In this blog, we’re excited to share some of the fantastic reviews we’ve received from our customers in Cheltenham. At Keytek® Locksmiths, we pride ourselves on delivering fast, reliable, and professional locksmith services, and it’s always rewarding to hear how we’ve made a difference for our local community. In this post, we’ll be highlighting some […] The post Keytek Locksmiths in Cheltenham: See What Our Customers are Saying! appeared first on Keytek Locksmiths ..read more

Between July and September 2024, a man from Preston burgled numerous businesses and student accommodation buildings in Preston. The burglar took advantage of lax security measures and stole cash, games consoles and bank cards from numerous properties in the city centre. In total the man was charged with 11 offenses including: 3 counts of burglary […] The post Preston Student Accommodation Burglary appeared first on Keytek Locksmiths ..read more

The rise in crime in Hull through 2024, can largely be traced back to the Hull riots in August which took place between the 30th of July to the 5th of August 2024. The unrest that rocked the city created a ripple effect, with tensions running high and anti-immigration riots spilling into the streets. This led […] The post Hull Riots 2024 appeared first on Keytek Locksmiths ..read more

Milton Keynes is a city in Buckinghamshire that is located about 50 miles northwest of London and about halfway in between London and Birmingham and between Oxford and Cambridge. The city has a population of around 292,000, and the history of the city shows rapid population growth with an increase of over 14% in the […] The post Milton Keynes Crime Rates appeared first on Keytek Locksmiths ..read more

A series of highly unusual burglaries has provided a surprising reminder that home security is more important than ever. Coming home and finding you’ve been the victim of burglary is distressing enough but imagine coming home to only to find that the burglar had made themselves at home and done some laundry. Well, that’s what […] The post Newport’s ‘Helpful’ Burglar appeared first on Keytek Locksmiths ..read more

Hotels, often seen as havens of relaxation and luxury, have also been the backdrop for some of the most notorious crimes in history. From high-profile murders to mysterious disappearances, these incidents have captivated public attention and sparked countless investigations from police and true crime lovers. In this blog, we delve into some of the most […] The post The Most Dangerous Hotel in The World appeared first on Keytek Locksmiths ..read more

What are Commercial Locks? Commercial locks are an important part of a business or commercial property’s security effort. They are the first thing a potential burglar will come up against when trying to break in. it’s important that a business choses the right commercial lock for them, and there are a fee to choose from, with different access capabilities and monitoring. Essentially, commercial locks are designed with heavy usage and high-security in mind, and locks like this are often referred to as ‘commercial grade’ locks. Are Commercial Door Locks Different? The short answer is, yes! As pr ..read more

The typical definition of a Locksmith is a professional and experienced tradesman that works with different types of locks, whether that’s for doors (uPVC or wooden), windows, vehicles, or padlocks. The most common types of Locksmith services include lock changing, key cutting, key replacement, and emergency 24 hour services for instances where someone might be locked out of their house. But did you know that a Locksmith ca offer more services that aren’t actually involving locks and keys at all! In this Keytek® Locksmiths blog, we’ll be discussing the lesser-known Locksmith services which you ..read more

Wanting to make your wooden gate more secure by installing a lock on it but aren’t sure how to properly do that? Read this Keytek® Locksmiths blog for all the correct information on installing a lock on a wooden gate. 1. Placement The first step is to choose the placement of where you want your lock, taking into consideration how high you want it to be. 2. Drilling Drill the top and the bottom fixing holes as well as the centre hole to match the diameter of the lock. 3. Insert Screws Insert the screws into the top and bottom fixing holes that were made by the drill. 4. Insert Spindle Insert th ..read more

Having a spare key to your home is always an important thing to have, and so is deciding who has access to your spare key and therefore, your home. In this Keytek® Locksmith blog, we will be going through which people you should be considering to look after your spare house key, therefore helping you to increase your home security.   Why You Need a Spare Key Having a spare key is always important for a number of reasons. The main reason being that it helps you to prevent accidental lockouts, as having a spare key on you when leaving your original key in the house means you can still acces ..read more