All our UKLA certified Locksmiths can be found via the map which is on the right hand side of the website...
Only those showing are registered with us.
April - 2013
Why not start a new career in Locksmithing....book a course with us for the reduced rate of £695.00 incl VAT.
January - March 2013
keep those Xmas presents out of sight when kept in your property or vehicle. Thieves / opportunists / burglars will seize if they think they can get your loved ones presents out quickly.
December - 2012
As the clocks have been brought back, the nights get darker which is when the thieves and opportunists are at their peak. Be aware and make sure your home is protected at all times. Ask your local UKLA member for security advice.
November - 2012
Ask your local UKLA Locksmith to cut you some keys as some of our members offer mobile key cutting services.
October - 2012
All our members carry their up to date I.D cards with them.
September - 2012
What not add security to your external doors. Adding mortice locks, patio door locks etc is a good start.
August - 2012
Key cutting services can be supplied by your local UKLA locksmith while they are on site with you.
July - 2012
With the hot weather finally upon us, dont leave windows and doors open when unattended. (EDIT. There wasn't much hot weather after all!)
June - 2012
Click on the map on your right and store the phone number of your local UKLA member. You never know when you may need him / her.
April & May - 2012
When moving into a new property ensure you change the locks as there may be other spare keys in circulation that you do not know about. Better to be safe and secure. Contact your local UKLA locksmith using the map on the right hand side of this website.
March - 2012
Some UKLA members also fit alarms, CCTV and other security devices such as extra garage security, parking posts plus much more.
February - 2012
Every UKLA member should have an up to date ID card on them at all times.
January - 2012
Keep the Xmas presents you have bought for your loved ones out of sight from street view and away from the opportunist thief.
December - 2011
With the dark evenings closing in why not have wireless motion sensors / CCTV / alarms / Lighting fitted. Ask your local UKLA member as some are also qualified wireless engineers.
November - 2011
It is extremely important to deadlock your door when you are inside but make sure you put your key in the same place in case of a fire. If you panic you should still know exactly where your key is.
October - 2011
If you are paying for contents Insurance then make sure you conform to the policy regulations. If you are not sure what a BS3621 lock means or any other jargon phone up your local UKLA member who can be found on the map via the right hand side of this website.
September - 2011
If the rioters have affected you then call one of our Trusted and Vetted Locksmiths to beef up / fix your security. Some of members are also qualified alarm and CCTV engineers.
August - 2011
All our trusted and vetted members are on the map on the right hand side. If they do not appear on the site then they are not an existing member.
July - 2011
With the sunny weather upon us make sure you close and lock all windows and doors when leaving the house.
June - 2011
Get yourself a wireless alarm system which some of our members are qualified to supply and fit for you.
May - 2011
When you are upstairs n your property it is advisable to lock your downstairs windows as well as any exit doors.
April - 2011
When moving in to a new property it is recommended that you change the external locks as there will be other people that have spare keys who can let themselves in.
March - 2011
Ask your local locksmith for a security survey. Some of our members also fit alarms & CCTV.
February - 2011
Xmas presents should be completely out of view in your property as this is the time where the opportunist burglar is at his most active.
December - 2010
Ask your local locksmith about fitting Wireless security such as alarms, CCTV plus many more products. This will be installed quickly and without the need to pull up any carpets or flooring.
November - 2010
As the nights draw in earlier why not purchase a timer than can set your indoor lights to come on earlier. Thus giving the impression that someone is home.
October - 2010
If you are having difficulty with a lock of any sort dont wairt for it to completely fail. Phone your local UKLA Locksmith via the map on this website and he / she will fix any problems that you have.
September - 2010
When abroad on your hols be aware that you are not the only one with a key to your hotel room. Make use of any safes available to you. In case of emergencies when in Europe dial 112 which is the equivalent of our 999.
August - 2010
With the hot weather finally with us do not leave windows or easy access areas open when your property is unoccupied. Be cautious when leaving downstairs patio doors open if you are upstairs.
July - 2010
Always deadlock your mortice (like a Chubb lock) before going to bed. This gives you extra security.
The same should happen if you have a UPVC door. Deadlock it.
June - 2010
Dont leave your keys or any valuables within view either when in your property or vehicle. The saying "Out of sight, out of mind" is true most of the time when it comes to valuables.
