could put your entire home at risk.

Almost every home in the United States has a garage door built into their home. We love the convenience of having a garage door to protect our vehicles or personal belongings that we have stored in our garage. Also, by having a garage door, this also protects the driver and the passengers in the car from severe weather conditions. If you pull into the driveway and there is a snow storm going on, then pulling tin to the garage will protect everyone while they are exiting the vehicle inside your garage. The last place that you would think is unsafe, would be your garage. If your springs are not functioning properly, then that could result in your door not closing properly or make it easier to lift your door open. These problems do not just occur in doors that you lift manually. These issues can also happen with doors that have automatic door openers.

The unpredictable could always happen, but why not try to prepare yourself as much as you can? Know all the functions that your garage door can possess. How much weight can lift it? Will it still close if an object or person is in the way?What if it malfunctions? These are all good questions that you should be asking when you purchase your garage door opener. There have been numerous accounts of tragedies that have happened because of the safety of your door. If you do not have safety features then your door could easily crush your car if it is in the way, or even worse, trap your child underneath the closed door. Another safety feature would be to install the garage door opener button higher than the height of your child. If they could are not able to reach the button, then that can save a lot of stress knowing that your child can not open or close the door.

As funny as it sounds, you should have your local Bradenton Locksmith inspect your garage door every once in a while. This will ensure that all of your springs, locks, all of the hardware and the functioning of the door are all working like they should be. One aspect of the door that was mentioned earlier is the safety of the door closing. A1 Agent Locksmith could not stress enough the importance of having this safety feature. This is going to stop your door from closing if there is a person or an object in the way of the door. You would not want it to hurt someone or hit anything in your garage. As sad as it is, there was a study that was performed between 1974 through 1995. This study and the results showed that there were almost 90 kids that were either killed, seriously injured or even suffered permanent brain damage because of a faulty door.

Here are a few tips that can provide safety for your garage door:

Have your newly purchase garage door installed by a professional. This will ensure that all safety measures have been completed. This is better than an untrained individual reading the instructions and trying to figure out how to put it together.

Have your garage door inspected. Maintenance is your best friend. You do not have to have it monthly, but maybe every 6 months would be a good idea. The you can tell what is going bad and what needs to be replaced soon.

Replace the old tension springs. We know that this is not a simple task but having the extra protection is well Worth it.

A safety Containment Cable should be installed as well. This is a back up cable in case something does happen to fail. Then you can always rely on a backup plan in case something happens to your cables.

From the perspective of a Locksmith, protecting your garage door is a very serious thing. By not having the proper safety features on your door, anyone can break into it within a single moment. You should really take a second look at the largest entryway to your home. It could save you and your family a lot of hassle in the long run. In fact, I rather call a local Bradenton Locksmith to inspect the door, instead of calling the police to report your belongings stolen. Think smarter than the criminal is exactly what a Locksmith would say.

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Burglars Exploiting Weakness

Burglars Exploiting Weakness

We are here to tell you about the burglars exploiting weakness. With your home not being properly secured, you are subject to burglars exploiting weakness.

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Burglars Exploiting Weakness Bradenton, FL

Home owners were recently being cautioned and asked to be very alert regarding their surroundings. The fact of the matter is that their properties are most likely not really as protected like it should be. In response to A1 Agent Locksmith, they have experienced a large number of entry doors along with gates being burglarized. Getting new locks can help keep the burglars out but overtime they will find other ways to get in. Sometimes it even helps if you have multiple locks on one door. If you have a very large gate, one lock may not secure it properly. Consult with your local locksmith company to be advised of more secure options. Burglars exploiting weakness can be a big problem. Let us help you so burglars exploiting weakness, will not be a problem for you or your home

There always seems to be an easy spot for a burglar to target when they try to break in someones home. A weak point alongside your seals of several UPVC entrance doors is something that is being taken advantage of by criminals who are easily capable of entering your residence in a matter of a few moments. It seems like the upsetting issue is that you will find repeatedly that there is zero indications of any property damages. Paul, the owner of A1 Agent Locksmith, stated that you would find a couple techniques for achieving accessibility to peoples place of business or personal residences by damaging a part of the European cylinder profiles alongside your doorway entrance. Don't let that happen. Instead, get the proper locks and deadbolts that you need to keep your home or business protected.

