Locksmiths in Surrey and Hampshire
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When you’re choosing a new lock for your home, it’s easy to assume they’re all the same. After all, a lock is a lock, right? Unfortunately, that’s not exactly the case. While some locks can withstand even the most determined burglar, others will give out in a matter of seconds. That’s why the locks are … Read more
Getting locked out of your house is never convenient. But when you’re a tenant standing outside your front door late at night, a landlord dealing with a lock that’s failed in-between tenancies, or a letting agent trying to deal with an urgent call from a tenant, locksmith emergencies can be more than inconvenient. They can … Read more
Locks are one of the best inventions we have when it comes to security. But they don’t really wait until it’s convenient to go wrong. Keys don’t get lost on a schedule, and thieves tend to avoid office hours when they break into homes or businesses. So, the times you might need help the most, … Read more
At the end of every working day, you’ll be used to locking up the doors before you head home. It’s just another part of the routine. It’s also one of the most important moments for your property’s security, because once the shutters are down and the lights are off, your premises can become an easy … Read more
Moving house is always exciting. But when it’s a brand new home that no one has ever lived in before, it’s somehow even better! Everything is fresh, modern and completely unused, from kitchen appliances to carpets. It’s all just for you. And you might think that means the property is super secure, too. New things … Read more
When we talk to people about home security, the first thing we ask is what they’re trying to achieve. After all, everyone has different ideas about what ‘secure’ means for them. For some, they just want to replace weak or outdated locks. For others, it means a broader improvement to their home’s security. And those … Read more
If you have a uPVC or composite front door (as most of the UK does), there’s a very good chance it has a euro-cylinder lock. They’re a common lock choice – cheap, easy to install and use. But they have one very well-known weakness. They can be snapped. Lock snapping is still one of the … Read more
Having a baby changes everything. There’s no real denying that! You start noticing all the sharp corners in your house, loose railings on the stairs, and suddenly plug sockets hold a whole new level of fear. But while you’re busy baby-proofing and decorating the nursery, there’s one element of preparation that often gets overlooked. Home … Read more
When it comes to home security, it’s tempting to choose the cheapest option on the shelf and assume a lock is a lock. After all, if it turns and the door closes, it must be doing its job… right? Unfortunately, that short-term saving often comes with long-term consequences that many homeowners don’t realise until something … Read more
If you’re renting out a property, or multiple properties, then you know you have obligations. Things you are both morally and legally responsible for when it comes to the property and your tenants. Alongside things like making sure the home is habitable and taking care of any repairs that are part of the agreement, you … Read more