Brightons Locksmiths

Brighton Locksmith

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At Locksmith Brighton we want to put you at ease where you find yourself locked out of your home.

We are fast and reliable aiming to get to any jobs around Brighton in under 30 minutes. Our prices starting as low as £33 and we put your interests first so we do not charge VAT or call out fees.

As professionals with experience and the high-end tools, we are able to access most locks in next to no time, mostly with the least destructive methods. 95% of jobs are completed in under an hour.

Whether it’s getting in, getting out or completely replacing, we are here to help and have all the best keys and locks held in stock. Don’t miss out on fast service and a great quote, call Locksmith Brighton today.

Locked Out

When you call locksmith Brighton, we know that in 99% of situations it’s because you want to be able to get back inside your home or business quickly.

We have established a service that provides a fast-response and a fast solution for our customers regardless of the problem, with the aim of reducing the disruption or added stress to their day.

We are proud to have been serving the local needs of Brighton’s residents and businesses for years and use this experience to be the best at what we do.

We have seen many lock-related issues and use this expertise to continually work on delivering a faster, more effective solution. We build on this by training in the latest industry knowledge and using the latest tools, which aids us in our destructive and damage free approach.

There are a range of reasons you might require a locksmith and not all of that is an emergency.

Being locked out of your home or business is a stressful experience but whether it is a case of forgotten keys or a snapped key in the lock, we can provide you with a new lock and key with minimal destruction to your door.

Outside of this situation, you might be concerned about the adequacy of your home security and want an update. We’d be happy to give you peace of mind by advising you on the types of home security we can offer suited to your budget and your specific concerns.

If you call us today one of our office team will be able to give you some friendly advice and the recommended service that you require, with a free quote to match.

Emergency Locksmith Brighton

Being locked out of your home can be stressful and scary, and locksmiths Brighton is glad to have helped many customers out in that situation. Our locksmiths respond fast to emergency calls to get customers back inside their homes fast, helped by our 24 hour service. We aim to be with customers between 1-2 hours and complete most work under an hour, ensuring that you will be back inside the warm security of your home in no time at all.

Brighton locksmith has been working as a high quality locksmith in Brighton for years, standing out because of its expertise, reliablity and affordability. Using our years of experience solving all kinds of lock problems with all different types of locks, we guarantee that brighton locksmiths will know what approach to take when it comes to yours. This makes our approach more efficient and our solutions long-lasting. We can be relied on to deliver this service time and again no matter what time you call us, so if that’s 2am, you’ll still get the same service.

Our pricing is based on being a local locksmith serving the needs of the residents and businesses in Brighton. We are proud to support local and our customers do the same to us, that’s why we ensure our prices won’t break the bank and are competitive as possible. When you call we will give you a free quote that doesn’t include VAT or any unnecessary call out fees, that we will stand by right until the end. Rely on us today and call locksmith Brighton.

What is a security master key system?

To have several different keys, as in not complete copies to one lock is to have a this feature. What a security master key system provides is the possibility of having a master key which fits many locks and individual keys which fit only one of the locks in question. It’s common to find in apartment situations and in business situations. This way moderation of access is done effortlessly by providing the key holder with the right one for the access they are entitled to.

If you are looking into getting a master key system for your home or business. To help you. Here are some definitions and terms that you might meet along the way.

Keyed to Differ means that the key is able to only open one specific lock. As with the regular locks you usually come into contact with.

When speaking of keyed alike the reference is to a key that open a number of locks. For security master key system installed at home an example would be, that the same key can be used to open both the front and the back door. The feature can of course be extended to work for any other door you have in mind. Master keyed is the key that opens all the locks which are part of the system.

You can find the most extensive security master key system in the business world and in circumstances involving large buildings. Often for the use of caretakers, managers and other staff which needs an all access key. The system is not only highly secure, but can be developed and tailored to your needs. With the right type of practical grouping and arrangement to suit your needs.

If you would like to read more about the benefits of implementing a security master key system. Feel free to do so here.

Lock Outs

Locksmith Brighton have over 20 years experience and at locksmith Brighton we make all of that experience count as much as we can, every day we face the same types of locks that we’ve been dealing with from the beginning , with the exception of a few new ones of course.

Locksmith Brighton get to you fast in an emergency, that’s why we say locksmith Brighton in a lock out situation, even if you’re not locked out and it’s not urgent we can still come to you at a time to suit you if you have a busy schedule.

Locksmith Brighton want everyone in Brighton and the surrounding areas to know that they can rely on our services for any of their locksmith needs at any time on any day.

New Lock Installations

Here at Brighton locksmith we have over 20 years experience and that’s experience we have to use every day from each day to the next. locksmith Brighton never knows what we might have to face in the day so locksmith Brighton likes to be prepared. From our emergency lock outs to our fast response times to our competitive rates locksmith Brighton have got you covered whatever your needs may be.

One of the lesser requested but harder tasks and services we offer is our new lock installations these are a little trickier than your average lock replacement and here’s why. See with a normal lock replacements because the lock replacements already have the space in the door for the lock so no joinery is required where as with a new lock installation there is joinery involved because the door was previously plain.

