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Getting a safe opened: forgotten code or lost key
A locked safe with no code or key is no reason to panic. Often a look at the paperwork is enough; otherwise, a professional opening is the way forward.
· 8 min read
Guide
Locksmith guide: doors, locks and home security
Practical tips and know-how about doors, locks and keys for emergencies and prevention: what to do when you are locked out, lose a key or after a burglary, what affects the price and how to improve the security of your home.
After a burglary - the right steps in the right order
Coming home to a burglary is a shock. These steps help you stay safe, preserve evidence and make sure nothing important is forgotten.
· 7 min read
Burglary protection for flats and houses: what really works
Security cylinders, door guard plates, window locks and the right habits: how to protect your flat or house effectively against burglars.
· 9 min read
Lock cylinders - types, security features and what to look for when buying
The lock cylinder largely decides how secure your door is. Find out which types exist, which security features matter and how to measure correctly.
· 8 min read
Key broken off in the lock: what to do next
A key snapped inside the cylinder is annoying, but it can usually be sorted without replacing the lock, as long as you take the right steps and avoid the wrong ones.
· 8 min read
Who pays for the locksmith? Tenant, landlord and insurance
Locked out, faulty lock or break-in: who usually bears the locksmith costs in Switzerland and what your insurance policy may cover.
· 8 min read
Lost a key to your building's master key system: what now?
The key for the front door, flat, cellar and letterbox is gone? Why you should tell your property manager straight away and what happens next.
· 8 min read
Lost keys: should you change the lock cylinder or not?
Address on the key ring, stolen or simply mislaid? When you need a new cylinder and when a spare key is enough.
· 8 min read
Rogue locksmiths: warning signs and how to protect yourself
No price up front, drilling straight away, pressure to pay cash: here are the warning signs of a rogue locksmith and how to protect yourself.
· 8 min read
How much does a locksmith cost? What really drives the price
Night-time, weekends, a locked door or a new cylinder: these are the factors that drive a locksmith's price, and how to avoid unpleasant surprises.
· 8 min read
Locked out of your flat: what to do, calmly and step by step
The door has swung shut and your keys are inside? Here is how to react, from checking for danger to having the door opened by a professional.
· 15 min read