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How to Build a 3-Star Solution | Door & Window Security

3-star security: You may be thinking about improving your home’s security by upgrading the locks on your windows and doors, and the security rating of hardware can be a helpful indication of the protection they offer. But how do you choose what’s best for your home? West Yorkshire Police states

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What Is Lock Bumping?

“Lock bumping” is one of the most common methods of attack during a burglary. Criminals manipulate the lock by placing a “bump key” into the lock and striking it with a heavy object, which causes the pins in the cylinder to vibrate up and down, tricking the lock into opening

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5 Tips to Improve Home Security this Christmas

Christmas is a busy time of the year for us all – including thieves!  It’s all too easy to get distracted in the festive excitement and overlook home security measures. With the dark nights creeping in and homes filled with expensive gifts, there’s never a better time to spruce up your home security. We’ve

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Euro Cylinder Locks – What To Look For

Thinking of upgrading your Euro cylinder locks, but unsure what to look for? Not to worry – we’ll talk you through what to consider! 3-star rated Euro cylinders provide the highest security level available. They can defend against all the most common methods of forced entry, including cylinder snapping, picking

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The Big Door Hardware Glossary: Words and Phrases you Need to Know

There can be a lot of confusing jargon involved with door hardware, especially when you get into the internal workings of locks, security accreditations, and so on. Whether you’re a first time homeowner looking to upgrade your door hardware or just getting into the trade, we hope this glossary provides

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Crime Rates Rise every Summer – How can I Protect my Home?

Every year, as we get into the warmer months, the UK sees an increase in crime, particularly violent crime and anti-social behaviour. This is often due to the rise in temperature, increasing alcohol consumption across the population, as people come outside to enjoy the weather. In 2018, West Midlands police

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TradeLocks BANGING deals on Mortice Locks & Accessories!

Research shows that when the clocks go back, burglaries spike by a huge 38% – and on Bonfire Night burglary claims are a whopping 21% higher! That’s why we’ve got some BANGING deals for you! Improve your customer’s home security when they’re most at risk with the 6 Lever Kitemarked

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New Remote Repair Cases Now in Stock

We have recently introduced to our product range remote repair cases for car key remotes, and now have over 70 different cases in stock! With the help of Tradelocks you can now offer your customers complete and comprehensive remote repair services using these high quality aftermarket repair cases. Cases start at

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‘Car Keys on Your Phone’ For Less

Auto locksmiths, want to offer your customers that bit extra? We have the solution! Our Car Keys on Your Phone App is the first of it’s kind and will help you make more profits in 3 ways; 1. By selling the gadget as an upgrade when attending a vehicle lockout

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20% Off Tradelocks Cylinders

This week are helping you secure more than just savings with 20% off selected Tradelocks cylinders. Use promo code CYLINDER20 to get 20% off both the UAP 1 Star Kitemarked Cylinder and the TL Budget Cylinder. The UAP 1 Star Kitemarked Cylinder This cylinder is packed full of security features

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