It’s a common situation: you inherit a safe from a family member, or perhaps you purchase a property that comes with one already installed. There’s just one major problem—the combination is nowhere to be found.

When you're locked out of your own security container, it’s tempting to think that major, destructive measures are your only option. Fortunately, that is rarely the case if you call on a professional.

Non-Invasive Safe Opening: Protecting Your Investment

In our latest job over in Heber Springs, we ran into this scenario with a heavy-duty Liberty Safe. The new owner had no access codes, but they wanted to utilize the safe without ruining its integrity.

As an established, registered locksmith company, we have verified channels to work directly with major manufacturers like Liberty Safe. Instead of immediately bringing out the drills, we can often navigate the necessary documentation to retrieve factory reset codes or combinations, even if the proof of purchase is long gone.

The Benefits of a Professional Solution

Taking a professional, non-invasive approach to a locked safe offers several advantages to homeowners such as saving money, preserving the warranty, maintaining structural integrity, and providing peace of mind.

Need Help Accessing Your Safe?

If you've lost the combination to your safe or inherited a locked security container, don't risk damaging your valuable asset with DIY methods.

Contact our team today for a professional consultation, and let our security experts get you back inside safely and securely!

Inheriting a piece of history with a combination lost to time can be both fascinating and frustrating. We solved an issue like this recently when a client called us to open a Herring-Hall-Marvin safe. These safes haven't been manufactured since around 1960, making every surviving model a true antique.

The Art of Safe Opening

Opening a vintage safe requires a blend of modern precision and security expertise. For this project, we carefully drilled the safe to acquire the lost combination. Upon opening the heavy outer door, we discovered a secondary inner door. While we couldn't peek at the hidden contents, the real treasure was the craftsmanship of the vault itself.

In earlier days, there were more artistic touches to security than we see now. These antique safes featured hand-painted murals and engraved brass plates. 

Why Professional Safe Opening Matters

While these heavy-duty containers are incredibly secure, inheriting one without a combination leaves you in the dark. Our opening services can give you peace of mind and closure by finally revealing what’s inside your family heirloom. Best of all, keeping a vintage safe intact preserves its potential; these units hold a much higher value for specialized collectors when their original brass detailing and historic murals are left undamaged.

Whether you've lost a combination, locked yourself out, or inherited an antique family heirloom that needs opening, our team has the tools to get the job done.

Ever had that moment of panic when your office building's front door refuses to unlock? Commercial doors take a beating, and when keys start sticking or the latch fails, your business security and employee safety are instantly compromised. If you’re dealing with a large aluminum storefront door, standard hardware just won't cut it.

Builder-Grade Hardware on High-Traffic Doors

In our latest video, we tackle a common issue with tall office doors. The original setup used Kawneer concealed vertical rod exit hardware. While Kawneer makes great aluminum doors, they are not dedicated exit hardware manufacturers.

The building was equipped with builder-grade hardware that simply couldn't handle the daily abuse. Over time, the internal mechanisms warped, causing the keys to get stuck and leaving the building vulnerable and frustrating to access.

Upgrading to Adams Rite 8600 Series

To restore total security and smooth operation, we replaced the failing system with the Adams Rite 8600 Series Concealed Vertical Rod Hardware.

Here is why this upgrade is a game-changer for commercial properties:

• BHMA Grade 1 Rated: This is the highest industry standard for quality and durability. It is specifically engineered and rigorously tested to withstand extreme, high-traffic commercial environments.

• Concealed Security: The vertical rods live inside the door, protecting them from tampering and maintaining a clean, professional aesthetic.

• Flawless Operation: No more sticking keys or jammed crash bars. Just smooth, reliable egress every single time.

Upgrading to commercial-grade hardware ensures your property remains secure after hours while guaranteeing a safe, code-compliant exit for your staff and clients during emergencies.

Don't wait for a total lockout to secure your business. If your office doors are sticking or feeling flimsy, contact our commercial locksmith team today for a comprehensive security consultation!

Inheriting or purchasing a property occasionally includes "legacy" security hardware, such as locked antique safes. Without a combination, these security containers represent both a mystery and a potential liability. When a safe remains locked, professional intervention is required to recover potential assets and restore the unit's utility without causing unnecessary damage.

