If you haven’t already heard about lock bumping, it’s a good thing you’re reading this to find out about it. Bump keys are a very real security threat. Simply put, lock bumping is when someone inserts a flattened key into your deadbolt lock and taps the tip of the key with a hammer. After a few hits, the key will turn and criminals have access to your home.
Not all locks can be bumped. It is important to know the difference between good quality locks and locks that give a false sense of security. High-security locks for homes and business that can withstand large amounts of force come at a price. High-security locks can range anywhere from $100-$200. That price is significantly lower than the price you will pay to replace your laptop or flat screen TV.
Sadly, anyone can obtain a bump key. Anyone can obtain a bump key and learn how to use it by simply searching lock bumping into Google. A bump key, when used correctly, will create a separation between the bottom pins and drivers in a pin tumbler lock, allowing the cylinder plug to turn.
The Ultimate Lock is cannot be bumped or picked. So it adds protection that inexpensive deadbolts can’t. Click on the link below to see a news video about lock bumping.
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