ADVICE FROM YOUR LOCAL ESSEX LOCKSMITHS
Locksmith Advice & Security Tips
Practical tips from James and Jack on locks, doors and home security. Explore our guides to common problems, everyday lock care and keeping your property secure.
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Are Smart Locks Really Better Than Traditional Locks? What Great Notley Homeowners Should Know
11 September 2026For generations, securing the front door was simple. Put the key in, turn it, check the handle and leave. Now your door lock can recognise a fingerprint, open from a phone, create temporary access codes…
Best practices to secure your home front door
29 April 2022
Side windows, rear doors, and garages are all popular points for burglars to illegally access private properties. Out…
4 common reasons for calling a locksmith
1 April 2022
Whatever your reason for looking for a locksmith, Lockout 24/7 can provide the swift, professional service you need….
Get prepared – pick your professional locksmith now
10 March 2022
Emergencies can strike at any time. Most smartphones made today come equipped with functions that instantly connect you…
How to keep your home safe this spring
28 February 2022
It’s important to keep your home safe and secure all year round, but with spring fast approaching, there…
Tricks burglars use that you should know about
18 February 2022
One of the main things homeowners and renters worry about is the risk of burglary, so it is…
6 apartment security tips for renters
27 January 2022
Your home is more likely to be broken into when living in a rental property. Therefore, it is…
Top tips to improve your home security in 2022
20 January 2022
In 2020/21 there were over 267,000 home burglaries in the UK and behind every one of those is…
How to keep your home safe in winter
4 January 2022
It is important to keep your home safe all year round, however, the winter period can bring some…
How changing weather can affect your locks
7 December 2021
As winter fast approaches, the cold weather can cause all sorts of problems for homeowners and businesses, with…
6 different types of locks and when you should use them
28 November 2021
Locks are one of the most important inventions in human history. They allow people to leave their properties…
5 door lock problems you shouldn’t ignore
17 November 2021
Is your home door lock faulty or broken? If so, it’s vital to call a locksmith immediately to…
Telltale signs your home security may be compromised
31 October 2021
Everybody has the right to feel safe and secure in their homes, but, unfortunately, burglars don’t take the…