Identifying and Opening Vintage Safes

Correct identification of the manufacturer and internal locking mechanism is the vital first step in any professional opening. In our latest project, we successfully identified a safe as a Mosler, featuring patent dates dating back to 1880. To bypass the lock, we utilized a drill and scope. This process involves analyzing characteristics of the safe and dial to determine the lock's internal configuration, followed by creating a minute access point for a scope. By observing the wheel pack directly, we can determine the exact combination and reset the mechanism, ensuring the safe is unlocked and fully functional for the new owner.

Benefits of Professional Safe Services

Our specialized methods ensure that 19th-century craftsmanship is preserved, keeping the safe functional rather than rendered as scrap metal. Precise opening protects the integrity of the contents, whether you are dealing with historical documents or family heirlooms. Furthermore, it was not uncommon for safes to be booby trapped with deterrents such as tear gas before that practice was criminalized. 

If you have acquired a locked safe or require expert combination recovery, trust a local expert with the proper tools and experience. Contact us today to schedule a professional consultation.

Managing a stack of spare keys or a box of plastic fobs is a security headache waiting to happen. When physical credentials go missing, your business is at risk. Modern security is moving away from what you carry on a lanyard or in your wallet and toward who you actually are, solving the problem of unauthorized access once and for all.

What is Biometric Security?

Biometric Access Control is a sophisticated system that uses unique physical markers to grant entry: fingerprints, facial recognition, or iris scans. Instead of fumbling for a badge, authorized personnel simply present themselves to a scanner. It is a digital, eco-friendly solution that compliments locking hardware with high-tech precision, ensuring that only the right people move through your facility.

Why Make the Switch?

• Uncopyable Credentials: Fingerprints and facial features cannot be lost, stolen, or duplicated like traditional keys.

• Eliminate Key Sharing: Biometrics prevent employees from "loaning" their access to unauthorized individuals, ensuring strict entry protocols.

• Remote Flexibility: Easily grant or revoke access to specific high-security zones (like server rooms) through a centralized software interface.

• Enhanced Accountability: Every entry is logged digitally, providing a clear audit trail of who was where and when, fostering a more responsible workplace environment.

Protect Your Assets Today

Don't let outdated hardware leave your business vulnerable. Biometric systems provide the ultimate peace of mind by combining convenience with uncompromised safety.

Ready to modernize your security? Contact us today for an expert consultation and take the first step toward a keyless, high-security future.

We’ve all been there: walking up to a business with hands full, expecting doors to slide open effortlessly, only to have them stutter or remain shut. For a business owner, a malfunctioning automatic door isn't just an inconvenience; it’s a barrier to your customers and a potential safety hazard. Whether it’s a sensor glitch or a worn-out motor, entrance issues can turn a professional storefront into a frustrating bottleneck.

Automatic sliding doors are sophisticated systems combining tempered glass, high-torque motors, and electronic sensors. Our service focuses on the sensors that detect motion, the drive train that moves the panels, and the safety logic—including "break-out" features that allow doors to be pushed open manually during a power outage or emergency. By keeping these components functional, you ensure your entrance is both welcoming and secure.

Maintaining these systems now prevents costly headaches later. Professional service ensures ADA compliance for accessibility, improves energy efficiency by maintaining a proper seal, and enhances security through integrated locking mechanisms. Most importantly, it provides safety and peace of mind, preventing accidents caused by doors closing too quickly or failing to detect pedestrians

Don’t wait for a total mechanical failure to address your door issues. Whether you need a routine safety inspection or a malfunctioning door repaired, our team provides the expert touch required to keep your business moving. Let’s make sure your doors are always open for business!

The Hook

If you manage a commercial property, you’ve likely dealt with the headache of concealed vertical rod (CVR) exit devices. While these systems look sleek by hiding locking rods inside the door, they can be difficult to maintain. When an internal rod bends or slips out of alignment, your building’s security and fire code compliance are immediately at risk. For many business owners, the solution is to convert to Rim Exit hardware with a removable mullion.

Why the Conversion Makes Sense

In a conversion, we move from invisible internal components to accessible, surface-mounted hardware.

• Concealed Vertical Rods (CVR): These latch at the top and bottom through internal mechanisms. They are prone to failure if the building shifts or the door sags even slightly.

• Rim Exit & Removable Mullion: We install a heavy-duty panic bar on the door surface that latches into a mullion—a vertical post centered between double doors. This post can be keyed and removed in seconds when you need full-width access for moving large equipment.