May - 2010
Dont leave confidential information relating to yourself in bins and the like. Make sure you shred it all instead.
April - 2010
Make sure change your batteries on any car / bike alarm fobs once you feel them going flat.
March - 2010
Avoid leaving keys in close vacinity of any external doors as this may stop burglars obtaining your keys.
February - 2010
Make sure your burglar alarm is fully upto date and in good working order.
January - 2010
Do not place any Xmas presents in view while they are in your property. Opportunits and burglars may see them and break in to steal them.
December - 2009
The best deterrent to stop your property being burgled is to have better security than your surrounding neighbours.
Burglars will normally target the easier option.
- November 2009
If you have a double glazed door and it is becoming increasingly difficult to pull the handle up, close door and lock it, it is a good idea to call in your local UKLA Locksmith member so they can check the working order of it.
Mechanisms on these type of doors can be expensive to replace and also inconvenient for the home owner so sometimes it can be a cheaper option to get the Locksmith in to try and fix it before it is beyond repair.
October - 2009
If you have Digital lock in a commercial premises make sure you change the code every couple of months or if a member of staff leaves. Your local UKLA member can do this for you.
September - 2009
Check that you do actually comply with your Contents Insurance policy.
August - 2009
In this hot weather do not leave aerosols in direct sunlight, ie by windows as they can and do explode.
July - 2009
If you own a convertable car when leaving the roof down make sure you don't leave any valuables in view with the glove box locked. In car safes are also available which is a new product on the market. Ask your local UKLA member for further details.
June- 2009
As the hot weather approaches make sure you don't leave any windows or doors open or unsecure when leaving your property. An opportunist will take advantage of the sitautaion that you have given them.
May - 2009
If you require CCTV or alarm systems then simply do a search on our website and that will show our members that can supply and fit you a product of your choice.
April - 2009
Don't leave spare keys "hidden" in secret places outside your front door. An opportunist burglar may see you and gain entry to your property.
March - 2009
If you are having difficulty shutting your wooden door it may be because the cold and wet weather is expanding the wood thus hitting the door frame. For a quick fix just rub some candle wax against the frame (wherever the door is rubbing) and this will make it close a lot easier. If you are still having trouble then phone your local UKLA Locksmith who will fix it for you no problem.
February - 2009
Start a new year with a new job. Train with the UKLA for a wonderful new career as a Locksmith. Click on the "courses" section for details or phone 020 8590 7111 for details.
January - 2009
Try and keep any Xmas presents AWAY from street view. An opportunist / burglar will have them off your hands in no time. Make it a Happy and secure Xmas.
All the best from all of us at the UKLA!!!!
December - 2008
Xmas and the holiday season is approaching fast so make sure your property is properly secured as stats show burglaries are high at this time of year. Phone a UKLA member to get his / her security advice.
November - 2008
Contact your local UKLA member for more than just Locksmithing. Most will know about CCTV, alarms, Access control, Security Grilles etc. If your local member does not directly deal with the above then he will know someone trustworthy who does.
October - 2008
Do not leave your keys, including car keys anywhere near a door with visability or accessability such as a letterbox. Burglars can easily access these keys through letterboxes, cat flaps etc and gain entry to your property as well as steal your vehicles once they have the keys.
September - 2008
If you are considering buying a padlock it is worth spending an extra few pounds to make sure it is a good one. Too many padlocks are far too easy for a burglar to break off or get through. Also make sure that the fixing such as the hasp and staple are of equal good quality.
August - 2008
If you are going on holiday and your neighbour is looking after your property ask if they can go in at least once a day so it looks as though there is somone home. In certain areas opportunists / burglars can quickly catch on if a property is not habitable and will take advantage.
July - 2008
When you are calling out your local UKLA member for any work required don't forget to ask him for extra keys that you may require for any new locks that have just been fitted. This then saves you the time of going to the key cutting shop. The member will also show you all the keys in working order.
June - 2008
Here's an obvious one...
Make sure you actually lock the doors, windows when you leave your property! So many people don't.
May - 2008
When moving into a new property make sure you not only change the front door locks but also the back door locks. You should also strongly consider changing any shed and garage locks too. Ask your local UKLA member to do the job for you.
