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Should locks be changed when you move house?
When you move into a new house, should you change the locks for security reasons?
Re-key vs master key
I’ve heard of re-key and a master key. What distinguishes these two?
Single vs double deadbolt
How much better is a double deadbolt over a single deadbolt, if at all?
Keyed padlock
Is a keyed padlock worth it? What are its pros and cons? Ultimately, do you recommend it?
Advice for new front door
Hi, I’m debating whether or not to have my door replaced (and if I am, I’d wait until then before having a new lock system installed). Is it more effective to have a five-lever mortice lock on a wooden door or standard cylinder lock for a uPVC door? How do their prices compare?
Glass door lock
Hi, I've heard of the term 'glass door lock'. Can you tell me what this is and how exactly it works?
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