In recent years, “lock bumping” has received a lot of publicity in the media. It’s a method by which criminals with specially made keys can open a large portion of the deadbolt locks that are on most American homes, today.
If you have any question about how easy it is to get your hands on one of these specially made keys, or how easy it is to open a locked door by this method, simply Google the term “lock bumping,” and you’ll find a variety of online sources for bumping keys as well as instructional videos that show the technique in action.
Fortunately, several companies now make “bump proof” locks or retro-fit cylinders that are immune to this type of manipulation and will help guarantee that your door is truly locked. Of course, if you really want to insure your home’s and family’s safety, we recommend a monitored home security system from Monitronics. Call us today at 800-290-0709 to schedule an appointment with a Monitronics security expert.