April - 2008
If you are locking anything using a chain (such as a bike, scooter etc) make sure not only the chain is of high quality but also the padlock. The chain is only as strong as the padlock and vice versa. So if you buy a really good chain but a low quality padlock then you are doing yourself no favours in the long run.
March - 2008
If you are a Landlord and you want to keep track on how many keys are in circulation for each lock you could get your UKLA Locksmith to fit a "Mul T Lock". Extra keys can only be cut if the tennant has the "card". The "card" is given the to the key cutter which is proof of ownership who then cuts the key. So if your tennant moves you can then get the keys back and give to the new tennant and not worry about changing the locks as you know there is no extra keys in circulation.
February - 2008
This is the time of year that the burglar wants to pay you a visit due to the fact that he / she may find the xmas presents laying around.
Do the simple things by making sure that anything valuable is out of sight and all locks are actually locked.
- December 2007
As the nights draw in earlier this is the time of year to beef up your security and make sure your locks are Insurance approved.
Contact a UKLA member via the map on the right hand side of this website and ask for his advice.
- November 2007
ALWAYS cover your hand when typing in your PIN number when making a card payment in a public place.
- October 2007
Ask your local UK Locksmiths Association (UKLA) member to give you a security survey on your house. There may be additional security that can be added to stop you from being burgled.
- September 2007
Before you set off on your summer holidays make sure all doors and windows are locked and secure.
- August 2007
If you own a portable Sat Nav system for your vehicle always make sure you remove not only the system from your vehicle but also wipe away the ring mark from your windscreen.
- July 2007
With the summer fast approaching (hooray!) make sure you do not leave ANY windows open while no-one is in the property.
- June 2007
Ask your local UKLA locksmith to cut spare keys for you.
- May 2007
You should never leave any keys inside your property near a letterbox.
Burglars have their ways of getting those keys through the letterbox which can often lead to you losing your vehicles as well as them getting into your property at any time they like.
- April 2007
Make sure you check that all your windows are closed before you leave your property.
- March 2007
If you have a double glazed door (UPVC), make sure you deadlock when you leave your house and not jull pull the door closed
- February 2007
Extra security on patio doors is extremely important. Ask a member to supply and fit you one.
Happy new year!
- January 2007
If you require new window locks or have lost a key to your current locks ask a member for help
-December 2006
If you have a lock that is starting to cause you problems don't wait until it completely fails which will give you a lock out situation. Phone a member and get them to change it for you.
- November 2006
If you require security grilles for your property then ask one of our members. If they do not cover that kind of work they will know someone who can
- October 2006
If you have any valuables in your property make sure you place them in your Safe. If you do not own a Safe then ask one of the UKLA trusted and vetted Locksmiths to supply and fit one for you. Either hidden under floorboards, fixed securely against a wall or however you wish it to be fixed just ask.
- September 2006
If you own a garage you are at risk of having it burgled as gnerally they have poor security locks.
Ask our members for information on Garage Defenders which is an extremely high quality security product for your garage at a very reasonable price.
- August 2006
If you are paying for Home Contents Insurance take a moment to check the policy requirements. It may state that you must have a 5 Lever BS3621 mortice deadlock (for Wooden doors) or at least a 3 point locking system on UPVC (Double Glazed doors).
If you are unsure at what this jargon means then phone your local UKLA Locksmith which can be found on the map on this website. They will be more than happy to help you with your enquiry.
- July 2006
If you have just bought a new property make sure you change the locks. This will prevent any previous tenants, owners, workmen etc getting into the property without permission.
- June 2006
Most locksmiths can offer more than just getting you back into your house if you are locked out. Find out about garage door security, additional locks, CCTV. alarms, roller shutters, security grilles, parking posts and so much more by finding your local locksmith in the map on our website.
- May 2006
Did you know the UK Locksmiths Association has vetted each and every one of their members?
Therefore you can rest assured that you will get the best possible service and price that is right. Go into the Map and store your local locksmiths number in your phone just incase you ever need him / her.
- April 2006
Make sure you have a UKLA Locksmith's number in your mobile phone. You never know when you may need him/her.
- March 2006
All our members carry I.D cards for your peace of mind.
- February 2006
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