In our line of work we have come across all sorts of events which have resulted in the occupant unable to gain entry into their property. Yes the most common one is that the owner has either lost their keys or left them on a table inside the house/in their other handbag etc. but becoming locked out of your property can result from something as simple as the wind catching the door while you are putting the rubbish out or talking to a neighbour.

It doesn’t always have to be as a result of human error. You may have your key but it breaks in the lock, or the lock becomes jammed and you are unable to access the property. Keys can wear down and become less effective.

However you find yourself in this sticky situation there’s nothing worse than that sinking feeling when you realise you are locked out of your premises, or discover that important documents are trapped in a locked cabinet. Our 24 hour emergency locksmiths will provide a fast, efficient service. Using a wide range of ‘tricks of the trade’ our  emergency locksmiths can open doors, window locks, padlocks, desks and filing cabinets.

We also know that that getting locked out has an annoying habit of happening at the most inconvenient moments – that’s why we are available – 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

All you have to do is call us on 0845 0709120.

The housing planning department said “landlords must ensure that their housing is in safe condition or feel the full force of the law.”

A worrying trend with many of these cases is the use of deadlocks on fire doors by landlords which turn the house into a death trap.

All doors obviously require securing but using the wrong locks can have disasterous consequences. Locks North West provide quality locksmiths across the North West. If you need advice on which locks to fit please give us a call.

Figures suggest that basic domestic security measures such as additional door or window locks are still missing from 1 in 2 homes, while door chains or security lighting are missing from two thirds of them.

With over 500,000 burglary offences reported each year, around half of which are homes where domestic,  security is a major issue that obviously needs tackling.

We have a wealth of experience in both business and domestic security and cover the whole of the North West, contact us today for further advice regarding home security systems, we will be happy to assist.

Fitting mortice locks, hinge bolts, security chains and 5 lever deadlocks will enhance your home security and go towards fulfilling your insurance requirements but only if you use them! This is not only to prevent thieves breaking in – they are less likely to break in if they have to smash a window to gain entry, it will also make it harder for a thief to get out.

All outside doors should be fitted with BS 3621 quality locks. Mortice and sash locks provide good protection for your property. Patio or French doors are often a point of weakness and can be used to get larger possessions out of the house these should be reinforced with key-operated lock with bolt top and bottom. Specialist patio door locks are available for sliding or bifolding doors.

It’s vital to fit patio doors with specialist patio doors locks that secure the sliding door mechanism in place. Fan lights and roof lights should not be forgotten, For further advice we will be happy to assist.

I’m sure if you really think carefully you will find you are one of them!

Each day thousands of people leave the house without naking sure their property is adequately secured.  A rear door may have become warped over the winter months resulting in poor fitting. If the door does not fit correctly the lock will be superfluous. The owners may feel they can rely on a bolt to prevent entry from an intruder. A door needs both bolts with a removable key top and bottom plus a mortice lock to ensure it is  not only secure but covered by insurance.

You may have a broken or damaged key which prevents you locking the Mortice deadlock on your front door for instance. Do you just rely on one lock and  pull the door closed, hoping you will get away with it for another day and return to find your property as you left it?

It is time to address these problems and not leave things to chance any longer, It just takes a simple phone call we take care of the rest.

Not only do you run the risk of becoming another statistic and experiencing the trauma of a breakin but you will also find you will not be covered by your insurance.

Locks North West offer a professional lock fitting and emergency lock opening service across the North West of England – Qualified locksmiths providing a 24hr locksmith service, to install and repair a wide range of locks.

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Burglars have found a weakness in the centre of the lock cylinder and are able to snap the entire cylinder in two in a matter of seconds. This method seems to be spreading across the country, we will obviously not go into detail just how this is done to avoid copycat activities but we shall say that no specialist tools are needed.

