Expert Locksmith In Norwich

Having worked in the locksmith in Norwich industry for almost 25 years, you tend to forget all the little things that can go wrong due to lack of knowledge. I am starting to see these mistakes being made by other newbie locksmith in Norwich but instead of making the mistakes on the bench whilst serving a genuine apprenticeship they are doing these mistakes on customers doors/windows etc..  This is the problem with the one or two day locksmith in Norwich courses, they show you how to do certain things but not what to do when they don't work or go wrong. This is the real skill of a locksmith in Norwich, you are going to come across a lock that you can't pick from time to time so you have to drill and pick. Does the newbie locksmith in Norwich have the confidence or even the skill required to open the lock by drilling but doing it in such away that nobody can see its been drilled? Probably not and are you willing to take the chance when doors can cost anything from £200-£2000 to replace. I have seen a lot of sash locks fitted without the striker plates, nice and easy for the locksmith in Norwich who has fitted them not so good when you get broken into and find out you may not be covered by your insurance company because the locks were not fitted properly. Another issue which drives me crazy is the laziness of some of these locksmith in Norwich. They upgrade your lock to a British Standartd lock but then don't change the striker plate on the door frame, a waste of time upgrading your lock if you don't change the striker plate. A good locksmith in Norwich should know that everything supplied in the box with a BS 3621 sash or deadlock MUST be fitted. That means every screw that is supplied and the striker plate. Even if there is a British Standard striker plate on the frame already it should be changed.

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At PT lock and Safe we pride ourselves on our lock fitting skills. We make sure that no matter how busy the locksmith in Norwich  is he still install every part of the lock that is included in the pack to make sure that in the event of any burgulary you can have complete confidence that your insurance company can have no reason not to cover you. We also have all ther latest equipment to aid lock fitting when there is only just enough room to install the lock. Use PT Lock and Safe with complete confidence that you are using the best locksmith in Norwich.

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Locked Out In Norwich

Have you ever been locked out in Norwich? A lot of my customers say the most frustrating thing is finding a locksmith in Norwich who is a genuine twenty four hour locksmith. Although a lot of the locksmith in Norwich advertise they are twenty four hour locksmith incase you get locked out in Norwich they are always unable or not prepared to attend sites out of hours. The other technique used is that they are priced so high that it is cheaper to break a window. I do not call that a twenty four hour locksmith service. Why advertise you are twenty four hours when you are not. At PT Lock and Safe we offer a genuine twenty four hour service for when you are locked out in Norwich and we work from a set price list, so you can be sure you are not being ripped off just because we don't want to get out of bed to open your door.

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Just last night I was contacted by a customer who had lost the keys to his house and was locked out in Norwich, he wanted me to meet him at his house at 9pm. He asked this like it would be a problem, not at all. I arrived a few minutes early and when he came home from work he was very pleased to see me. I quickly picked open his front door lock so he was no longer locked out in Norwich. He asked if I could look at his back door lock whilst I was there. If it had been operable he wouldn't have been locked out in Norwich. I repaired the back door at no extra cost and went on home. I know if that customer ever gets locked out in Norwich again he will call us. Nothing left to do except wait for that next customer who is unlucky enough to get locked out in Norwich

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If you are looking for a Locksmith in Norwich then look no further for you have found us. With over 25 years experience in the security industry you can rest assured what ever your problem we have seen it before. Whether you cannot open your safe , front or back door, need a new lock fitted or maybe you have just moved house and need the locks changed by a locksmith in Norwich we can help and it's not as expensive as you might think. With more than one locksmith in Norwich we can usually attend to your needs within 20 minutes of your call if it's an emergency. We always try to keep a locksmith in Norwich for any emergency call outs, such as not being able to open your shops lock or maybe close the safe last thing at night. All calls are answered by a genuine locksmith in Norwich and completed by an employed locksmith in Norwich, no sub contractors are used. We find this is the best way to ensure the quality of our work remains at the highest possible standard. Why not check out what our customers have to say about us at Norfolk Trusted Trader. Our reviews speak for themselves! All of our locksmith in Norwich have been Police vetted and have been CRB checked  to help give you peace of mind.    