Burglars Exploiting Weakness

Although it might not sound familiar to a regular person when purchasing a new door, but about 92 percent of people own these types of doors that are on the market today. Paul seems to think that there continues to be this type of issue everywhere around the world seeing how the manufacturing companies are not changing the way they are making the doors. If we keep supplying the same doorways without fixing the known cause of burglaries then there really is not much a homeowner can do other than take security into their own hands. Choosing the right door is your first step but you may also want to consider purchasing a very good lock and having a professional locksmith install it. When burglars exploiting weakness as a sign of defense. Keep your doors and home protected at all times. You never know when they will strike.

Having said that doorways, whether it be entrance or hallway doors, seem to include a few downsides. Locksmiths are starting to become more aware with the majority of these break-ins escalating within the rural areas of Bradenton, Florida. Sadly to say that even being a locksmith himself, he has been a target in this type of crime. When the intruders damaged his UPVC dead bolt to the door, they were able to gain easy access to his home. Thankfully Paul had a security system that alarmed the authorities and scared away the robbers. Whenever we talk to our neighbors regarding home security and safety, we always hear that they thought they secured all locks before leaving the premises. Some cases its assumed that the other person locked all doors prior to getting into the car, even though you are not able to see any indications of forced access. In these instances homeowners insurance policy holder will more than likely not compensate you for property loss or damage. This can be very disappointing when you work so hard for the things you have, just for someone to illegally take them from you. That is why security and safety is very important. Don't let a burglar scare you. The burglars exploiting weakness is only a game to them. Stay protected.

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Florida based Locksmith Chain Raided

Locksmith bust in Florida

There are numerous cases regarding a Florida based locksmith company. A Florida based locksmith company was breaking into homes they provided services to.

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BRADENTON, Fla. – The Federal Government undercover officers busted in on an illegal operation at the primary office of Reliable Locksmith and security in Bradenton, Florida. They are a statewide company of professional locksmiths who travel in local areas surrounding Bradenton. According to the police reports, on Thursday, the undercover officers confiscated files from their desktop computers as well as written documentation which links the company to several locksmith scams that have been recently reported. While there are a few employees that are being questioned, we are aware that the General Manager has been arrested and charged with conspiracy and knowingly receiving stolen property.

We have later come to find out that there were several burglaries reported within a few days before the local police took certain actions from the media. There were complaints of break-ins to cars as well as homes throughout the day and night. People had seen groups of teenagers around their neighborhood's that were acting in suspicious ways. But it seems as though the community was told that everything will be ok and that they needed to let the police handle the situation.

Although the burglaries were all located in a general area, it seems to affect the entire world. An officer by the name of Justin Price was able to talk to us a little bit regarding this Florida epidemic. He stated that Bradenton was home to several of the personnel that were employed by Reliable Locksmith and Security. Even though there was a professional office for the locksmith business, some of the employees were operating from their homes answering phones and sending another employees who were at the office to do the job.

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Regardless of countless concerns that were being reported to the various government corporations, it required the combined time and effort within our national postal service, the Georgia state headquarters as well as the Bradenton sheriff's office to convince a judge to sign papers for a warrant. Once the formal papers were signed, the local authorities were able to take the next step in regulating a sting and to start making arrests. This company was able to get away with these scams for so long due to the Florida regulations regarding locksmith companies. Florida is only one of 40 states that does not have to be monitored or regulated to be a locksmith company.

Detectives charged Clayton Rhodes, the General Manager of Reliable Lock and Security, convicting him with federal postal theft. A sworn statement points out that Mr Rhodes, 33, and another associate Donald Stankos, 40, were the center of the illegal currency fraud sting that went through the federal mailing system. There is currently a warrant that was submitted for the arrest of Stankos on the charges of fraudulent checks and stolen credit cards.