The Benefits of Upgrading

Switching to a rim exit system provides immediate peace of mind and long-term savings:

• Simplified Maintenance: Since all hardware is surface-mounted, repairs are faster and significantly less expensive than dismantling a door to reach internal rods.

• Superior Reliability: Rim devices are built for high-traffic environments and stay functional even as doors age and settle.

Secure Your Property Today

Don’t wait for an internal rod failure to leave your facility vulnerable or trap your occupants. Upgrading to a Rim Exit and Mullion system is an investment in the safety and longevity of your building.

Contact our expert locksmith team today for a professional consultation. We’ll help you transition to a hardware system that is as reliable as it is secure.

In the restaurant industry, access to and protection of your money matters. When your safe isn’t opening properly or cannot be secured it creates stress and disrupts your daily operations.

We provide reliable restaurant safe service and repair, handling everything from combination problems to lock malfunctions and general wear and tear. We can also upgrade your existing safe with electronic locks to improve your cash handling and user accountability. Our experienced technicians work efficiently to get your safe working optimally so you can stay focused on what you do best–running your business.

High security safes and vaults are designed to protect high value items, but the strongest systems require regular preventative maintenance to perform reliably. Manufacturers recommend annual service for TL rated and labeled containers as well as vault doors. Routine inspection helps identify wear, ensures locks and boltwork operate correctly, and reduces the risk of unexpected lockouts or failures. Annual preventative maintenance extends the life of your safe or vault, decreases the lifetime cost of ownership, and improves both protection and accessibility for your valuables.

If your safe or vault hasn’t been serviced recently, now is the time to schedule professional maintenance and keep your security container working exactly as intended.  Contact us to set up a recurring annual maintenance schedule so that you don’t have to worry about an expensive lockout!

SFIC (Small Format Interchangeable Core) locks are a great option because they provide flexibility, security, and efficiency for our customers. Here’s why they’re a smart choice for some organizations.

• Convenient – SFIC cores can be swapped in seconds using a control key, saving time and reducing service costs.

• Minimal downtime – Perfect for offices, schools, and facilities where access changes frequently.

• Scalable and flexible – For large multi-level master key systems as your physical plant grows, and available in all types of door hardware.

• Cost-effective – In-house staff can swap the core instead of requiring a service call to rekey, saving money over time.

Whether you manage a single facility or multiple locations, SFIC cores provide control, convenience, and confidence.

High security lock cylinders are independently tested and certified to meet minimum standards defined in UL 437. They are one of the most effective ways to strengthen the protection of your home or business. These advanced locks are built to resist picking, bumping, drilling, and unauthorized key duplication, giving you a level of security and key control that standard hardware just can’t match. High security key systems we currently manage include ASSA and Schlage Primus.

We have a variety of high security key and cylinder options, some of which can be integrated with standard security locks for a prioritized approach to security for your facility. For example, the perimeter of a facility may require higher security hardware, while interior doors do not. We can create a master key system that meets all of these specifications.

If you’re looking to upgrade your peace of mind, our team is ready to help. We provide dependable high-security options that keep your property safer and more secure, and also prevents your keys from being duplicated without your express written permission.

If your automatic door operator is acting up—sticking, not responding, or opening erratically—it’s more than just an inconvenience. It can affect safety, security, and accessibility for your customers.

Installing and repairing automatic door operators is something we specialize in at A+ Safe & Lock. Our skilled technicians will diagnose the problem and get your doors operating smoothly again whether it’s a motor failure, sensor malfunction, or general wear and tear.

Don’t let a faulty door disrupt your day. Contact us today for service you can count on!

Is your automatic sliding door having trouble opening smoothly, making unusual noises, or not responding at all? We’re here to help. Automatic doors are great for convenience and security, but when they break down, they can cause real frustration.

At A+ Safe & Lock, we provide reliable repairs for all types of automatic sliding doors. From sensor issues to motor and track problems, our technicians will put your door back in service.

Don’t wait until it stops working completely. Give us a call today and let us take care of the repair so you can get back to business.

As the air gets crisp and Halloween draws near, there’s something undeniably spooky and fascinating about old locks and skeleton keys. These antique keys date back to the 19th century and were once used to open everything from doors and cabinets to secret compartments. Popularly named for their simple, stripped-down design, skeleton keys (technically called bit and barrel keys) were cleverly made to open multiple locks of the same type, adding a touch of mystery to their function.

