Confessions of a Locksmith
Justin Fankhauser
Language: English
Pages: 54
ISBN: B00H2ZDZNU
Format: PDF / Kindle (mobi) / ePub
Justin Fankhauser has been a locksmith for over 10 years. He's written this book, with useful tips and amusing anecdotes collected throughout his career, to help people get a better idea of how they should secure their properties.
"I learned a lot from this, managed to identify weaknesses in my own home that I'd never even thought about and have since had them fixed." - Keith, Werribee
"A very entertaining and insightful read. Offering handy tips and useful information that I've taken on board to keep my property secure. Justin definitely knows his stuff!" - Catherine, Melbourne
"Being robbed is something no one wants to experience. Being properly secured is something a lot of us are not educated about. After reading Justin's book, I can say I have a great understanding of home and business security options, recommendations and tips. Easy to read, loved the illustrations and real life stories. A must read for every person that wants safety for themselves, family and business." - Natasa Denman, Greensborough
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© Jenkait Pty Ltd 2013 22/148 Arthurton Road Northcote, Victoria 3070 www.toplock.net.au 1300 679 979 Edit and design by Patricia L Magnus, Magnus Books Sarasota, FL, USA First Edition published June 2013 Printed in Australia ISBN: 978-0-9875997-3-5 (MOBI) ISBN: 978-0-9875997-4-2 (EPUB) This book is sold with the understanding that the author and the publisher are not engaged in rendering professional services within this book. If advice or other professional assistance is required,.
Sneakers at the front door. Someone’s in there! Should I ring the police?” PS – for best effect, use running shoes that are well worn in and a bit scruffy. Tip 2 The Sound of Safety Buy an inexpensive radio and turn it on when you are going out. Better yet, put it on a timer, so it comes on at various times during the day. Radios don’t use too much power and when they are on, they make it sound as if someone is at home. Why does this work? It has to do with the weakest link theory.
That they are also locked makes it difficult for a burglar to get into what’s inside. So, if it’s valuable, and you want to keep it safe, buy a safe. It’s your best choice. Tip 9 Pack It Up We see it all the time, and so do you. It’s just that you’re not a burglar (we hope), so you don’t pay attention. But thieves do. You buy a high-ticket item like a TV. You unpack it, install it and you’re in hog heaven. A few days later your house is robbed. Wonder why? You left a nice big sign in.
Come with the door and are pre-installed are referred to as flush bolts and are cut into the door itself. These are not as strong as surfaced style patio bolts, but are good as secondary locks. Proper patio bolts can also be retrofit into French doors and are an excellent addition to your overall security plan. Here is what one looks like: Flush bolts are a little less obtrusive and modern looking than patio bolts. They can be used in a wider variety of doors, including patio doors to.
Here’s what a reed switch looks like Panic switches can also be installed – the most popular place for these being the bedroom of a house. Don’t be afraid to show people you have an alarm. Place stickers on windows and doors – as well as on front and back gates – of your home and business. Remember, the goal is to make your home unattractive for a burglar. Friends or family members won’t think any less of you for it. Finally, alarms provide the ultimate in peace of mind. You can receive.