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PT Lock and safe cover all of locksmith Norfolk. We are not a call centre based in another part of the country and then sub contracting the work to un-vetted locksmith Norfolk. All of our locksmith Norolk are living and practicing their skills in and around Norfolk on a daily basis. Thats right we are always practicing to make sure we are the best locksmith Norfolk has to offer. We can pick open lock whether its a simple Yale lock or a complicated safe lock. We use all the latest tools and techniques attend as many of the trade shows and training courses as possible to make sure we stay ahead of the other locksmith Norfolk. The senior locksmith Norfolk has been practicing his trade for over 24 years, during this time he has travelled the world looking for new challenges and skill sets. We are proud to have him as our top engineer. there is not a lot he hasn't seen within the security industry. Our other locksmith Norfolkvary in the length of time they have been practicing but emphasis has been placed on quality not speed, ensuring that you the customer receive fantastic value for money and a high standard of work. So you can rest assured that whichever one of our locksmith Norfolk turn up to complete your job they have acheived the exacting standards required by us.

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So whether you need a Locksmith Norfolk to open a lock or safe, install new door locks or window locks we gaurentee that we offer unrivalled service within Norfolk. Maybe you would like one of our locksmith Norfolkto give you one of our free security surveys to make sure you and your families possesions are protected. With the dartk nights setting in and christmas fast approaching thieves are on the prowel looking for a soft target. Don't let it be you. Call now to book a site secrity survey with the best locksmith Norfolk has to offer.

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We have all the latest tools and stay up to date with all the latest training to make sure we are the best locksmith in Bristol. I personally love to pick mortice locks getting my best success using the multi gauge pick designed by Chris Belcher, one of the prominent figures in the locksmithBristol world, His wife as I understand was born in Norfolk so Chris apparently has a soft spot for locksmith in Bristol. My Favourite lock to pick is the ERA Fortress, some locksmith in Bristol fear this lock but once you understand the lock picking it becomes fairly simple. A locksmith in Kings Lynn told me the best way was to take a reading from the belly of the lever by turning your pick wire as if you were going to lock the mortice lock and that if it turns to a certain angle then its a high lift and anything else is a low lift. This seemed to work really well for him, however I wasn't getting so much success using this technique. Being an investigative locksmith in Bristol I decide to take the lock apart to study the lever pack. What I found after taking numerous locks apart was something that I thought would make it very easy to pick. Unfortunately this wasn't the case but I persevered and eventually developed a technique that works more than it doesn't. So now whenever I come across a lock that I struggle to pick I just go to my wholesale supplier and get them to send a load of that type of lock to this locksmith in Bristol, take them apart and study the lever packs to see if I can find something which will aid me in my attempts to pick future locks.

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As a Warrant Locksmith in Bristol it is very important that we are able to pick locks rather than drill them for lots of reasons. Mainly so it avoids any confrontation with an upset person who has had a meter fitted to their property without their consent but also because it is quicker ( usually ) and there is no confusion as to whether the locks security has been compromised. Other locksmith in Norwich either don't take the pride in their work or simply just don't care whether they are able to pick these locks or not. Well this locksmith in Norwich takes it personally if I can't pick the lock! Should a locksmith in Bristol be able to pick locks? Well this locksmith in Bristol thinks so. So if you ever get locked out and the locksmith in Bristol who turns up jumps out of his van with a drill in his hand, tell him to get back in his van and call for us, the best locksmith in Norwich.

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10 Minute Safe Opening In Norwich

The customer a well known acountancy firm in Norwich, were looking to move premises but had lost the key to their safe. They called a safe opening Norwich locksmith who quoted them a lot of money without even identifying the safe. They also had the dilema of what to do with the safe which was no longer required. They asked the safe opening locksmith to go ahead and open the unit but he never turned up. They just happened to see one of our vans on the Prince of Wales Road and decided to give us a try. We attended site within two hours of the original call to identify the unit and give a quoted price. The next day the customer called us back and asked us to proceed with the safe opening in Norwich and how quickly could we attend. We recieved the call at 9.30am and arrived on site at 12.25.

Safe opening In Norwich Completed By 12.40

So I unloaded my tools and lock pick from the van, RB Locktools 7 guage two in one pick and proceeded to the safe. The safe had a seven lever lock fitted with false notches to give protection against lock picking. Before I started the safe opening in Norwich I removed the escutcheon cover from the safe so it didn't hinder my lock picking. I put my pick into the lock and moved through the lever pack to see what kind of feel I would get. I immedialtley got caught caught on the false notches. I backed of the tension and raked through the lever pack again the same thing happened again. With really light tension I tried once more and started to get a bit of feeling from the lock, I felt the bolt of the lock jump back a bit and could feel which levers were picked and which were caught in the false notches. I jumped the three levers which were on false notches and the safe opening in Norwich was complete. The two ladies who had been watching me were very impressed and wanted to split the proceeds of the contents of the safe with me. Unfortunately as with many safe opening in Norwich it was empty. It always creates a bit of a buzz when you open a safe and before I knew it I think the whole staff had been down into the basment to see the opened safe. It wasn't long before the owner came down. He was very impressed and we know who he will call first next when he needs a safe opening in Norwich.

