COTHRON'S SECURITY PROFESSIONALS
 24/7 Service
 24/7 Service
COTHRON'S SECURITY PROFESSIONALS
  • Home
  • Services
    • Electronic Security >
      • Access Control
      • Multi-Family Solutions
      • Security & Surveillance
      • Home Security >
        • Alarm.com
    • Door Hardware
    • Doors, Frames & Glass
    • Locksmith >
      • GSA Certified
      • No-Touch Solutions
    • Safes
  • About
    • Clients
  • Contact
  • Employment
  • Blog
  • Tools
 24/7 Service
  • Home
  • Services
    • Electronic Security >
      • Access Control
      • Multi-Family Solutions
      • Security & Surveillance
      • Home Security >
        • Alarm.com
    • Door Hardware
    • Doors, Frames & Glass
    • Locksmith >
      • GSA Certified
      • No-Touch Solutions
    • Safes
  • About
    • Clients
  • Contact
  • Employment
  • Blog
  • Tools

Cothron's News

8/30/2022

The Smart Lock Trend Is Here To Stay

 
From the time they can save and the accessibility they provide to the enhanced security features, it’s no wonder that smart locks are trending…and are only going to get more popular, when it comes to workplace safety, home security, school safety, and beyond!
smart door lock benefits
About 70% of households in the United States have at least one smart device, based on research by the Consumer Technology Association, and one popular example is smart locks, a market which is worth $2.4 billion and is expected to reach over $4 billion by 2027.

Why are more and more people turning to innovative locks for their homes and businesses?

The most obvious answer is the ease of access. In today’s digital world, we are used to getting information, food orders, clothes, calls with family or coworkers, TV shows, and more with the click of a button…and we want the same, when it comes to getting into our houses and our places of work. Smart locks can connect to a phone and unlock only when said phone is in a certain range, or they can be controlled with a keypad, allowing entry when a specific code is entered.

Time is another factor, as Alarms.org found that 57% of people in the U.S. said smart products save them about 30 minutes each day. Instead of fumbling around in a bag for your keys, you can, for instance, punch in your keypad code instead. 

Of course, security is a top reason for more than 12 million American households installing smart locks. These gadgets allow for the tracking of who enters/exists and for locking the door remotely if someone forgot to do so. They eliminate the need for a spare key, too, helping to decrease the chances of a break-in. 

The locksmiths at Cothron’s – Austin's oldest and largest locksmith company – can help you choose the right lock for your doors and upgrade your security at home, the office, and beyond. 

In addition, offered security systems can include burglary/intrusion detection, temperature controls, security alarms, access control, video surveillance, and security cameras from partner brands like Yale Accentra, Allegion, Assa Abloy, Brivo, and Open Options.

Call us today at 512-472-6273 or fill out a service request here. We look forward to helping you enhance your security!

6/23/2022

The Importance Of Up-To-Date Locks, Alarms, & Security Features

 
Upgrading doors, locks, alarm systems, and other security equipment can improve aesthetics, functionality, safety, and more.
access card unlocking door
Within the realm of security – which includes locks, alarms, safes, access control systems, and beyond – there are always new technologies and advancements, which make for new ways to keep people safe. 

Therefore, it is important to inspect doors, windows, and security equipment regularly and to replace/repair, as needed, since up-to-date solutions…
  • LOOK NICE - One reason for these types of updates is aesthetics. A person may want to include a new door installation in their remodeling project, upgrade to a sleek video surveillance system, or replace old/broken hardware. All of these decisions offer an array of benefits and also make for a good first impression.
 
  • ARE MORE FUNCTIONAL - Oftentimes, replacements of locks, alarms, and security features come about due to functionality. It may seem like all doors and keys work in, more or less, the same way, but there are modern-day options that make things easier and safer for users. For example, smart home and electronic security solutions come with 24-hour monitoring, keyless entry, and remote access.
 
  • OFFER MORE BENEFITS - On a similar note, different products offer up different benefits. Want to reduce the spread of germs? Go with no-touch door hardware that can be opened by foot or with motion. Need a safe for a particular reason? There are fireproof ones, those made specifically for guns or jewelry, types that can fit into the wall or ground, and then some. Wishing all the doors in the office worked with the same key? A locksmith can handle that. 
 
  • INCREASE SAFETY - Of course, safety is the top reason for updating doors, keys, locks, and alarm systems. From homes and places of work to schools and medical centers, security should be prioritized, and going with more modern selections from Cothron’s Safe & Lock is one way to do this.
​
You don’t have to wait until you move or go through a remodel; you can make upgrades now…upgrades that give you more control and peace of mind. If you are looking for a stylish, functional, beneficial, and/or safe solution, contact Cothron’s today!

    Locksmith News & Security Blog

    As Austin's oldest and most trusted locksmith and security company, Cothron's provides industry updates and resources through its blog.

    Categories

    All
    Door Hardware
    Locks
    Locksmith
    Security
    Security Alarms
    Smart Locks
    Tools

    RSS Feed

Stores / Service Centers

South Austin

1315 W Ben White
Austin, TX 78704
​512-447-1883
M-F: 8:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Sat: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. 

North Austin

8225 Burnet Road
Austin, TX 78757

512-454-9547
M-F: 8:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Sat: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. ​

Round Rock

2119 N Mays
Round Rock, TX 78664

512-246-3979
M-F: 8:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Sat: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. ​
Vertical Divider

Corporate Office

8120 Exchange Drive,​ Ste 100
Austin, TX 78754
512-472-6273
License # B10744

© COPYRIGHT 2018. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.