Locksmiths Blog

Locksmith Tips & Advice from Chris at Moore Secure Locksmiths, Borehamwood.

Whether you've found yourself locked out at the worst possible moment or you're looking to improve your home security, having the right knowledge can make all the difference.

At Moore Secure Locksmiths, I believe an informed customer is a secure customer, which is why I created this blog to share practical advice, industry insights and local expertise in Borehamwood.

From emergency lockouts to choosing the right insurance-approved locks for your home, my guides are written to help homeowners, tenants and landlords across Borehamwood and the surrounding areas make smarter security decisions. Whether you're a letting agent managing multiple properties or a homeowner who's just experienced a break-in, you'll find straightforward, honest advice here.

Browse my latest articles below covering topics such as what to do when you're locked out, the best insurance-approved locks on the market, home safes, key cutting, and how to respond if your property has been burgled.

New guides are added regularly, so check back often or get in touch if you have a question I haven't covered yet.

Door & Window Maintenance: A Locksmith's Guide for Hertfordshire Homeowners

By Chris Moore, Moore Secure Locksmiths — Borehamwood, Hertfordshire Most people don't think about their doors and windows until something goes wrong. The handle that takes two goes to catch. The door that's started catching on the frame. The window that rattles every time it's windy. These things creep up slowly — and they tend to get ignored until they become an actual problem. The trouble is, a poorly maintained door or window isn't just an inconvenience. It's a security w

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Jun 2

Multi-Point Locking Mechanisms: Everything Homeowners Need to Know

By Chris Moore, Moore Secure Locksmiths — Borehamwood, Hertfordshire If you've ever struggled to lift your door handle before turning the key, you already know what a multi-point locking mechanism is. You might not have known it had a name — but that slightly awkward lift-and-lock action is your door's multi-point system doing exactly what it should. In this guide I'll walk you through how these locks work, why they fail, how to spot the warning signs early, and what you can

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May 19

Insurance Approved Locks Explained — A Locksmith's Guide for Hertfordshire Homeowners

Not sure if your locks are insurance approved? Chris from Moore Secure Locksmiths explains British Standard locks, deadlocks, euro cylinders and window locks in plain English What Does "Insurance Approved" Actually Mean? If you've ever read through your home insurance policy, you've probably come across the phrase "insurance approved locks" — and wondered exactly what that means for your front door. It's a term that causes a lot of confusion, so let me clear it up. No lock is

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May 7

Locked Out?

Locksmith Advice · Consumer Protection · Emergency Guidance Locked Out? Don't Let a Rogue Locksmith Turn Your Bad Day Into a £1,000 Nightmare By a Professional Locksmith · Advice You Can Trust It happens to the best of us. You're standing on your doorstep, keys inside, door firmly shut and panic starts to set in. In that moment of stress, most people do the same thing: grab their phone, search "locksmith near me," and call the first number that appears. That snap decisi

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Apr 27