First the locksmith must make space in the middle of the door for the lock body, once the lock body has been placed in the door and tested parallel goes the space in the door frame for the striking box. The lock body is the part of the lock that houses the deadbolt and the key hole and the lock mechanism. The striking box is where the deadbolt goes in the door frame when the key is turned and the lock is locked. Call now and get your new lock installation today!

Upvc Door Repairs Brighton

Here at locksmith Brighton we’re dedicated to dealing with all types of locks and lock out situations, but that also means we need to be prepared for all types of doors, keys, and all other types of security system. Locksmith Brighton deal with absolutely loads of Upvc doors over the years and now we’d even call ourselves specialists.

Locksmith Brighton carry all parts for most types of upvc doors on our vans at all time which means that even if we come out expecting something wrong with your upvc multi point locking mechanism and it actually turns out to be just a simple cylinder job, we can just go back to the van and replace your euro cylinder with a shiny fresh anti snap and anti pick euro cylinder to fit your upvc door no matter the measurements.

Locksmith Brighton suggest that even if you don’t get your euro cylinders replaced by ourselves, that you should always check if your locksmith is using anti snap locks at least, this will mean that you’re safe from the most common type of break in through upvc doors which is a method of break in call lock snapping.

Crooks use lock snapping to take advantage of a flaw in the design of these euro cylinders that aren’t anti snap, however if you take the time to check if your locks on your upvc doors are anti snap, and they are then you don’t have to worry about anyone getting into your house.

Call locksmith Brighton and speak to one of our trained advisors today, we won’t make you speak to any automated robots or machines, or put you on hold for half a day waiting to speak to someone, we’ll put you straight to the right person and they’ll guide you with anything you need assistance with.

Helping your small business go keyless

Nearly every house and business premises we attend for emergency or routine locksmith work have similar locking mechanisms. The majority are all based around the same traditional locking systems that have been securing our homes and places of business for centuries now. T

here’s obviously a reason they have survived and that’s because they are incredibly effective at what they’re meant to do. Unfortunately, they’re let down by one thing: keys. When you lose a key, it may mean you have to replace the whole lock if you don’t have a spare. If the key breaks, you will need a new lock. What’s more, an exposed keyhole leaves your door and subsequently your property, exposed to outside intruders who are may be able to “pick” your lock.

With the technological developments in the security market increasing exponentially year-on-year, your locksmith Brighton has taken this time to retrain in order to provide an effective service that stays in line with developments.

This means that your locksmith Brighton is fully qualified and highly trained to assist both houses and business premises with smart and electric locks.

The latter have proved particularly popular amongst small business owners in the area. For example, we have had a large increase in calls from office spaces enquiring about electric strikes. The most likely place you would have seen these before would be on the doors of flats with a shared communal hall space. Instead of having to go downstairs and unlock the door each time, they are fitted with an electric strike, in conjunction with a telecom, which can be opened with a buzzer.

However, these usually still have a keyhole. If using an electric strike in a shared space, these can be installed with any electrical signalling method such as a key code or swipe card. Not only does the simplify your security, it removes the risk of a keyhole being used to break-in to your premises. Similarly, we also recommend electromagnetic locks as an option. These act in a likewise fashion and with an incredible holding strength, can add outstanding security to your premises.

As with all services offered by your expert locksmith Brighton, a friendly professional will always be available to take your call and assist you with your specifications.

Different Types Of Locks

Here at locksmith Brighton we deal with many different types of locks and whilst we feel like we’ve dealt with every single possible type of locks, there are three types that keep coming up over and over again much more frequently than the others, these are;

• Mortise Locks – Mortise Locks are the most stubborn out of the three, their usually found on front doors of houses and can only be unlocked by a key from both sides. These are the hardest to break through and the most expensive to replace.
• Euro Cylinder – euro cylinders are the cheapest to replace and the easiest to replace they can either be unlocked with a thumb tab on the inside and a key on the outside or a key on both sides. Commonly found on Upvc doors.
• Night latch – Commonly referred to as Yale locks, however yale are just a brand of lock famous for their night latches although they do make other types of lock as well. Commonly found in flats and apartment buildings to ensure anyone can escape the building without a key needed.

All of the locks we use are a 100 per cent in line with their corresponding British standards, so you won’t have to worry about your home insurance policy.

If you have a question about any of our locks or the brands that we use don’t hesitate to call our office staff who will be more than happy to answer any question you might have for them.

British Standards And Insurance

Here at locksmith Brighton it’s our duty to make sure all of our locks are in line with British standards. This is because if they aren’t and we fit a lock to your door and then get burgled, your insurance companies might be well within their rights not to pay out. Although this might sound like a shady move on the insurance companies behalf, it’s actually there to protect you from being sold weak locks.