The sworn statement also points to the managers who were overseeing up to 95 company workers, several of them which were working undercover to help bring down the company that was scamming people. The undercover agents had the duties of normal employees as well as try to conduct secret interviews with other associates to get more information against the company. Although it seemed to be a lengthy process, the investigation was coming to a close.

The investigation took several years and even though there were only a few confirmed convictions so far, we knew that there are several more convictions that are going to be taking place in the upcoming days. In addition to postal fraud there were also charges relating to credit fraud, money laundering and stolen checks.

The investigation will never be over stated Officer Price, as he was finishing a media interview. There will always be someone who will come forward with information. It is our job to take that information and apply it to our case.

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ASSA ABLOY, MAXXESS Systems Announce U.S. Aperio™ Integration

ASSA ABLOY, MAXXESS Systems Announce U.S. Aperio™ Integration

MAXXESS eAXxes has integrated with Aperio. This is great for MAXXESS eAXxes. This has upgraded their security measures and provides customers with access.

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New Haven, CT – ASSA ABLOY and MAXXESS Systems announce the integration of MAXXESS Systems with ASSA ABLOY'S range of Aperio™ wireless locks in the United States.

Aperio will integrate with MAXXESS's eAXxess™ and efusion Event Management Software packages. The eAXxesssecurity management software package provides multitasking support and flexibility. The open architecture enables users to build a security management system or to integrate with existing card readers and alarm monitoring devices.

eFusion's security system integration solutions provide flexibility and control over a user's security infrastructure, while reducing operating costs. eFusion's 12 distinct applications can collect, transmit, store and process information from just about any object, from security sensors to other security systems to facility management applications.

Aperio will integrate with MAXXESS's eMAX intelligent controllers. The eMAX family of controllers provides enterprise level capabilities with on-board “native” network features. Powerful and scalable, the eMAX platforms offer a flexible, building block approach to system design and configuration. MAXXESS Systems will be supporting Mercury Powered Aperio products, making integration into Mercury-based access control systems seamless.

Aperio wireless technology from ASSA ABLOY provides an easy, affordable way to connect additional openings to an existing electronic access control system. With over 40 access control partners that have already adopted the technology globally, facilities can easily extend the number of doors that can be monitored with their currently installed panels and systems.

"The range of Aperio wireless locks give MAXXESS customers the ability to add electronic access control to a large volume of openings where they might not have been able to previously," said Nancy Islas, president of MAXXESS Systems. "Aperio eliminates the cost and complexity of traditional access control and also supports a much broader range of openings than most solutions available today.”

"MAXXESS shares our vision of providing access control solutions designed to adapt to today’s changing security requirements,” said Martin Huddart, V.P. of Electronic Technologies, ASSA ABLOY Americas. "This integration offers customers a robust access control system that truly addresses all of their needs, including a cost effective solution for extending access control deeper into their facility.”

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BHMA Issues Standard on Bored and Preassembled

BHMA Issues Standard on Bored and Preassembled

BHMA Locks are completely inspected before shipping out to distributers. These BHMA Locks have gone through vigorous inspections to ensure safety.

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BHMA Locks Bradenton, FL

The Builders Hardware Manufacturers Association (BHMA) broadcasts that the publishing of ANSI/BHMA D747.3-2012 American National Standards for already made door locks. These standardized BHMA locks are basically moveable hardware that is mounted on something. This creates moveable parts on your hardware. This includes: hinges, door closers, power doors, sliding glass doors, etc. These mounted products are what makes your BHMA locks move. There are different types of products and BHMA locks. Some of them are even graded to product specificity. If a certain type of hardware calls for BHMA locks, then you can get the proper locks that you are in need of. To also help those who are searching for products, BHMA has created a product numbering system. The number on the product is matched to the BHMA locks. Each digit stands for something. Use the guide to adjust the hardware that is needed for your locks. If you are having a hard time searching for this, you can find more information on the BHMA locks website. There you can find the entire product numbering fact sheet. This has helped out many people that are trying to match up the product and hardware for their BHMA locks.

