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I'm Locked Out - Help!

2/27/2019

 
​You’ve realised you are locked out (or perhaps you are locked in) what should you do now?  I have been working as a locksmith in Milton Keynes for over 20 years now and have helped thousands of people who have found themselves in this situation.  Perhaps you have lost your keys, left them inside and the door has shut behind you or perhaps the lock has broken or the key has snapped in the lock.  Whatever your reason for finding yourself locked out (or in) our MK locksmiths can help.
Locksmith in Milton Keynes gives advice on what to do if you are locked out.
​You may be in the fortunate position that you are able to get back into your property without having to contact a locksmith.  Perhaps there is another door or a downstairs window that you could use to access the property or perhaps you have left a spare key with a trusted friend or family member.  If this isn’t the case however, you will need to contact a local locksmith but how do you know which one to choose? 

It is worth spending a little time on this decision as unfortunately there are a lot of “cowboy locksmiths” out there.  These rogue traders will often advertise cheap rates online only to increase their prices once they are on site.  They are all too often unskilled and inexperienced and can often leave your door in a worse state than it was before you contacted them.  Our Milton Keynes locksmiths work closely with Trading Standards and report these unscrupulous traders on a regular basis when we come across them.  So how can you make sure the locksmith you choose is trustworthy and reliable?  Here are three questions that can help you when making that decision:

Is the locksmith approved by Trading Standards?

Trading Standards are the local authority departments that enforce consumer protection legislation in England.  Trading Standards in Milton Keynes operate the Buy with Confidence scheme.  The Buy with Confidence scheme vets and approves local MK companies.  All of our MK locksmiths have been vetted and approved by Trading Standards.  Our customer service is monitored on a regular basis and our locksmiths in MK have had their qualifications, references and insurances checked by a Trading Standards professional.  If you are locked out in Milton Keynes, our trading standards approved MK locksmiths can help.  Call us on:  01908632651
Milton Keynes locksmith advises what to do if you are locked out of your property.
"​Is the locksmith endorsed by a Trusted Traders scheme?

There are a number of trusted trader schemes that claim to help consumers.  The “Which?” brand operate the “Which? Trusted Trader” scheme whereby they assess and endorse local tradesmen and tradeswomen.  All of our local Milton Keynes locksmiths at Errington Locksmiths and Security have been assessed and endorsed by "Which?"  The Which? Trusted Trader" endorsement is a sign of reputation and trust.  If you find yourself in need of a locksmith in Milton Keynes, our Which Trusted Traders approved MK locksmiths can help.  Call us on:  01908632651 
MK locksmith offers practical advice if you are locked out in Milton Keynes
​Is the locksmith experienced?

An experienced locksmith should be able to ask the right questions in order to diagnose your problem and give you a quote over the phone.  Questions an experienced locksmith might ask include:
  • Do you have ID to prove that you live in the property?
  • Are you locked in or out?
  • Are the keys inside?  Do you know where they are?
  • Do you have a letterbox fitted on the door?    
  • What type of door do you have?  Is it a wooden or UPVC door? 
  • What type of lock do you have on the door?  The locksmith may also ask you to send a photo if you are in a position to do so.
All of these questions will help an experienced locksmith diagnose the problem and make decisions regarding which tools will be needed to let you back into your property with the minimum of fuss.  Be wary of a locksmith that gives a price over the phone without asking any of these questions.  It is likely that the price will change on site.  An experienced and professional locksmith will practise non-destructive entry wherever possible.  All of our locksmiths at Errington Locksmiths Milton Keynes are experts at non-destructive entry and will always seek to practise this.  If you are in the unfortunate position of being locked out in MK, please contact out skilled and experienced local Milton Keynes locksmiths on 01908632651

I hope these three questions will help you choose a locksmith if you ever find yourself locked out of your property.  In the meantime if you have any security concerns, please contact one of our MK locksmiths to discuss them
Locksmith Milton Keynes advises what to do when you find yourself locked out in MK

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