Home Security
Expert advice on choosing home locks and security from the team at Toplock.
Q. How has home lock technology changed over time?
A. The main trend is towards electronic locking and options that are more convenient and provide a higher safety level, for example fire safety. There are fingerprint locks and mobile phones that can be programmed through Bluetooth as a locking device.
Q. What types of locks would you recommend for external doors?
A. We recommend customers invest in good-quality deadlocks for external doors, in order to protect them and their property. Window locks are also recommended and are sometimes needed as a clause in insurance policies. Lockable bolts are good for sliding doors, as these doors can be forced and have become a target for burglars. Every situation is different, so we recommend a quotation from our service team to ensure that the right type of lock is installed.
Q. Is it possible to create a truly secure home if you're restricted by a tight budget?
A. It is possible, but it is best to ask our locksmith to provide a professional opinion, as he can inform you of what will best suit your budget. We can also provide customers with a free security evaluation and make recommendations for their home security and locking systems.
Q. Do you have any other recommendations regarding home locks and general security?
A. It is important to have a combination of quality security products throughout the home and surrounding the property. As residential locksmiths, we encourage the installation of good-quality deadlocks on all external doors, and recommend that external doors be made of solid wood. Gate locks and locks for the roof hatch are often neglected; there is a good selection of products on the market. Lighting and alarms should also be considered in assessing home security.
Q. What should people look for in a locksmith?
A. Find locksmiths who have completed a trade certificate and are members of a locksmithing association. Toplock is a member of both the Master Locksmiths Association and Locksmiths Guild of Australia. All Toplock staff hold a current licence's with Queensland Security licencing. Locksmiths often have to work at all hours and be equipped for all types of situations. Toplock is able to act promptly and always have updated home lock product knowledge and skills.
Q. What are the common issues that you deal with as a residential locksmith?
A. The most common issues Toplock solve as a locksmith company involve repairing and replacing home locks, changing and opening locks, and providing security solutions. This includes presenting product options to customers. Emergency work is also an integral part of our job.
