Locksmiths in Surrey and Hampshire
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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
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
Have you ever heard the phrase ‘prevention is better than cure’? It applied to so many things in life, from illness to politics. So it’s not surprise that it also applies to locks. Both window and door locks are vital in your home’s function and security, and they can be expensive and inconvenient to replace. … Read more
Technology is changing the way we secure our homes and businesses. Keys can be lost, codes can be forgotten, and fobs can be copied — but your fingerprint or face? That’s unique. That’s why biometric locks are fast becoming one of the most talked-about innovations in modern security. These use physical traits as the key … Read more
When it comes to securing your home or business, not all locks offer the same level of protection. While many people assume that any new lock will do the job, the truth is that locks vary greatly in quality, durability, and resistance to attack. From basic internal door locks to high-security external ones, every lock … 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 there’s an emergency, it can be incredibly stressful. Especially if the emergency is that you’ve loved yourself out of your home, at night. If this happens, most people would be all too happy for an emergency locksmith to come riding to the rescue. In fact, they can be so desperate that they don’t even … Read more
When was the last time your locks were changed? For a lot of people, the answer is a shrug. Because unless something actively goes wrong or you lose your keys, you don’t really think about your locks all that much. But locks don’t last forever and eventually, you’ll need to get them replaced. So, here … Read more
With a lot of home improvements or repairs, many people want to give it a go themselves, especially since COVID-19, the interest in DIY has soared, with a lot of really beautiful projects coming out of it. On top of home improvements, we’ve also seen a fair few amateur lock repairs, some good, some not … Read more
Sometimes the things we take for granted – like opening and closing your doors or turning a key in a lock – become more difficult as we get older. Age or illness can cause a lot of problems with accessibility in the home, and using locks is often one of the biggest surprises. Simple actions, … Read more