Benefits of a Local Toronto Locksmith
is a locally owned and operated Toronto locksmith, serving the entire GTA. Why is that a good thing? We’re glad you asked. In the local phone book, you’ll find plenty of national locksmith companies, often with multiple different phone numbers listed for the same company. They’re presented as being local, but they’re not; call them, […]
What’s the Difference Between Re-Keying a Lock and Changing A Lock?
Maybe there’s an old key floating out there, in the hands of someone you don’t trust. Maybe you’ve just moved into a new apartment. Maybe you’ve had a break-in and are looking for added security. One way or another, you need to change your lock. Or perhaps just re-key it? Both changing a lock and […]
How to Prevent Lock Bumping
Lock bumping, or key bumping, is a key tool in the arsenal of the home invader. It’s a skill that more and more potential burglars are learning, and it’s a serious problem for you and your home security. Lock bumping requires a special “bump key”. It’s designed to force the pin stacks up, with the […]
Why Do People Call Locksmiths?
As veteran locksmiths, we’ve been called for a wide variety of reasons. Every time you think you’ve seen it all, a new call will come in with its own unique circumstances. The experts at GTA Lockman are happy to provide the entire Greater Toronto Area with high-quality locksmith services, no matter what the needs are. […]
The Benefits of Professional Lock Installation
These days, anyone can go down to their local hardware store and buy their own lock and deadbolt. They can install it themselves, completely DYI. Why bother going with a professional locksmith at all? If you’re handy, you can do it yourself, right? While that’s not entirely false, it’s almost a guarantee that a DYI […]
How Can Master Rekeying Help You?
There’s an inherent contradiction in security needs for owners of businesses or managers of apartment complex. They need to be able to access all of the apartments or offices in their complex at all times, so they need a key that works on all locks. On the other hand, tenants need to be able to […]
What Can a Lockout Service Do For You?
Toronto Lockout Service Locked Out? Call GTA Lockman for immediate service! There is nothing more frustrating than having the door slam behind you, only to realize that your keys are trapped inside. Whether it’s leaving your house to check the mail or parking your car at work, suddenly and unexpectedly losing access to your home […]
How to Secure Sliding Glass Doors
Your sliding glass door is a potential weak point in your home security. While they offer great light and a feeling of spaciousness to your home, they are inherently less secure than a standard door or a wall. Whether that’s through smashing single-pane glass, tampering with usually simple locks or even simply removing the doors […]
What Should You Do in an Emergency Lockout Situation?
Being locked out of your home or car is annoying in any situation, but when it’s an emergency, it can be downright panic-inducing. Late at night, in inclement weather, when you’re responsible for small children – it’s not just an inconvenience, it’s a question of safety. The first step is to calm down. When you […]
You’ve Lost Your House Keys: Now What?
You’re ready to go home, or go out on errands, and you reach into your pocket. Suddenly, you realize the worst has come to pass: your keys are missing! You pat your pockets and look around, but they’re nowhere to be seen. Now what do you do? Step one is simple: calm down. Losing your […]
