Lock Bumping, Are You Safe?

As a handyman I am always posting articles about home safety and home security. We are always getting calls to install deadbolts and window locks. Thanks to a comment posted by Brett, I wanted to post this article about “Lock Bumping”. Lock bumping is a Locksmiths trick to open cylinder locks. By using a special series of cuts on a regular key, plus a series or taps, thieves can open almost any lock in minutes. Thanks to the internet anyone can get information on how to make a bump key, making your traditional deadbolt lock easy prey for a break-in. From an insurance company stand point this type of break in leaves no evidence of forced entry and a reluctance to pay a claim. There are several very inexpensive ways to protect yourself from break-ins due to lock bumping, including a popular device called “LockJaw”. Ask your local handyman about installing one of these devices on your dead bolt. The small cost for this safety device is well worth the peace of mind.

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