Holiday Security Prep: 4 Smart Moves Before Travel, Guests, and Year-End

If you’re traveling, hosting guests, or closing out the business year, now’s the moment to tighten up security. These four upgrades reduce risk, save time, and make the holidays smoother—without overcomplicating anything.

1) Make a Spare Car Key (Before You Need It)

Why it matters

Losing your only car key during holiday travel turns into towing, delays, and a bigger bill. A spare key/fob prevents that headache.

Good signs it’s time now

  • You’re down to one working key or fob

  • “Key Not Detected” or weak button range

  • Worn blade or cracked shell

What we do at Pro Lock Plus

We cut and program keys/fobs for many makes and models, test everything (lock/unlock + start), and get you back on the road fast.

Get help:

🚗 Automotive services → https://www.prolockplus.com/services/automotive

📞 910-939-2760

2) Rekey Your Home (and Consider a Smart Lock)

Why rekeying works

If old keys might still be out there—from a move, tenants, contractors, or lost keys—rekeying changes the pins inside your locks so old keys stop working. You keep your hardware and get fresh keys.

When to replace instead

  • Hardware is damaged/low-grade

  • You want a new finish/style

  • You’re going keyless with a smart lock

Smart lock basics (guest-ready)

  • Individual codes for family/guests/cleaners

  • App control and easy code changes

  • We install, program, and give you a quick walkthrough

Get help:

🏠 Residential services → https://www.prolockplus.com/services/residential

💻 Book: https://www.ProLockPlus.com

3) Choose the Right Safe (Fire, Theft…or Both)

Start with the risk

  • Fire-rated safes protect paper/photos/drives for a rated time (e.g., 60–120 min)

  • Burglary-rated safes use heavier steel/boltwork to resist forced entry

  • Gun safes provide secure, organized access and help with safe storage responsibilities

Size & lock style—made simple

  • List what you’ll store now + 2–3 years and choose one size up (most people regret buying too small)

  • Dial = ultra-reliable, slower | Keypad = fast access + user codes

Why shop our showroom

Photos don’t show interior layout or build quality. In our Hubert showroom, you can open the door, try the lock, and see capacity—then schedule delivery & professional install and ask about payment options.

Get help:

🧳 Safes & Vaults → https://www.prolockplus.com/services/safe-vault

📍 Pro Lock Plus, Hubert, NC

4) For Local Businesses: Master Keys & Door Tune-Ups

Master keying = clean access

Managers carry one key; staff get only what they need. Turnover stays simple (issue/collect fewer keys) and accountability improves.

Door hardware that saves headaches

  • Closers: stop slams, protect frames/hinges, help doors seal

  • Panic/exit bars: smoother, safer exits

  • Storefront locks/strikes: fix hard-to-lock doors and misalignment

Quick plan that works

  • 15–30 min walk-through

  • Map doors → roles → keys

  • Fix safety first, then convenience, on your schedule

Get help:

🏢 Commercial services → https://www.prolockplus.com/services/commercial

📞 910-939-2760

Quick Holiday Checklists

Travelers

  • Make a spare key/fob

  • Test fob battery (replace if weak)

  • Bring a working key when valet/parking

Homeowners/Hosts

  • Rekey if keys changed hands

  • Add/upgrade a deadbolt (reinforced strike + 3" screws)

  • Consider a smart lock for guests (temporary codes)

Valuables & Documents

  • Passports, jewelry, cash, deeds/titles, backup drives → into a safe

  • Bolt the safe down; consider a small dehumidifier

Business Owners

  • Key audit & master key clean-up

  • Closer/panic bar check before holiday traffic

  • Schedule service during slower hours

About Pro Lock Plus

We’re your local security pros in Hubert, NC—with automotive key services, home rekeys and smart locks, commercial hardware and master keying, and a restocked safe showroom. We also offer delivery, installation, and payment plans to fit any budget.

Ready to get started?

📍 Pro Lock Plus — 570 Sandridge Rd, Suite 1, Hubert, NC

💻 Book: https://www.ProLockPlus.com

📞 910-939-2760

Related reading:

📝 Rekey vs Replace (Plain-English Guide) → https://www.prolockplus.com/blog/rekey-vs-replace-the-smart-homeowners-checklist-plain-english-guide