How Can I Protect Myself from a Bump Key?
Since the knowledge of the bump key came into public light a few years ago, it continues to spread. With this, experts have already warned that just like knowledge about other security measures and their faults, criminals will adapt to this knowledge. That puts almost all at risk. There are things you can do to be sure you aren’t the victim of an aberrant bump key.
Unfortunately, almost all of these things require the expenditure of money. Consumers have been particularly stingy with their money when it comes to locks; believe one is as good as any other. This is simply not true. As knowledge and use of the bump key continues to spread, it is imperative to take the right steps before it is too late. Some insurance companies already require business and homes of a certain value or in particular areas to take additional precautions. They will often require you to install advance locking and/or security systems. This is most likely only going to become more commonplace right next to its causes, such as the bump key.
If you are concerned abut the security of you home or business—and, who isn’t?—one of the first things you can do is hire a locksmith. The locksmith can evaluate your doors and locks and make suggestions as to how vulnerable they are to circumvention including by intrusions made with a bump key. The locksmith can also recommend what locks to purchase, if you do need new locks. Be prepared as good locks come at a premium price.
Other things you can do to prevent illegal entry include hiring a security consultant, but there are a few simple steps you can take here as well. Install multiple locks by different manufacturers. The more bump keys needed, the less likely a target. Make sure all entry ways are visible and well-lit. Someone may otherwise hear the noise caused by using the bump key, but not know where it came from unless they can see. Simple overhangs can also be installed on a doorframe, making it difficult for one to strike the top of a bump key. Something suggested here and by others may seem hardly worth the trouble, but protecting yourself from the damage of a bump key and other methods of intrusion can be priceless.
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