Locksmiths will require address ID to prove the property is yours, this can be a driving licence or utility bill.

It can take anywhere between a few seconds up to 45 minutes for a locksmith to pick a lock. Most locksmiths will be able to

Changing a door lock can vary in the time it takes, it all depends on the existing lock and the type of door you have.

Yes, the Bowley lock is designed so that the pins are shielded, and picks won’t be able to reach them. Only a specially designed key

By re-keying a lock you are changing the lock mechanism so that the old key no longer works in the lock, you will require a

Yes, if used correctly lock boxes for keys are safe, however if misused they can cause problems.

Burglars will spend time surveying an area. They will target houses that they feel have weak security measures and look easy to break into, and

Yes, alarms are a key part of deterring burglars, however it is also important to have other strong security measures such as high security locks

Your average local locksmith will charge £65 per hour, some locksmiths may charge a smaller fee for subsequent hours on the job, and the cost

It is not a crime to break into your own home, however if the police get called you will have to prove it is your