Florida came in at number five on the list of Top 10 Most Dangerous States by 24/7 Wall St. in 2016. There were 1,149 total murders (third-highest in the nation) and 540.5 violent crimes per 100,000 people this year. Violent crimes were concentrated in Florida’s urban areas, as is the case with most states. Seven…
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13 Not-So-Obvious Home Safety Hacks For A Safer Home
Homeowners concerned with safety can secure their home with these quick and easy home security hacks. Preparation and vigilance can go a long way toward both protecting yourself from emergencies and property loss, as well as to be more prepared for when and if a disaster strikes. The Layers Of Security There are three layers…
How To Find A Reputable Locksmith Online
These days it seems you can find almost anything online. From repair services to grocery delivery to a babysitter or a date, almost everyone is available on the internet. However, this doesn’t mean every person and service is reputable. It’s crucial to find trustworthy services, especially when seeking a locksmith. Locksmith services don’t often get…
Losing Your Keys: A Common Problem
We’ve all been there. You’re getting ready to leave your home or office, but you can’t walk out the door without your keys. How much time do you spend each day looking for your keys? It’s easy to understand why we misplace our keys. They’re usually small and lightweight – it may be hard to…
Sarasota Florida Crime Rates
Florida has a long history of violent crime. The state is often on the news for unusual criminal activity and hair-raising stories, from kidnappings to grand theft auto. Sarasota’s criminal past has been rocky, hitting a five-year low in 2011. Sarasota is fairing better today, but there’s no guarantee that this will last. Crime Rate…
Ideas For Easy Home Security Camera Setups
Everyone should feel safe in their own home. Safety is a basic human need. Yet you may not feel safe after an incident occurs in your home or neighborhood or after you watch the evening news. Installing security cameras can be one way to feel more secure in your home. Security cameras will ensure that…
3 Steps To Remove A Commercial Door Lock
Removing The Door Lock In 3 Steps If you have a commercial door lock and you have decided you want to remove it yourself, we have the steps you’ll need to complete this task. Step One The first step is to take a tool with a sharp point, like an awl, or a punch tool…
Don’t Get Locked Out Of A Good Time This 4th Of July – Clearwater Area Events!
ABC Locksmith wants you and yours to have a great 4th of July this year so we’ve compiled a short list of things to do around town. This is by no means an exhaustive list but we’ve tried to find a little bit of something for everyone in here. From singles, to couples, to families,…
Why You Should Create A Hidden Room Or Space In Your House
When you were a child, did you ever read books or watch movies about adventure stories about castles or mansions with secret rooms? They were very interesting and the idea that a dwelling could have a space that was hidden from some of the residents was a very exciting one. Now that you are an…
Home Security At Your Fingertips
As a homeowner, keeping your family and property safe and secure is always a priority. With modern technology, it’s possible to have it literally at your fingertips. Your smart phone or tablet can be used to access your home security system at your convenience. See And Speak To Visitors At Your Door The Ring Video…