The type of lock found in the majority of pvcu and upvc doors is called a Euro cylinder lock. Unfortunately these types of lock have been found to have a design fault. The design fault is a weakness in the centre of the cylinder. This weakness provides an opportunity for burglars to ‘snap’ the cylinder without difficulty which renders the lock ineffective. The intruders are then able to gain access by bypassing the UPvc door lock in as little as 20 seconds.
Lock manufacturers have worked hard to find a solution and have now produced an alternative. These are known as ‘Break Secure’ or Snap Safe ranges.

We are always pleased to offer advice and guidance, without obligation on any aspect of your properties security, help you find the best door lock and provide replacement locks if necessary.

Contact us today to find out more about how to prevent intruders with the appropriate door/window locks

The annual crime figures show that burglaries are up by 14% on last years figures. Property owners need to be on their guard and not become one of next year’s statistics. The new anti snap cylinder locks have been developed to provide a defence against burglars who practice in this way. The new cylinders are anti drill, pick, snap, bump etc which makes it a lot harder for someone to break into your home.

If you have an UPVC door with the original cylinder lock fitted contact us today to avoid becoming one of the many victims of burglary where the intruders gain forced entry using this method. Locks North West can provide you with replacement locks to offer far better security and peace of mind.

Locks North West provide a complete security service which includes CCTV installation packages starting from £799.00, fully installed.

Video surveillance solutions, not only act as a deterrent, but offer a comprehensive service should your property be at threat from intruders or trespassers.

A recent survey by one of the most popular insurance companies found that an astonishing 33% of people in this country ignore a triggered alarm. Assuming it has been triggered by mistake or someone else was dealing with it.

A CCTV system provides complete peace of mind as you can rest assured you have captured the images on film and can monitor exactly who has been visiting your home whether or not anyone has seen anyone at your property.

Locks Northwest provide a professional and reliable service, offer free, no obligation quotations with all work guaranteed for both domestic and commercial properties. Contact us today for more information.

Many home owners are unaware of the type of multi point door locks they have fitted to many of their doors. They presume they conform so as a consequence they skirt over the question. Unless the householder is living in a newly built premise where the locks have been stipulated by the developer as being compliant with British Safety standards at the outset, it is likely you do not conform.

To ensure you do not encounter problems with any claim it would be advisable to check your locks to ensure they are compliant. Locks North West are a 24 hour locksmith, Manchester based and can advise you on providing good home security services and will gladly assess your locks and either add to an existing locking system or replace them ensuring you are fully covered, tailoring them to your individual requirements.

Having a burglar alarm is not sufficient these days either, it needs to be regularly maintained and on a service agreement! If your alarm links to a security company or the police possible discounts are to be had!

Call us today ffor further advice, we will be happy to assist.

Rest assured, you are not alone! We see these situations every day and can almost always gain entry, with little or no damage to your property. Servicing both domestic and commercial customers we have a solution to your needs 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and usually within the hour.

As quality emergency locksmiths providing 24 hour emergency locksmiths services we use a wide range of ‘tricks of the trade’ to gain entry. Our 24 hr emergency locksmiths can open doors, window locks, padlocks, desks and filing cabinets and operate across the whole of the Northwest including Manchester, Warrington, Stockport, Macclesfield, and Northwich.

One of the most common causes of failed entry is misplaced keys. We can either gain entry or replace the lock depending on the individual circumstances. If your keys are simply not working we can assess your situation to establish whether there is a problem with your existing lock or whether it is your keys that have become damaged. We can simply repair your lock or replace it should that be necessary.

Why try to gain entry your self and risk causing expensive damage when you can call us!

We also offer regular quality locksmiths services so do not wait for that emergency in the middle of the night to contact us for free, no obligation, advice. We are experienced qualified locksmiths and are happy to advise regarding upgrading, replacing or adding to your security system. Window locks, mortice locks, lever locks as well as garage locks, security bolts and night latches can all be fitted in accordance with your needs.

All work is completed to insurance approved standards BS3621

• No call out charges
• 24hr locksmith call-out
• Free estimates & quotes
• Domestic & commercial work
• Fully guaranteed & insurance approved
• Fast & quick repairs from our qualified locksmiths