Five reasons why you would change your locks
Today I’d go back to basics and look at reasons why you may want to change or update your locks, as well as elaborating on the benefits of doing so.
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Today I’d go back to basics and look at reasons why you may want to change or update your locks, as well as elaborating on the benefits of doing so.
A mistake I frequently see in my work is when customers have left their key in a “hiding” place outside their house for a friend, cleaner or workman to be able to let themselves in, only for a burglar to get there first, gain access to the building and ransack the property without even needing to smash a window or force a lock.
With all the news around recently, I’ve been thinking about the subject of honesty. Don’t worry, I’m not about to start talking about £800 rolls of wallpaper, flat refurbishments or who paid for what and when. Rather, I’m looking closer to home at locksmiths themselves, or rather those who claim to be, and how they can tarnish the profession.
Admiral’s survey found instances where previous owners of a house had used their keys to let themselves in to their old house to steal items from the new owners. The problem is not restricted solely to previous owners, but also people the previous owners had themselves given a key to, who could then use this key to access the property without the need to break in.
This topic came to mind whilst scanning a recent report about the frequency with which burglars return to the scene of their crimes.
Despite the reduction in holidays, we are still expecting thefts from houses to increase in the coming months as the lockdown ends and more people head back to work.
Once in a while, it’s important to take that step back and look at the irrefutable pillars of home security, so here,I’ll cover four crucial points of which everyone should be aware to best protect their house.
The truth is that a late-night lock-in often ends up with a lock-out. The consumption of alcohol directly increases your chance of being locked out of your house, stranding you out in the cold rather than tucked up in bed.
I thought I’d continue my look at the various types of locks I come across in my day to day work. It’s really as exciting as it sounds but on the plus side I won’t be asking you to vote for any of them at the end.
The security of your home couldn’t be more important. No matter what type of alarm system you have, your exterior locks are still your first line of defence, so ignoring any problems you’re experiencing with them simply isn’t an option.
Are you in need of the services of an emergency locksmith in the Rotherham area? SF Locksmith are here to help! Our aim is be to be with you as quickly as possible, often within an hour, and still provide a professional service.
He came within just over a hour on my telephone call,explained the options of work.i decided,it was completed quickly and no mess to clear up ,paid for and now the life span of my door has been extended for a few more years. Many Thanks to SF Locksmiths for the speedy service.
Mrs J.E.Hughes - Swinton Area
2014-05-13
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