Its no secret that unless you are in the home security industry the chances are you know very little about lock standards, particularly,...

What Is A Composite Door? Composite doors are made from a variety of different materials that have been pressed and glued together under...

If you find yourself in a "lock out situation", when an emergency locksmith arrives at your door, they should always start by...

Find out just how dangerous leaving a spare door key in a “safe place” can be in this blog post. We are all guilty of leaving a spare key...

Most burglars break in through the front or back door of a property. That means having a secure door is vital, but it's not just these...

A front door is vital to any property, not only does it provide protection for the elements it also provides protection from unwanted...

People often overlook the fact that their locks need replacing, a lot either assume its not important or put if off as long as they can....

When it comes to home security its not just your property itself that needs securing the outside areas also play a big role in home...

Believe it or not keys snapping off in the lock is incredibly common and locksmiths are frequently called out for broken key extraction....

Sash jammers are small and inexpensive devices that attach to a window or door to increase its overall security level. These are usually...

In the UK it is believed that a burglary is committed every 40 seconds, and with burglary fears on the rise UK wide it is worrying how...

A mortice lock fits into a specially cut pocket within the door, this is where the lock is fitted. Modern BS3621 mortice locks provide an...

Making home security improvements is something you can do all at once or implement over time. There are many things that you can do to...

When you’re considering your home security it’s not just the best locks and alarms you need to be looking at, you should also be aware of...

When it comes to having your external door locks changed or upgraded, it can be quite a daunting task choosing the right lock for your...

No matter how many security measures you have in and around your home there is always room for improvement. Burglars are constantly...

What is Lock Snapping? Lock snapping is one of the easiest techniques for burglars to gain access to your home. It is both simple and...

There are so many different reasons for having to change a lock · You may have lost/misplaced your keys and you are worried about them...

What Is the Difference Between Cheap and Expensive Locks? The answer is relatively simple, although they will both do the job, one will...

Not sure if it is a locksmith you need? Here is a guide of the more common reasons people might call on the services of a locksmith....