Locksmith Training Basics

Summary: Big Brother is watching you. So is his little brother. And all of their friends. Sure your new home theater setup is a dream come true for your family. Who wouldn't want Jim Carey to cast a shadow throughout their entire living room? But Big Brother is an entertainment fan as well, though he prefers a good crime flick to light comedy. And right now he could be planning a heist of his own starring your plasma screen television and 200-watt amplifier. So how to discourage Big and his friends from helping themselves to your hi-fi while you are out at a ball game or even just doing a bit of grocery shopping? Watch our free home security videos to find out how to turn your house into your fortress.

Jim Koch has worked as a repo man and a locksmith. He gives you an insider's perspective on how to theft-proof your home by setting up surveillance systems and engraving your possessions. He also explains the basic workings of several kinds of locks and how to pick them. So next time you like lose your keys, you'll know exactly how to get in. And how to keep Big and his friends out.