Doors Fifteen, Locks Zero

What one new homeowner's "security system" actually left wide open

My husband has been in the locksmith business for years, and I, as his wife, have heard lots of surprising stories — which makes for interesting fodder, and of course, a means of educating. Just when I think I’ve heard it all, something more stunning comes my way.

Last week, he was called out to help a new homeowner who wasn’t given a single key at settlement. Turns out the previous owners never locked any of the 15 exterior doors in their 14,000 square foot house. Not one. They didn’t even lock the pool house — ever. Instead, they relied entirely on an alarm system for their security.

All I have to say here is: WOW.

A security system is helpful for deterring intruders, but it’s no substitute for secure locks, which are truly your first line of defense. In any house, it takes a seasoned thug less than a minute to get inside — and since he knows exactly where to look for valuables, he can be in and out in as few as 11 minutes. That’s well before the police can arrive.

Now picture a house that size — 15 exterior doors, and only 4 people living there. The risk is even greater, because obviously, those 4 people cannot be everywhere at once.

All this to say: if an alarm system is your only line of defense, you’re not actually secure. I’d encourage you to think twice, and to bring in a trusted locksmith for the locks themselves. Protect what matters most — your home, your children, your peace of mind, and your sense of calm.

If you’re in the DMV and you’re not sure whether your doors are actually doing their job, give Mike’s Locksmith a call. We’ll take a look — no scare tactics, just an honest assessment of where you stand.

📞 240-506-7500 / 571-436-3160 🌐 www.mikes-locksmith.com