Imagine you have done all you can to make your home safe and secure, only to discover that someone could easily let themselves in through your front door. Unfortunately, that scenario is not as uncommon as it may sound. So, how might an intruder let themselves into your home? With the aid of a bump key.
Bump keys are cut in a certain way that enables them to pick a pin-tumbler lock. Perhaps you’re wondering how common are pin-tumbler locks? Well, they are one of the most commonly used types of lock around, so there is a good chance your home has one. The fact that a bump key can be used in these locks is, no doubt, concerning.
Are bump keys easy to acquire? In short, yes. You usually just need to know the make of the lock that you want the key for. It is not even difficult to use a bump key as it takes very little skill, so it’s easy to see why this would appeal to a burglar.
If you are concerned a bump key could be used to break into your home, what should you do? The obvious first step is to check whether you even have pin-tumbler locks in your house. If you do, then you may want to think about switching to bump-resistant locks. Adding some additional security measures in your home will also help.