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Anti-Snap Euro Cylinders: What 1-Star and 3-Star Ratings Mean
Learn what TS 007 1-star and 3-star ratings mean for a euro cylinder. See how they differ from Sold Secure Diamond, and which rating suits your own front door.
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Lock and door advice for Bayswater and W2
This blog answers the lock and door questions we hear most in Bayswater and W2. Each post looks at one problem in plain words, because a clear answer helps you choose what to do next. We also link to the rules and standards behind each point.
Some posts cover what to do after a lockout or a break-in. Others look at locks for flats, period homes and rented property. For example, you can read how lock ratings work, while landlords can check what a tenant changeover needs.
If you need a locksmith rather than advice, use our enquiry form. Tell us the door, the lock and the postcode, and we will come back to you.
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UpgradesCan You Fit a Smart Lock to a Period Front Door?
Can a smart lock go on a Victorian or Edwardian front door? Often yes, if you plan it well. Here is what to check before you buy, from fit to insurance. -
LandlordsHMO Tenant Changeovers: Locks and Keys for London Landlords
A tenant moves out of your shared house and a new one moves in. Here is what to do with the locks, the keys and the fire escape route on changeover day. -
RepairsLock Repair or Replacement: How to Tell Which You Need
Not sure whether to repair or replace a lock? Here is how to tell them apart. We cover stiff locks, worn keys, lost keys, break-ins and what insurers may ask. -
EmergenciesLocked Out of Your Flat in Bayswater? What to Do First
Locked out of a flat in W2? Stay calm and work through these steps first. They can save time, protect your door and help the locksmith do the job well. -
LandlordsMansion Block Communal Door Locks: Who Fixes Them?
A broken lock on the main door of a mansion block raises one question. Who pays, and who repairs it? Here is how leases and the law usually split the job. -
EmergenciesNon-Destructive Entry Explained: Opening a Door Without Damage
Non-destructive entry opens a locked door without breaking the lock. Learn how it works, when it is not possible, and why drilling is sometimes the last step. -
RepairsuPVC Door Won't Lock? Repair or Replace the Mechanism
A uPVC door that will not lock has a clear cause. Learn the safe checks to try first, and when a locksmith should repair or replace the mechanism for you.