Kuna - Smart Security Camera And Wireless Peephole

The Kuna is a sensational new product recently released to the mass market that can become your video peephole, a product that fills a wide and unfulfilled market segment.

We have posted about wireless peepholes and closed circuit camera systems in the past and received some interesting feedback about these products, but once in a while along comes a product that singularly changes the perspective. And does so for a realistic entry price.

The Kuna system offers distinctive styling while appealing to both the nouveau and rustic styled home owner.

This intelligent product combines the benefits of real time security with convenience, in our wired/wireless lifestyle.

Simply replace your current outdoor light with the easy to install Kuna. Connect to your wifi and app and that's it. Because the unit is hardwired to our residence (in place of the current light fixture), no batteries are required. Low voltage application means no electrician is required to complete the install. It is a real DIY product.

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Crime Reports - St Louis Metro Region (last 30 days)

 Pictured below are some maps provided by Crime Reports that show 3 regions within the St Louis Metropolitan Area that identify the locations of Property Crimes, Robberies and Break & Enters, that have occurred in the last 30 days.








Many home buyers like to research information about their desired neighborhoods to live in and knowing the number of crimes reported recently in those areas, provides valuable data when determining the price they want to pay for a home in a particular neighborhood.

Pictured to the left are the Maryland Heights/Creve Coeur areas.








 Pictured to the left here are the Florissant/Hazelwood/Bridgeton areas.

 Pictured to the left here are the downtown/south city/Webster Groves areas.










We selected to only show the last 30 days activity of reported crimes, that are specifically Robberies, Property Crimes (which can include instances of theft or damage etc) and Break & Entering. You can determine your own reports by visiting the Crime Reports website (in the source below), where you can select fine details including particular street names and different crime types, that might fit your chosen criteria.

This information will prove helpful to real estate professionals, home buyers, property valuers as well as security system providers.

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Meroni Nova Passage Sets In Multiple Color Options - Now Available

We are pleased to announce a new "Buy Now" link on our sister site that enables you to purchase the Meroni Nova Passage Set.

There are multiple color options available at diferrent costs, but essentially we have a considerable inventory of varying colors.

Each passage set comes with your choice of latch mechanism, a square strike plate and your choice of nylon or metal roses.

We have included some of the colors we have in stock but we also have many other varying colors that might appeal to differing tastes.

The prices listed therein are the list prices for the products per unit. We will be pleased to offer substantial quantity discounts to customers who choose to contact us directly.

The Meroni Nova product is exceptional quality made by an established Italian company, Serrature Meroni. We are the North American distributors for this fabulous product line.
Premiapri Nova handlesets are the original line produced by this famous Italian company for over 45 years. The unique functions and operations are unlike any other product you may have seen before. The handle/knob doesnt turn. The button on top is the activator of the latch mechanism. This can be especially helpful to consumers who may be physically challenged or arthritis sufferers. 

Other versions will be coming online soon, including keyed entrance, privacy/bathroom, hotel/motel functions.

In the very near future we will announce a new product that will change the Smartlock market too.

In March 2016, we will be displaying the fabulous Meroni Product Line at the St. Louis Home And Garden Show to be held at America Center in downtown St. Louis, Missouri. We cordially invite our customers and all interested parties to attend and see in person these beautifully designed products, have a play and feel the quality and view the other options including Premiapri Combina, Premiapri Forma and the amazing Pigio range of premium quality lever style handlesets.

View the link in the source below to see the options available.

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Holiday Season - Increases Theft Opportunities

Denver Police recently released a video they made with a former thief about the pitfalls of holiday season shopping.

The fellow in this video highlights excellent points that all shoppers, especially holiday shoppers require to be aware of and take precautions to avoid.





The person in this video informs us that we all need to be much more vigilant and self protective, because there are a great many nefarious characters just waiting to prey upon our negligence.

I believe it is my responsibility to provide information and education about products and services that increase your and your families personal and property security.

The locksmith profession is one of the oldest professions, dating back to medieval times. Locksmiths came about because consumers have a need to find someone who can provide the better lock system to protect our properties, our dwellings and our families from the continually increasing instances of burglary and theft.

As "Dave" points out, the thief doesnt discriminate. The thief doesnt care whom he causes harm to.
The thief is always "casing" the parking lot for the opportunity to commit a crime.

As a consumer or a parent, it is only our own responsibility to protect ourselves and our families, by taking preventative action to thwart attempts to steal, damage or cayuse harm to us, our friends or our families.