The traditional document can be described as the revising of ANSI/BHMA D747.3-2012 and it also ensures the functioning efficiency specifications for the already made door locks. This also consists of evaluations on the process, capability, functioning, safekeeping as well as material analysis. It is very important that each lock is thoroughly inspected before leaving the warehouse. Once it passes inspection then it is available for purchase whether it be by a retail distributer or a locksmith company.

There is a complete list of instructions as well as inspection regulations for each lock that was made. For each lock, there is a manual, images of the product and assembly images.

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Mercury Access Control Systems

Mercury Access Control Systems Powered by SALTO

Mercury Access Control Systems Powered

Mercury Access Control panels are now implementing SALTO SALLIS wireless locking devices to expand existing access control systems. SALTO's SALLIS wireless technology gives Mercury Security Corporation the benefits of stand-alone locks on any door including panic bars, glass door locks and electronic cylinders.

SALTO’s SALLIS devices communicate wirelessly with Mercury access control panels, dramatically reducing the installation costs of access control devices. The online wireless devices are easy to install; and they permit the use of existing credentials, avoiding expensive migration costs. The ergonomic architecture of the system enables the connection of several devices to a single node. One router can manage several wireless communicating locks. SALTO’s access control systems are found on over 1,000,000 doors, on more than 4,500 projects in over 70 countries.

SALTO’s access control systems are found on over 1,000,000 doors, on more than 4,500 projects in over 70 countries.

Mercury Security Corporation, Long Beach, CA, has focused solely on the creation and supply of OEM access control hardware, with an installed base of 1.5 million panels.

RCI 3590 Battery Powered Lock ‘N’ Prox

Locks powered by battery

Battery Powered Lock

The Compressed 3950 Showcase Security device with developed local vicinity seems to be a highly recommended resolution when safety measure requirements are trying to go undetected. This method can be achieved by energizing the security device with the help of a lithium battery. Availability can be obtained by inserting an EM-formatted RFID125 kHz storage memory unit. The dead bolt will not be able to be identified through the outside housing device, eliminating the probability of being modified.

Safety measures for your Garage Door

Safety measures for your Garage Door

We want to provide safety to our garage door, but is it really safe. Our services here at A1 Agent Locksmith can help add protection to your garage door.

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Garage Door Safety

The access door to your garage may very well be the most significant access way inside your residence. Maintaining the quality and performance of the doorway as well as the mechanical operator is very important. Information coming from the International Door Association (IDA) in association to Door and Access Systems Manufacturers Association (DASMA), have selected March in becoming the National day for Garage Door Protection Month.

Looking for a way to provide you with the most excellent innovative capabilities to customers, a company by the name of Topside Entrance Enterprise, has manufactured various access door opener components. They have introduced additional safety and productive measures within your garage door. This is very important and we will explain why.

There's a product called the Superior Divider Unit, that is going to be available April 2007. This product guarantees homeowners with higher safety and better power over entrance door process. Having a light built into the door is able to give you a comforting relief feeling. By the way of Sure-Lock™ assembled within, it will enable the property owners to secure the outside of the establishment. This is very important when you are closing your garage door and the light does not turn off. You must read your manual to find out the proper information on how to use your automatic opener.

A1 Agent Locksmith Has also released the entrance garage door opener. The Topside remote opener can be considered as a sophisticated entranceway accessory to the garage that responds to everyones troublesome question, Did I not close the door when I went inside the house? As soon as the garage door shuts, the remote sends out a loud alarm along with flickering lights. You will also receive an orange glow to reassure you that the door has closed properly. If for some reason the door does not shut all the way, then you will receive a loud alarm along with a flickering yellow glow. Additionally, A1 Agent Locksmith will provide customers the protection and satisfaction needed. We will also advise you of professional suggestions to make sure the safety is properly maintained.

