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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Featured guide
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…
Top locksmith myths debunked
6 October 2021
So, do you think you know everything about what a locksmith does and how locks work? Think again….
4 ways to deter burglars from breaking into your home
6 October 2021
Many people presume that getting burgled is just bad luck, but that isn’t the case. Thieves carefully pick…
Can I change the locks after I’ve separated from a partner?
11 September 2021
When a relationship has ended and one partner has moved out of the home, it can seem sensible…
Why you shouldn’t overlook garden security
29 August 2021
Securing your home is at the front of everyone’s mind when we leave the house, when we’re asleep…
Why you need to focus on guarding your shed and garage
17 August 2021
When most people think about protecting their property from criminals, the first thing they consider is their house….
Do you have an expert locksmith on speed dial?
24 July 2021
For most emergencies, 999 is automatically stored in today’s mobile phones, but people across the UK all have…
How do you know when to change your locks?
17 July 2021
Your home’s door locks are its primary defence against intruders and burglars. Both front and back doors are…
The steps you should take when you have a broken lock
3 July 2021
Like many homeowners across the globe, you most likely rely on locks – whether that be front door…
Home security over summer: What mistakes should you avoid?
13 June 2021
Summer is a great time of year and one which most people enjoy. The warmer temperatures and longer…
6 places you should never hide your spare house keys
6 June 2021
The security of your house keys is paramount. However, it can be tempting to keep a spare set…
Essential steps to take if you lose your house keys
15 May 2021
It is a moment that many of us have experienced: that terrible instant when you arrive home only…
When is the right time to call an emergency locksmith?
29 April 2021
Nobody ever wants to get locked out. Whether it’s your car, your home, your place of business, anywhere…