Sometimes there is little that can be done to stave against some of the methods that these nefarious characters ply. By contacting your local locksmith or consulting with an industry approved locksmith with accreditation from notable associations like the SOPL (Society of Professional Locksmiths), ALOA or a couple of other notable groups, the consumer might find ways and means to protect themselves, their friends, their families and their properties, this festive season.

Providing security advice and offering quality security products and services are the principal aims of the locksmith trade. Not all locksmiths, just make keys to cars.

We wish you the happiest and least stressful holiday season. We wish you a happy, healthy and secure festive season.

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Apple Withdraws August And Kevo Smart Locks From Its Shelves

According to an article in Techhive, a tech industry online magazine, Apple have pulled the popular August and Kwikset Kevo Smart Locks from their stores.

Apparently Apple have decided to only include products that adhere to their chosen HomeKit Smartphone platform.

While this may be interesting news for Apple iPhone users and existing owners of August and Kevo products, I think it is not surprising.

Apple is a forward thinking tech giant that offers premium quality products at premium prices and aligning themselves with cheap stuff doesnt really seem an appropriate fit for America's leading company.

We have posted articles about the August Smart Lock and also the Kwikset Kevo in the recent past and we continue to remain totally unimpressed by the products.

There is no doubt that electronics embedded in door locks is here to stay. But the quality of door lock, you choose to have on your home or office can say much about you. Choose wisely.

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Audi, BMW And Mercedes Targeted - Bold Thieves Operating Smash And Grab Pattern

Many car owners feel pretty secure leaving their car keys in a bowl when they get home from work. Yet, statistics show that the increased boldness of thieves to break in while you are home, is increased. According to a recent report in the Herald Sun newspaper, Sgt Ferguson, of the Moorabbin Police force said, "“We’re seeing a trend where people are breaking into houses while you’re there, "

Forget picking locks for a minute.
Burglars know that the most productive method of entry is to smash their way in.
As locksmiths, it is our desire to create the simplest yet secure product meeting our customers budgets.

We offer simple, cost effective products aimed at stopping the "Smash and Grab".

From preventing Door Frame Failure to preventing Glass Breakage we can protect against the smash and grab.

According to the article thieves are targeting Audi, BMW and Mercedes owners among many luxury brands. They lurk nearby waiting to pounce when they see your vehicle. Often these thieves will use your car to cause mayhem.

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Pocket Doors Are The Future Of Building - Maximising Internal Living Space Actually Increases The Value Of Your Home

Our best selling product, the fabulous Lockwood 7444 Keyed Pocket Door Lock, continues to outsell almost any other product in our inventory.

The ease of installation and the smart/modern look, is sought after by many and varying customers across North America.

We are receiving increased interest and orders from builder-contractors too, who sometimes call me and say that they are tired of being "sold to" by an number of supposed "experts", who suggest that their product recommendation is the only choice to solve an obviously simple problem of just securing a pocket door.

The increasing number of property owners who rent out their properties, yet want to keep one cupboard full of their tools and other housing necessities secured from community use. Many are building cupboards that use a pocket door because pocket doors minimize the space requirements often required by typical outward opening swinging cupboard doors (often 9'²). that is 9 square feet of space required to be left empty, just to be able to use a door.

A pocket door saves that space, but often there are few quality products that can secure a pocket door suitably.

Using a pocket door, instead of a swinging door increases the usable living space of a room. In today's competitive housing market, more and more homeowners are seeking to maximize the amount of space inside their homes. Installing pocket doors does just that. It increases the usable living space of rooms in a dwelling. Consequently, more useful living space, adds greater value to a home and it's resale value.

We had mentioned about a temporary price reduction for the Lockwood 7444 Keyed Pocket Door Lock back at the beginning of September and that the price will be increasing around November 1st.
We have continued this discounted price a little bit longer but we will be returning to the old price by the end of the month (probably sooner).

If you are on the fence about purchasing, it will be going back to the original price of $125.00 each very soon, so get on and purchase now to save at least $10.

D&D Technologies Release New Hydraulic Gate Closer/Hinge Hybrid

D&D Technologies, the world leading gate locking system and hinge producer from Australia have just introduced another revolutionary item to their vast range of superior gate hardware and locking systems. The SureClose ReadyFit Closer And Hinge will dramatically improve new or existing gates and how they operate.

Watch the video above to see the simple installation and setting.
This product will work with gates up to 260lbs.
It is for outward opening fittings, which makes it ideal for swimming pool enclosures, especially at country club estates, housing communities, gated communities or anywhere with a communal access swimming pool or gated entry.

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