Burglaries increase 10% during the summer
The warm summer months are typically associated with a sense of relaxation and time away on holiday. However, it is also a period when there is a notable surge in burglary incidents. With reports indicating as much as a 10% increase in break-ins during the summer season, it is critical for homeowners to be extra […]
Locked Out? Here’s What To Do
Find yourself locked out of your home? Don’t panic – a professional locksmith can help. Are you locked out of your home without a spare key or any way to get in? A locksmith can help you re-enter your home without damaging your locks or door. Firstly, don’t panic. Being locked out might feel […]
Keep Your Keys Safe This Christmas
Christmas is a time to relax and spend time with family… But unfortunately, it’s also the time of year where intruders will seek to take advantage. Every year sees an increase in reports of break-ins and burglaries during the festive period. That’s because not only are there far more valuables in your home (everyone loves […]
Locksmith Scams: How To Protect Yourself
Beware! Locksmith scams are a real issue. Here’s how to spot them. When it comes to choosing a locksmith to help secure your home, it’s important to ensure you find a trustworthy locksmith to prevent getting scammed. Fraudulent locksmiths may make false listings on Google or elsewhere in order to trick you into calling, usually […]
Why Should You Choose A Local Locksmiths?
Sometimes, it might seem like the easier option to go for a locksmithing call centre, but often they’ll just outsource your work for cheap – and charge you more. Not only that, but they can’t always be trusted. Locksmith scammers are out to take advantage of a desperate situation. Perhaps you’ve been locked out of […]
Top Tips for Home Security in 2020
Home Security is Always Important. Keeping your home secure from year to year is one of life’s pressing concerns. Especially when you consider that the number of reported burglaries has increased by around 8% over the past year according to Government statistics – with 74% of burglars simply entering through the front door. With this […]
Top Home Security Devices in 2019
Looking for the best in home security? At JG Locksmiths we’re always looking for new ways to help you feel safe and protected in your home. That’s why our security experts have put together a list of our top home security devices of 2019. Take a look: SimpliSafe SimpliSafe is a relatively new security system […]
Burglary – A Leicester Locksmiths advice
Over the last ten years working as a Leicester locksmith I have come across many break ins, both to homes and commercial properties. It is always sad to see victims of crime especially people who have had their own homes broken into. The feeling of someone going through all your private belongings in your own secure safe place is hard to get over. In a lot of the cases people then decide to “up” the security of their property.
3 Tips to strengthen access security at work
The security of your business is a constant concern. Whether you work in a warehouse or factory environment, or simply an office block, you need to know that your livelihood is protected, and sometimes standard lock systems just don’t cut it. Enhancing your lock strength and property access security provides a solid first line defence […]
Home security whilst you’re on holiday
When you go on holiday, the last thing you want to worry about is how safe your home is. You want to be able to enjoy the sun, explore the surroundings, and make the most of time with family and friends. But with a recent article in the Guardian suggesting that crimes such as burglary […]
