locksmiths

When a relationship has ended and one partner has moved out of the home, it can seem sensible to have the locks changed to prevent them from popping back in or removing items without your permission. However, it’s rarely as simple as that. In fact, there are actually very few circumstances in which you can…

Securing your home is at the front of everyone’s mind when we leave the house, when we’re asleep at night, and especially when we’re away on holiday. But how much thought do you put into securing your garden? We’ve previously written about the need to secure sheds and garages, but there are other aspects of…

When most people think about protecting their property from criminals, the first thing they consider is their house. Of course, this is where they eat, sleep, and hold most of their valuables, so guarding the house first and foremost is completely understandable. However, there is one part of a property that tends to go completely…

For most emergencies, 999 is automatically stored in today’s mobile phones, but people across the UK all have their own personalised list of must-have numbers. While the services of a locksmith aren’t required every day, when they are, it’s often an urgent matter. While these days it’s not tough to Google a service speedily, selecting…

Your home’s door locks are its primary defence against intruders and burglars. Both front and back doors are common entry points for criminals when they’re attempting to access properties, so ensuring your locks are in top condition is crucial. Many homeowners operate under the misconception that a door lock will last a lifetime. However, most…

Like many homeowners across the globe, you most likely rely on locks – whether that be front door locks, window locks or even gate locks – to keep your home feeling safe and secure. Locks make it easy for anyone to come home from a busy day and put their feet up with the confidence…

Summer is a great time of year and one which most people enjoy. The warmer temperatures and longer nights really do make it a season to cherish, but it’s still important to think about home security over this period and not let your guard down. Although you might focus on this more when darker outside…

The security of your house keys is paramount. However, it can be tempting to keep a spare set hidden somewhere in case you get locked out. People often hide their keys in very vulnerable locations, compromising their home security. Here are 6 places your spare house keys should never be hidden. 1. Under/inside a rock…

It is a moment that many of us have experienced: that terrible instant when you arrive home only to find that your house keys are not anywhere to be seen. With your heart pumping, you check every pocket, scour your bag and even rifle through your car. It is only when the realisation dawns that…

Nobody ever wants to get locked out. Whether it’s your car, your home, your place of business, anywhere you need access to, we all dread that moment of realising we’ve locked the keys inside or the lock has broken. The reality is, though, that it’s a situation we can all find ourselves in, so when…