Not only are skeleton keys fascinating, but they operate on entirely different mechanical principles from modern pin tumbler locks. They require a different knowledge and skillset to service than contemporary lock cylinders. 

At A+ Safe & Lock, bringing old-world charm back to life is something we love doing. Whether you’re restoring a vintage piece or just curious about the keys of the past, we can help identify and cut keys to match.  

This Halloween, let’s unlock a little history—no ghost stories required.

Hunting season is here, and the last thing you need is to be locked out of your gun safe. Whether it’s a forgotten combination, malfunctioning lock, or electronic failure, we offer professional gun safe openings across Arkansas.

Our experienced locksmiths use a variety of professional methods depending upon the type of safe and lock to gain access as quickly as possible—without damaging your firearms or equipment.  After opening, we repair the safe so that it is as good as new!

Don’t let a locked safe delay your time in the woods. Give us a call today and get back to what matters most this season.

Multipoint lock systems are significantly more complicated than standard residential door locks.  While they provide enhanced security, they often require expertise to repair and install.  If your handle is becoming difficult to lift, the door won’t fully lock, or something just feels off when you turn the key, your multipoint lock hardware may be failing.

These locks are designed to secure your door at multiple points, but when one part starts to fail, the whole system can act up. And forcing it? That can cause additional unnecessary damage!

We specialize in diagnosing and repairing multipoint locking systems, and we can travel anywhere to help with yours. Whether it’s a misalignment, worn out gearbox, or a broken trim, we can usually repair or replace the parts as necessary.  We even have options for older hardware that has been discontinued by the manufacturer.

Don’t wait until the door stops working altogether!  Replacement parts for these doors are often special order items and can take a few days to receive.  

Give us a call today for a consultation!

Detention locks are in a league of their own — unforgiving, industrial, and built to withstand abuse most hardware couldn’t begin to handle. At A+ Safe & Lock, we understand that these locks don’t just keep doors closed — they can be the line between order and chaos.

A sticking door, a worn-out motor, a key system overdue for replacement — in this line of work, any weakness is a risk. Our technicians have the experience to deal with a variety of detention hardware — mechanical or electronic.

We’ve worked behind the scenes in correctional facilities, courthouses, and high-security government sites long enough to know: these aren’t just locks. The safety and security of both officers and detainees hinge upon their proper operation. 

When security has to hold — we help ensure that it does.

The Ring Spotlight Cam Plus with Solar Power is a great option for secondary properties, or if you simply don't want to recharge batteries intermittently and hardwired power is not easily accessible. We recently installed a 3 camera system along with a video doorbell for a customer who lives remotely and wanted to monitor his property. With the coverage of these four cameras, he is now able to view his entire property. With the motion detection features of the cameras, he will be alerted as soon as anyone visits his property. He will then have the ability to speak with them via the two-way speaker on every camera, or set off the siren alarm. The alarm and floodlight can be automated as well so that they are triggered by the motion detector instead of being manually operated. Best of all, with the solar integration the concern about recharging batteries every month is eliminated!

All of the Ring products are relatively easy to install for end users, but we are happy to help if you would like professional assistance!

We like our customers so much we want them to meet each other!

Shaunna Murphree won a 25$ Cupid’s Lingerie giftcard!

Sure, everyone says they like their customers. But who actually acts as if they like their customers? We’re putting our money where our mouth is!

We started the A+ Safe & Lock Customer Club a couple months ago. Each week we purchase a gift card from one of our customers and give it away on Facebook!

How do you enter? Watch our social media channels for the announcement. After the announcement is posted, leave a comment on the Facebook post announcing the giveaway before the expiration.

That’s all there is to it! We do a random drawing from the people that comment on the post each week.

How to you connect with us on social media? I’m glad you asked! Here are the direct links to all of our channels.

Jesse Sullivan won this $25 gift card to THINK Coffee!

Sanitization is at the top of everyone’s mind right now, but it’s a good thing to keep in mind at all times! Cleaning of frequently touched surfaces in a commercial setting is a good way to help maintain a sanitary environment for your team.

Keypads on safes are often touched frequently by a variety of people throughout the day. They are a great item to add to your sanitizing checklist, much like door handles and keyboards.

We made a brief video to demonstrate manufacturer recommended methods for cleaning and electronic safe lock keypad. While it is important to clean them, safe keypads can be damaged by liquid, leading to expensive repair or replacement costs. The methods we demonstrate in this video will ensure your keypad remains both sanitary and operational!