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Explore our blog for an inside look at Ben's Lock and Security, your go-to professional for all things lock and security-related. Drawing from 13 years of hands-on experience, we bring you expert advice, useful tips, and interesting stories from the field, helping you better understand and manage your residential and commercial security needs in Kitchener and surrounding areas in Ontario.
With Easter gatherings approaching, learn how to secure your home and protect valuables with expert locksmith advice.
Uncover the maintenance needs of automatic door operators. Learn the simple steps to ensure smooth functioning and longevity
Learn key considerations for selecting the right safe. Protect your valuables with a trustworthy installation.
Are automatic door openers required? Understand AODA basics, winter maintenance, power/battery options, and when to upgrade operators for barrier‑free entry.
Kick off 2026 with smarter security. When should you rekey, rotate keypad codes, or set up a master key system? Steps to tighten key control at home and work.
What size safe do you need? Compare fire ratings, burglary grades, lock types, and best install locations. Plus: when a pro should bolt down your safe.
Why do locks freeze in winter? Learn safe de-icing, lubrication dos and don’ts, strike plate tweaks, and when to call a pro to repair locks and frames in cold.
Are panic bars required by code? Get a holiday-ready checklist to test, maintain, and upgrade exit devices, closers, and fire-rated hardware before year-end crowds.
Worried about porch pirates? Prevent package theft, secure mailbox locks, and protect doors with keypads. Tips for post‑Thanksgiving through the New Year.
Ensure maximum security for your commercial space. Discover Ben's locksmith services, from rekeys to fire-rated doors, for a secure and efficient workspace.