Check with the user guide as well as your local Bradenton Locksmith to understand the capabilities of using your garage door. It is always good to review the entire entranceway. You should check periodically to make sure your door is still functioning properly. It is very important to look over the coils, electrical wires, rolling wheels along with the lever system. Check for indications from a result of wear. These components are designed to be under an elevated amount of strain. It is not wise to try to fix them yourself. You should really consult with your Bradenton Locksmith Company or experienced sales associate. In the event that your entry door will not work properly, contact the manufacturer or your local dealer for more assistance.

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Are you Locked Out of the Home?

(Bradenton, FL) - Are you Locked Out of the Home? You'll need a Good Local Locksmith.

Have you been locked out of your home before? We understand your frustration. Our locksmith services can help you for when you are locked out of your home.

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Locked Out Bradenton, FL

How important is an effective locksmith? Simply put. Being locked out in not fun and we completely understand. At A1 Agent Locksmith, we are never far from your location. We are only a phone call away from your locked out situation.

Locksmiths are generally a extraordinary breed. They're qualified personnel in unlocking anything, if you find yourself locked out!

No, I'm not referring to robbing a traditional bank or anything at all illegal. However a general situation which has affected each and every one of us sooner or later in our life span is leaving the house after recognizing we have forgot our keys! I watch you as your frantically scrambling around trying to find your keys. Looking into your pant pockets and even going through every pocket of your jacket. Well, now that you know you have forgot or lost your keys, you think to yourself, what am I supposed to do now that I am locked out? The first thing our technician would do is figure out whether you forgot to close your window. This seems to be the most common way of getting back into your house. By entering through an opened or unlocked window. But seeing as how the crime rate has gone tremendously sky high, we always double check before leaving that all doors as well as windows are secured. So your next option is to either break a window or call a locksmith.

So, What am I supposed to do now?
This is when A1 Agent Locksmith comes to your rescue. An excellent locksmith is going to be indexed within your telephone listing as well as advertised over the internet. Nowadays, it seems like every person is more likely to search the web for a business. This is usually by typing in what service they need and their general location. Then what happens is you will be given a generated list of locksmiths that are located or assist in your area. Whether your search engine is Yahoo, Bing or Google, you should still be given roughly the same results. So trying to find a local locksmith is usually instantaneous when you understand that you have accidentally turned the lock on your knob and left your keys on the kitchen counter. Now you are completely locked out so you call a locksmith.

Once you have called a locksmith company and they are at your house to help you, any decent locksmith should be capable of getting into your home within a matter of minutes. There are several locks and bolts that are a little more frustrating. However if you have a locksmith with experience like us, than you should have no worries when they attempt to pick your lock. We will be able to gain access to your home professionally, but if you get locked out of anything, we are also capable of assisting you in other areas as well. It seems that the majority of individuals depend on a safeguarded residence to protect their family as well as their belongings. Having adequate locks and bolts will deficiently give you reassurance when you are away from your home. With our company, A1 Agent Locksmith, we are qualified to unlock your sheds, personal safes, locks on gates or fence doorways. Anything that pretty much has a lock on it, we are able to assist you.

Locksmith that are 24hours
Locksmith professionals are more likely to operate an emergency call center type of service which manages 24 hours a day and 7 days a week. But working those types of hours always comes with a hidden agenda; After hour rates. It is always a good idea to compare the value of an effective lock alongside the lock that is currently on your doors to ensure you have the proper protection against burglars. You do not need a highly costing lock or even a name brand lock to keep you safe. It is just as affective to protect your windows as well. If you don't have alarms or locks on your windows, than a criminal can break the glass and get easy access that way. Or even worse, if you happen to look yourself out, a neighbor could think that you were a burglar trying to break your own win down and call the police. No matter how you attempt to get into your home, it is all going to cost you money one way or another. Having a locksmith is the most sufficient option.

