Guides
Lock and security guides
Written from jobs we actually attend in Richmond. No scare tactics, no product pushing — just what we would tell you on the phone.
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Locked out in Richmond: what to do before you call anyone
Five minutes of checking can save you a callout fee — and knowing what to ask protects you from the doorstep price increase.
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Choosing a front door lock that suits your door
The best lock is the one your door can actually carry, that you will use every time, and that still lets you get out quickly.
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Key control for a small business without the headache
Most businesses do not have a lock problem. They have a key register problem that only shows up when someone leaves.
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Why your key sticks — and why it usually is not the lock
Stiffness is a warning. Fixing the cause is far cheaper than the day the key finally snaps off in the cylinder.
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Need a locksmith in Richmond?
Tell us what has happened and what type of lock you have. We will confirm what we can do, what it will cost and when we can be there — before any work starts.