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We’ve seen a lot of creative DIY security solutions over the years, but this one really swept us off our feet.
That’s right — someone decided the best way to secure an emergency exit was with a broom. Not a deadbolt. Not a panic bar upgrade. A broom. Just wedged right through the push bar like it’s been pulling double duty for years.
Look, we get it. Sometimes you need a quick fix at 2 AM and the hardware store is closed. But let’s be real — if your security plan involves cleaning supplies, it might be time to clean up your priorities.
Signs You Need a Locksmith (Not a Janitor)
Your “lock” has bristles. If your door security doubles as something that sweeps the floor, that’s not a lock — that’s a cry for help. A broom might keep dust bunnies out, but it won’t stop anyone with even a little determination. And honestly? The dust bunnies aren’t even scared.
You’re one sneeze away from a break-in. A solid commercial lock can withstand hundreds of pounds of force. A broom handle? One good push and your “security system” becomes kindling on the floor. We’re not saying a broom is totally useless — it’s just better at sweeping up after a break-in than preventing one.
The fire marshal would have a meltdown. This is an emergency exit. It’s supposed to let people out in an emergency — not keep them in with a sweeping gesture of false security. Blocking emergency exits with anything — especially cleaning supplies — is a serious code violation and safety hazard.
Your insurance company would laugh — then cry. Try filing a claim after a break-in and explaining that your security setup was a broom from the dollar store. We’d love to be a fly on the wall for that conversation. Actually, no we wouldn’t. That sounds painful.
The Real Fix
At Key-En-Lock, we install and repair commercial locks, panic bars, exit devices, and access control systems that actually do what they’re supposed to — no bristles required.
Whether it’s a busted push bar, a worn-out deadbolt, or an emergency exit that needs proper securing, we’ve got you covered. We’ll make sure your doors are properly locked down so you can sweep that worry right out of your mind.
Because when it comes to security, you don’t want to get caught making a clean getaway plan with a mop handle next.
Don’t Get Swept Up in Bad Security
Give us a call at (321) 224-5625 before your next “creative” security solution goes viral. We serve all of Brevard County — Melbourne, Palm Bay, Cocoa Beach, Titusville, and everywhere in between.
Trust us — we’ve seen it all, and we’d rather help you handle it the right way.