After you have a locksmith come to your home, they should be looking at all of your locks that are currently installed around your home. Any sufficient locksmith should consult with you regarding the types of locks you currently have and how to better your protection. Whether you need to upgrade your locks and bolts or even buy brand new ones, your locksmith should be able to assist you in the proper locks you are going to need. There are other options when it comes to locking your windows or doors. Roller protection shades have been designed for businesses and homes that are attempting to secure larger than normal areas around the home. They also make special locks for your garage door as well. This is especially for those people who have digital locks outside of their home for easy access. Unfortunately, it is also easy access for the criminal who is trying to break into your residence. Having the most adequate security is the best peace of mind anyone can ask for.

Choosing a locksmith is completely up to you. Do your research before you have a company come to your home or business. Knowing the exact rate and charges that are going to applied for your service call as well as making sure the company is legit are the most important. Locksmiths are not cheap by any means, but that does not mean you cant find an excellent company that has fair prices. When choosing A1 Agent Locksmith, all of our technicians are experienced, highly trained and capable of completing any job that is assigned to them. We have reasonable prices for the jobs we do. In addition, we care about our customers. Our main focus is protecting you and your family. Call us today for your lockout needs.

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Bump Key Proofing

Bump Key Proofing

Bump key proofing is a more serious situation than you may think. By bump key proofing your home, you can ensure the safety and security of your family.

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There is one question I get asked a lot in the field, and that is "What are bump keys?" And "How do they work?" The history behind bump keys is really quite simple. Originally they were created by Locksmiths to save time opening locks. This method has been around for many decades. But as of recently, within the past 15 years or so, they have become main stream. We have noticed that the call centers are "training" their technicians how to bump a lock because it is the easiest way to learn. However, because of this, the technicians don't stay in the field long so they use their improper training for the wrong reasons. This is now causing crooks to acquire bump keys. There is a "Bump Key Proofing Kit" available on the market. However, this product does not work all too well.

Being a second generation Locksmith, I have created a method that really does work and provide what they call "bump key proofing" locks. Our method here at A1 Agent Locksmith is proprietary, there for I can not go into too much detail regarding this matter. But rest assured, I have received many compliments about the security of our "bump key proofing" locks.

For example, one of my customers has an office here in Bradenton. He was on vacation and one of his employees was locked out, resulting in calling an unqualified Locksmith. The Locksmith spent 20 plus minutes and broke several bump keys attempting to gain access. Finally, he decided to drill out the locks because he claimed the lock was broken. Luckily, at the last minute, the owner call his employee and informed him that the office was bump proof. He advised the employee to call us, A1 Agent Locksmith, to help his employee access the office the proper way. Upon arrival, the other Locksmith technician was still there attempting and hoping to learn something about how to truly bump proof a lock, from me. I simply told him that it is proprietary and something only a true Locksmith could come up with as well as learn the trade as I did. He was truly bewildered that there is a tried and true method to secure locks at a responsible price.

So the next time you are locked out and call a Locksmith who uses a bump key to open your door, be mindful that they are probably not a qualified Locksmith. That is the reason bump keys have made it to the general public. All of our technicians at A1 Agent Locksmith are not allowed to use a bump key. We believe in proper training and doing things the right way. We will only pick your locks like a professional company should. By doing this, it will give you a peace of mind knowing you will gain access to your property without any damage to your locks. Not to mention, we alleviate any fears of having your locks drilled, costing you hundreds of hard earned dollars, all because you were locked out.

Our main focus with our company is to gain your trust. We would like all of our customers, who we have done business with, to come back to us. We want to prove to you that we are truly a family owned and operated company, not just a fancy slogan. Our technicians are professional but down to earth. Once you have compared us with any other Locksmith company in Bradenton and Sarasota are, you will see why are are number 1 on the listings. Let us help you today with all your bump key proofing Locksmith needs. Our technicians are always ready.

Lock Bumping and Bump Keys. Bump Key Proofing by A1 Agent Locksmith.
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