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Vacation Rental Owners, Are You Ready For Holiday Vacationers?

October 30, 2017

It may not even feel like fall, given the temperate temperatures we enjoy all year here in Panama City Beach, but Christmas is right around the corner! In other parts of the country, that means freezing winds and an abundance of snow—and a craving for warmer weather. We live in a pretty prime place for vacationers to flock to, which means that if you prepare properly, you could stand to make some extra income this holiday season. But, before you start seeing dollar signs flash before your eyes, step back and do a vacation rental double check. Now is the perfect time to check over your rental home, before your calendar fills up with bookings. Here are a few things to check over: Staples and…

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Keyless Entry Risks: Protecting Your Vehicle

September 30, 2017

Keyless entry systems add a level of convenience to both homes and vehicles that make us wonder how we managed to get by without them. After all, how nice is it to be able to click a button or enter a code to open a door? From a purely convenient standpoint, keyless entry is great for those days that we try to carry too many things at once and don’t have time to dig through bags to find keys—or for those who habitually lose keys or lock them somewhere inaccessible. And, as locksmiths, when we talk about keyless entry systems, we’re usually talking about those handy numbered keypad door locks that we regularly install on residential homes. However, it’s important to remember another set of…

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What to do When a Keyless Entry Isn’t Working

May 20, 2017
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How often have you had to call a locksmith out to your home (or an auto locksmith out to your car) because you inadvertently left your keys at home or locked them somewhere unreachable? For so many people across the country, keyless entry and keyless ignition vehicles have become a blessing because you can simply toss your keys into your purse or pocket and get going. Well, if you’re one of those people who relies on your keyless ignition to keep from calling the auto locksmith every few weeks, why haven’t you invested in a keyless entry system for your home? If you’ve been keeping up with the Destin Locksmithing blog, you’ve probably noticed that we’re big fans of keyless door locks. With a keyless…

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Hairpin Lock Picking – Is it Possible?

April 30, 2017

How many movies, spy or otherwise, have you seen a femme fatale pull a hairpin from her intricate updo to open the door to a restricted area? This movie trope feels like it’s so overdone and, with the technology available today, can make a movie feel outdated if it’s not done well. But that does beg the question: how much of that is movie hype and how much of that is fiction? Read on to learn more about whether picking a lock with a bobby pin is actually possible and why it works the way it does. What’s Your Lock? The first thing we need to clarify is that yes, picking a lock with a hairpin is possible – but only with some locks. For…

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Keyless Entry Types

April 20, 2017

In our Destin Locksmithing blogs, we’ve mentioned a time or two all the myriad uses for keyless entry, as well as the benefits they can bring to your home, vacation rental, or business. As a quick refresher, keyless entry locks are, generally speaking, a replacement for both knob and deadbolt (or just the deadbolt) and require a passcode or a specific series of button pushing to be permitted entry. The perk here is that you eliminate the need for keys or swipeable security cards to open the lock. They add additional security to any door on which they are installed. And, for those who own a vacation rental property or business here in Destin or Panama City Beach, keyless entry systems are a great way…

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How Keyless Entry Works

January 20, 2017

One of the most interesting recent features developed for new cars recently was the advent of keyless entry and keyless ignition. In new cars, physical keys have become a backup measure in case the battery in the key fob dies, not to actually allow entry or start a car. It sounds a little bit like something out of The Jetsons. Given that they are more secure and make life easier, doesn’t it make sense to do this for your home as well? The good news is, you can! With Destin Locksmithing, you can have keyless door locks for your home in no time! How Keyless Entry Locks Work Keyless entry systems are awesome because they easily replace both the doorknob and deadbolt with one integrated…

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Keyless Entry For Your Vacation Home

December 30, 2016

We know it’s a bit cliche, but Florida has gained the reputation as a vacationer’s paradise for a reason! We have gorgeous beaches, delicious restaurants, and plenty of attractions to enjoy whether you’re in Panama City Beach, Destin, or elsewhere. Of course, with the advent of websites like VRBO (Vacation Rental By Owner) and AirBnB, it’s easier than ever to quickly and painlessly run a rental home business. Make your life as a vacation rental owner even easier by calling Destin Locksmithing to install keyless entry door locks! What They Are One of the most common complaints vacation rental owners have is the hassle of arranging to drop off keys for your guests, cleaners, repairmen, and anyone else who needs entry into the house. With…

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