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Complaining about a locksmith – Here’s what to do
Has a locksmith overcharged you? have they done work you are unhappy with? and you feel ripped off. If you’ve recently had work conducted by a locksmith that you’re not satisfied with and you wish to complain, here’s what … Continue readingDigital Door Locks – What are they & when should you use them?
We recently reached out to Jeremy Cassady at MLA Affiliate member Securikey for advice on when to fit Digital Door Locks either for your business or for your home plus also what type of door they can be fitted … Continue readingKey Cabinet Guide – How to Choose the Right One for Your Business
If there’s one thing they don’t teach you at business school, it’s that if you’re going to run your own business, you’re going to have to deal with a lot of keys. Keeping those keys out of the wrong … Continue readingWhat is Most Secure Lock To Prevent Lock Snapping?
There are 3 options to prevent a lock snapping. Ensure that your front & back doors ( upvc,wooden,aluminium ) have one of the following three types of lock. Continue readingLocksmith Career Guide – 10 Tips From The MLA
Here are the MLA we get many enquiries about people wanting to Become a Locksmith, some have just left school and are looking for a apprenticeship, some are looking for a career change. Below we have put together some … Continue readingCan locksmiths provide more than just locks & keys?
Absolutely – long gone are the days when all a locksmith did was fit locks and cut keys. It’s even fair to say that opening locks is no longer the main function of a locksmith. These days modern locksmiths … Continue readingI’m interested in becoming a locksmith – what should I do?
If you see locksmithing as a future career, the first thing we recommend is doing your homework. Becoming a locksmith requires a lot of research. Read on below for some questions to ask yourself and as well as further … Continue readingI’ve been told I need a safe – what advice do you have?
Firstly you need to decide what type of safe do you need? Is it a data safe – to keep electronic data such as back-up tapes or CDs/DVDs safe Is it a fire safe (wanting to ensure documents for … Continue readingShould I, Can I Fit My Own Door Lock?
There’s nothing to stop you fitting your own door lock BUT the question really is “should you”? After all how do you know what door lock you need? The correct type, correct size, does it meet your door lock meet … Continue readingHome Security Advice – Top 13 Tips
The main security advice for your home is to speak to your local MLA licensed locksmith with regards to the security products that you have fitted to your doors and windows. More details on domestic security guidelines can be found … Continue readingI’ve heard of lock snapping, what should I do to stay safe?
What is Lock Snapping? Firstly don’t panic! Lock Snapping is a particular type of attack that is only relevant to Euro Cylinder locks (commonly found in UPVC doors and composite doors), you may also find the term called Cylinder … Continue readingHow can I check the credentials of the locksmith?
Firstly you can check that they’re an MLA Approved Company by checking the find a locksmith section of this website or you can read below our mini guide on check if a locksmith is who they say they are, … Continue readingHow can I find a good locksmith?
One way we'd suggest is looking for 3rd party approval... Continue readingCan you earn £60k – £100K per year salary as a locksmith after a 3 day course?
Whilst there may be the proverbial "exception that proves the rule", we very much doubt ... Continue readingAre locksmiths licensed?
Believe it or not the locksmithing industry is not regulated in any way by the Government... Continue reading
