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 […]

Can’t get in? 4 common door lock problems

We’ve all been there: going to lock the front door at night, or opening the garage to get the car out in the morning, your trusty key suddenly doesn’t work and you’re left unable to operate the door as normal.   Even worse, you may come home from a long day at work only to […]

How to manage your front door keys to prevent crime

How many front door keys should you own and who should you give them to? Not enough and you risk being locked out, too many and you may weaken your security. Read on for more information on which household members should own keys and who you should give one to in case of an emergency. […]

5 ways to remove a broken key from a lock

If you’re finding yourself reading this article, then it’s highly likely that you’ve made a simple mistake that a lot of people make and broken your key in a lock. Firstly of all, don’t panic, these incidents happen all the time and in many cases, it’s not your fault. Day-to-day wear and tear will eventually […]

Security advice for students living away from home

For most young people, starting university and living in shared student accommodation is their first real experience of independent life. So, how can you keep your stuff safe and sound when you’re out living the student life? In this article we share 4 security advice for students.   Lock Your Doors!   Burglars are generally […]

What are your options when your tenant loses a key?

Even the best tenants can lose their key from time to time. That’s why all landlords should have a firm plan of action for when such a situation arises. If you’re renting out a property and you discover that one of the keys has been lost or misplaced, you’ll need to act fast to ensure […]

Entrusting your child with a house key

Entrusting your son or daughter with a house key for the first time is a momentous occasion. From a parent’s point of view, this is self-confirmation that your ‘baby’ is growing up fast. From your child’s perspective, they’ll feel like they’ve arrived at adulthood.   Don’t be so hasty   However, while giving your child […]

What you should learn from being locked out at night

Sometimes, getting locked out of your home is just destined to happen and there’s not much you can do about it. It only takes a moment of distraction to misplace your keys and, when you arrive at your hall door and rummage through your pockets, you are quickly struck by that sinking feeling that they […]

Moving home? You’ll probably need a locksmith

Moving home isn’t easy. First, you’ve got to find a house, make an offer and then – if you’re fortunate enough to have your bid accepted – you’ve got to apply for a mortgage. Sadly, the hard part doesn’t end there. It’s more than likely that you might need the assistance of a locksmith before […]

How to handle being locked out on a bank holiday

Whether you’ve just returned from a holiday or you lost your keys on the way home from the pub, few experiences induce panic more than being locked out on a bank holiday. Fortunately, there are ways to stay safe and make sure you get back into your home promptly.   Get in touch with someone […]