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With the weather heating up and June rapidly fading away, it can only mean one thing. The summer holidays are coming up! It’s the most popular time of year to go away and enjoy some sun and relaxation. But whether you’re jet setting abroad or just pootling to the beach for a day trip, it’s … 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
Running a small business comes with enough challenges. Physical security shouldn’t be one of them! Unfortunately, small businesses will often find themselves the targets of break-ins, theft and vandalism. Something as simple as a poorly secured door or an outdated lock creates the perfect opportunity for someone to walk away with all of your hard … Read more
Keeping young kids safe at home goes beyond baby gates and outlet covers. Doors and locks are often overlooked, but they can pose serious risks. Children are curious, quick, and smarter than we give them credit for. One minute they’re playing quietly; the next, they’ve opened the front door or locked themselves in the bathroom. … Read more
At My Locks, we love a good film. Particularly, one where some stealthy spy or rough action hero is trying to get through a building, but are faced with their oldest enemy – a locked door. How will they get through without the key? Simple, they grab their handgun and shoot at the lock. The … Read more
When it comes to defending your home from intruders, your doors are one of your biggest defences. Which is why choosing the material your doors are made from is such an important step. One of the most popular materials for doors in the UK is uPVC (which stands for Unplasticised Polyvinyl Chloride), often chosen for … Read more
If you’re looking for a simple, affordable way to boost your home security then sash jammers might be exactly what you need. These little devices give you an added layer of protection for doors and windows, especially on uPVC fittings. But many people haven’t heard of sash jammers, so today we’re going to do a … Read more
Your front door is your first line of defence, so securing it should be a top priority. But after a few years many doors, especially uPVC, tend to get frail and floppy, and just a little less secure than they once were. There are a number of different elements involved in creating and securing a … Read more
If you’re looking at some of the new statistics around home burglaries. you might be thinking it’s time to review your home security. Good! Home security is something that should be looked at on a regular basis. And one of the areas you might not have thought about is your front door security. Because around … Read more