Common residential jobs
- Rekeying every lock after moving into a new home so old keys stop working.
- Installing deadbolts and deadlatches on timber and metal-framed doors.
- Repairing or replacing sliding-door and window locks.
- Fitting door viewers, security chains and restrictors.
- Adjusting doors and strike plates so locks stop binding.
Heritage and apartment considerations
Many Richmond terraces are in heritage overlays, and many apartments are governed by an owners corporation. Both can restrict what may be fitted to an external door, particularly on the street-facing façade or in a common area.
We will tell you when a job needs owners corporation approval or a permit, and we will not fit hardware that puts you in breach of your building rules.
Renting in Victoria
Renters can generally have locks changed in defined circumstances, and rental providers have obligations about security and about receiving keys. Rules change, so check the current guidance from Consumer Affairs Victoria or the Residential Tenancies Authority equivalent for your situation before we attend.
We keep a record of who authorised a lock change, and we hand keys only to the person who authorised the work.
Questions we are asked
- Should I rekey or replace my locks after moving in?
- If the hardware is sound, rekeying is usually cheaper and just as effective — old keys stop working. Replace when the lock is worn, damaged or does not suit the door.
- Can you match all my doors to one key?
- Often yes, if the cylinders are compatible. We will check on site and tell you if any lock needs replacing to make it work.