No one can tell how strong or good a lock is by looking at it and that’s why the British Standards Institute test and rigorously put a lock through it’s paces including seeing how it fairs against the most popular method of breaking in for that particular lock. There are a few different standards that relate to the different types of locks and lock purposes and these are;

BS3621 – This covers all mortise and cylinder rim locks that take keys from both sides of the lock. This standard ensures that as long as an attempted intruder has the keys they won’t be able to gain access to your property through fault of this lock.

BS8621 – This covers all locks with keys for the outside access but the ability to be locked and unlocked from the inside without a key and that’s why they’re used in flats and apartment buildings, so in an emergency anyone can get out in an emergency situation such as a fire.

BS10621 – This covers all locks that only lock from the outside with a key, but can be opened from the inside depending on whether they key was turned enough to disable this.

Stay within these British Standards for all locks you may buy or replace in the future and you’re sure to be safe when it comes to claiming on insurance.

Deter criminals with locksmith Brighton hints and tips!

When protecting your property, the most important thing to do is firstly think of the security of your front door. What basic security measures that your locksmith Brighton recommends depends entirely on the type of door you have.

If you have a wooden door, we recommend, as a minimum, the installation of a mortise deadlock.

Similarly, if you have a UPVC door, you should have an anti-bump, anti-snap euro cylinder lock. Ensure these are both British Standard and if you are unsure of their quality, give your friendly locksmith Brighton a call and they will be able to diagnose the strength of your security over the phone.

Whilst this is all important, it’s also necessary to ensure that any potential burglars don’t target your property in the first place. In fact, it’s really not as difficult as it may first seem. Its often a combination of many small practices and habits, rather than large, time-consuming ones.

With this in mind, your locksmith Brighton would like to suggest some hints and tips to prevent burglars even considering your property.

Burglars will tend to look at how security conscious they believe the property to be. This means they will quickly examine the number of locks, lighting and even small matters such as whether a gate has been left open or not.

They will also for anything outside your property which they can use to get in. This means tools which assist in actually getting in and also objects which can be used to climb. It sounds obvious, but it’s important to ensure such equipment or garden furniture is not left out overnight.

Again, this is just inviting trouble from burglars who don’t believe you take your home security seriously. Finally, your windows are literally like a shop. Keep valuables hidden and your property will seem less inviting.

A locksmith Brighton near me can always conduct a security survey of your property at a time convenient to you to highlight any potential weaknesses.

Professional security advice for new homeowners

So you have finally made the big leap and now own your own home. This is a joyous day and your locksmith Brighton congratulates you on the big move.

However, now you have far more responsibility for your property compared to when you previously were only a tenant in someone else’s home. However, do not fear, your friendly locksmith Brighton is here to offer you some advice and services to ensure your property is adequately protected under lock and key.

The first thing you should do is make sure you change the locks on your new home. This is recommended by your locksmith Brighton for whenever you move house. As a matter of precaution, you do not know how many keys were previously cut and who still might have access to your home. If there are a number of locks that need to be replaced, your locksmith Brighton will always offer a reasonable deal to save the already almighty expense of moving home.

The second thing is to conduct a thorough security inspection of your property from the outside. If you are unsure of how to do this, your friendly locksmith Brighton team regularly carries out such inspections and are always available to offer such services at a time convenient for you.

If you do not require our services, then our one tip is for you to think like a burglar. This means looking for what surrounds your property that might make it easy to access. Are there any objects which are easy to climb? For instance, consider planting a pretty rose bush up the side of your fence. This aesthetically pleasing deterrent will keep your home secure and make it delightful to look at.

The trick is to always be one step ahead. If you’re going to be out of your home for long periods, you should invest in security lighting or fake TV lights to switch on in your property. If you are unsure of what security you may need or are simply in need of some friendly advice, call one of our helpful locksmiths Brighton today.

Mortise locks strongly recommend

For many people, home security still remains much of a mystery. We understand the need to protect our homes, but we’re not quite sure how we’re meant to do it and the best way of doing so.

Of course, before thinking about additional ways of protecting your property, it’s important that the basics are done correctly. Therefore, the first place to start should always be your front and back doors.

The first thing to check is the current security present on each door, especially your front door. Unless your property is a new build, there’s a strong likelihood that your front door will be wooden. In this case, it is likely you will have either a Yale lock or a mortise lock, maybe even a combination of the two.

Your locksmith Brighton always recommends both in harmony on a door, but never a Yale lock on its own. While these gained popularity due to their convenience to the customer, the cheap price of manufacturing and the ease of installation, they are a much weaker form of protection than a mortise lock.

A mortise lock will either be a deadlock or a sash lock. What you require may well depend on what is already present on your door or what you would like to be present by way of aesthetics. Whatever the case may be your locksmith Brighton can discuss the most suitable option over the phone or in person. It is most likely that your home insurance provider will request a 5 lever British Standard lock in order to validate your policy.

Not only are these notoriously difficult to pick, the British Standard means the lock has a longer bolt throw, anti-drill plates and a security curtain to protect the levers. As this is supplied as standard by a locksmith Brighton service, you can be sure you will be receiving adequate protection when upgrading your home security.