Door Lock & Key Advice - FAQ's | Master Locksmiths Association https://www.locksmiths.co.uk/faq_category/door-lock-key-advice/ Tue, 02 Jul 2024 20:28:53 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.4.1 What is Sold Secure SS312 Diamond? (Benefits + How to Check your lock is SS312 Diamond Approved) https://www.locksmiths.co.uk/faq/ss312-diamond-approved-standard/ Wed, 14 Jun 2023 15:14:19 +0000 https://www.locksmiths.co.uk/?post_type=faq&p=48746 The post What is Sold Secure SS312 Diamond? (Benefits + How to Check your lock is SS312 Diamond Approved) appeared first on Master Locksmiths Association.

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Should You Change Locks On New House After Moving? – Experts Tips For All Homeowners https://www.locksmiths.co.uk/faq/change-locks-on-new-house-after-moving/ Mon, 05 Jun 2023 13:31:11 +0000 https://www.locksmiths.co.uk/?post_type=faq&p=29403 1.Should you change the locks when you buy a house? DONE 2.Will not changing my locks invalidate my home insurance? DONE 3.Reasons to change locks when moving (list reasons why example here) 4.Should I hire a locksmith or change locks myself? 5. Should all locks conform to BS3621? as stated here Other Questions (answers do […]

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What is Most Secure Lock To Prevent Lock Snapping? (2024 Guide) https://www.locksmiths.co.uk/faq/lock-snapping-most-secure-lock-cylinder/ Fri, 08 Jan 2021 13:36:28 +0000 https://www.locksmiths.co.uk/?post_type=faq&p=13430 Here are 3 best ways to stop lock snapping & how to find the best anti-snap lock for your front & back door in 2024.

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What is Lock Snapping? – Find Out How To Prevent it https://www.locksmiths.co.uk/faq/lock-snapping/ Mon, 03 Feb 2020 12:01:20 +0000 https://www.locksmiths.co.uk/?post_type=faq&p=29634 The post What is Lock Snapping? – Find Out How To Prevent it appeared first on Master Locksmiths Association.

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Sash Jammers Guide for Doors & Windows (Helpful Advice) https://www.locksmiths.co.uk/faq/sash-jammers/ Sun, 24 Nov 2019 17:46:23 +0000 https://www.locksmiths.co.uk/?post_type=faq&p=28784 The post Sash Jammers Guide for Doors & Windows (Helpful Advice) appeared first on Master Locksmiths Association.

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uPVC Door Security – 5 Quick Tips to Secure your uPVC Door https://www.locksmiths.co.uk/faq/upvc-door-security/ Fri, 22 Nov 2019 09:49:23 +0000 https://www.locksmiths.co.uk/?post_type=faq&p=28997 The post uPVC Door Security – 5 Quick Tips to Secure your uPVC Door appeared first on Master Locksmiths Association.

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uPVC Door Handles – What is the Best & Most Secure? https://www.locksmiths.co.uk/faq/upvc-door-handles/ Fri, 15 Nov 2019 13:53:31 +0000 https://www.locksmiths.co.uk/?post_type=faq&p=29010 Types of uPVC Doors Handles uPVC door handles are available in the two main types Lever Lever – this means the lever door handle is on both sides of the door Lever Pad – has a lever handle on one side and the other is a pad shaped handle

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Door Lock Types – A Simple Guide for your Home (with Pictures) https://www.locksmiths.co.uk/faq/door-lock-types-guide/ Fri, 28 Jun 2019 13:27:43 +0000 https://www.locksmiths.co.uk/?post_type=faq&p=26287 What is the difference between a mortice lock and a deadlock? A mortice lock is fitted within the material of a door and a deadlock locks closed with the locking bolt being unable to be pushed back into the lock when in the locked position. What is a five lever mortice lock? A five lever […]

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Rim Cylinder Lock – What is the Best & Most Secure? https://www.locksmiths.co.uk/faq/rim-cylinder-lock-best-most-secure/ Wed, 26 Jun 2019 12:20:06 +0000 https://www.locksmiths.co.uk/?post_type=faq&p=26265 The post Rim Cylinder Lock – What is the Best & Most Secure? appeared first on Master Locksmiths Association.

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What are BS3621 Locks? + How to tell you have British Standard Locks https://www.locksmiths.co.uk/faq/what-are-bs3621-british-standard-locks/ Fri, 21 Jun 2019 14:36:25 +0000 https://www.locksmiths.co.uk/?post_type=faq&p=17277 Are BS3621 Locks More Expensive? Yes, but BS3621 locks are only slightly more expensive than standard Non-BS3621 locks, for example, a BS3621 5 Lever Mortice Deadlock costs only £10 more than a 5 Lever Mortice Deadlock that is NOT BS3621 Approved. We recommend spending the extra money in making sure you have the most secure locks on your front […]

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