Vacations are supposed to be relaxing. Unfortunately, many homeowners unintentionally create stressful—and sometimes expensive—situations for the friends, family members, or professional sitters watching their homes and pets. At Able, we regularly see situations where: A house sitter gets locked out A pet sitter loses a key An electronic keypad battery fails A locksmith arrives but…
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Why Professional Locksmiths Must Verify Ownership First In a previous article, we discussed how modern technology has made it possible for keys to be duplicated from photographs. Many people were surprised to learn that with the right tools and knowledge, a key can sometimes be measured, decoded, and recreated from a clear image. Shortly after…
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Legally Deter Drones — How to Block Their View Our cranky old Veteran and his wife are still on the patio. This time, though, they’ve added a few tricks: a privacy sail overhead, motion lights tucked along the fence, and mist spraying just enough to blur any would-be spy lens. The drone buzzes. The couple…
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How do you know if you safe is not safe? Recently, WIRED magazine published an article about vulnerabilities in electronic safe locks, specifically the Securam ProLogic series. The piece highlighted research showing that certain backdoor functions, originally intended for locksmiths and manufacturers, could be exploited by hackers to open safes in seconds. Understandably, this type…
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Picture it. Maryland. 1984 2025. A cranky old Veteran and his wife are sitting in their backyard. Crickets are chirping. The sun has set. It is quiet. It is cool. It is dark. It is peace. *wwwwhhhhrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrreeeeeeeerrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr* Nothing gets the blood pumping on a midsummer night like the unexpected gifts of this live-action…
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A Picture of Your Key is Enough to Make a Working Copy. Did you know a quick snapshot of your keys could leave your home or business vulnerable to unauthorized entry? At Able Locksmiths, LLC, we want our residential and commercial customers to stay informed about modern threats, including the lesser-known risk of key duplication…
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Security isn’t just about locks and cameras. It’s about creating an environment where you get to decide who has access to your life. Whether you’re a survivor of stalking, someone supporting a friend in danger, or simply looking to feel safer in your space, you can make meaningful changes—without breaking the bank or living in…
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The industry-leading Von Duprin line of fire-rated exit devices—commonly known as panic bars—is the reason we proudly sell Allegion brand products. These devices are not just hardware. They are life safety equipment born from tragedy and built to protect lives. A Tragedy That Changed Safety Forever In 1903, the Iroquois Theatre fire in Chicago claimed the…
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If you’ve ever called a locksmith for an emergency lockout, you’ve probably heard the question, “Does your ID match the address?” And let’s face it — when you’re already having a bad day, this might be the last thing you want to hear. But, there’s a good reason for it, and trust me, it’s not…
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Security Cameras: an essential tool in every security portfolio. With rising concerns about theft, porch pirates, and neighborhood safety, more home and business owners than ever are investing in surveillance systems. But before you mount that shiny new camera over your door, there are a few legal and practical things you really need to know.…
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