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Locked Out! Call A Locksmith In Norwich

Whether you lose your keys or maybe the lock will not open, what do you do? Force the door open and maybe damage the door beyond repair possibly hurting yourself in the process. Then you still have the problem of securing your premises after you have gained entry.l What about smashing a window, have you seen the cost of getting a window re-glazed and you still have the problem of securing the window and it could take a few days to get the new glass made to size. Why not just call a locksmith in Norwich to open your door swiftly and causing no damage at a fraction of the cost. If you have lost your keys you may also want to get the lock changed, a locksmith in Norwich should carry a wide range of locks on their vans to cover all the locks on the market. Meaning that whatever the time of day or night you can get your door opened professionally and the locked changed at a reasonable rate and your property is secure imediatley.

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At PT Lock & Safe locksmith in Norwich we offer a very competetive price for lock-outs and if you check out our google place page you can  get further discounts by downloading or printing  our deal of the month. We can offer these deals as we have the best trained locksmith in Norwich who just love their jobs and can't wait to help people who are locked out of their home or business. So If you are unlucky enough to get locked out of your home don't spend the night in your car or break down the door give your locksmith in Norwich a call. We offer fast response times often 20 minutes or less depending on your location. Make sure you put our telephone number in your mobile phone so you get the best locksmith in Norwich when you need us.

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When you need a locksmith in Norwich, look for special offers on our Google Place Page you never know it could save you money. We feel it is important to give our customers good value for money so we run special offers through our google place page. We are the locksmith in Norwich who will help to keep the cost down to a minimum without compromising the security of your home. This months offer is on our page already. Just print it out or show us the ad on your mobile phone and the locksmith Norwich will apply the discount to your job. It as easy as that!

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Not all Locksmith in Norwich are prepared to offer a genuine 24 hour service. We feel it is important to offer this service as you never know when you might get locked out in Norwich. All of our locksmith in Norwich have received specialist training, using all the latest techniques and tools making our job easier and therefore more affordable for you. So if you are unlucky enough to be locked out or your house broken into and you need a locksmith in Norwich. Give us a call and we will be there in a flash. PT Lock & Safe Locksmith in Norwich covering all of Norfolk and Suffolk.

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Locksmith In Norwich Combination Locks

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Combination locks have been in use for over 100 years and in countries such as America, they are the most common safe lock in use. The British and European markets have always favoured the traditional keylocks, but with the advent of electronic locks, this trend has begun to change in recent years. (You can find out more regarding electronic locks by clicking on the relevant sub menu).

An introduction to using combination locks by a Locksmith in Norwich

These instructions have been put together from experience by our locksmith in Norwich and are general guidelines only.  It is ALWAYS recommended that ANY changes made to codes, either electronic or mechanical, are done with the door of the safe or container OPEN and preferably in the earlier part of the day to ensure that a locksmith in Norwich can be sought if necessary.

Please read the instructions carefully before operating the lock or proceding with changing the combination. There are two marks on the dial ring (see drawing). The mark at the top (the opening index) is used for opening the lock. The index 30° to the left is used only when changing the combination. The dial should always be turned slowly and evenly. A Revolution is counted each time the selected number is aligned with the opening index.

Do not turn the dial back to compensate for overdialing a number. If, when dialling the combination, any number is turned beyond the opening index, the entire sequence must be repeated from the start. If you have any problems opening or changing your combination call a locksmith in Norwich immediatley.

3 Wheel combination locks

Opening the 3 wheel combination lock. These 3 wheel locks are made by a number of manufacturers and common factory settings are
50-25-50
10-20-30
50

To unlock on a 3 number combination (For Example 50-25-50)
1. Turn dial to the LEFT stopping when 50 is aligned with the opening index, the FOURTH time.
2. Turn the dial to the RIGHT stopping when 25 is aligned with the opening index, the THIRD time.
3. Turn the dial to the LEFT stopping when 50 is aligned with the opening index, the SECOND time.
4. Turn the dial slowly to the RIGHT until the bolt retracts.

To lockTurn dial to the LEFT at least four full revolutions.

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Setting a 3 wheel combination lock
WARNING: Never remove the lock case cover or attempt to insert the change key with the lock case cover removed. This should only be attempted by a locksmith in Norwich. Before turning the change key make sure the wing of the key is fully inserted into the lock.

Changing The Combination

Select three new numbers. For technical reasons, we strongly recommend you DO NOT use any number between 95 and 20 for the last number. For maximum security, try not to use numbers that end in 0 or 5, and do not use numbers in sequence such as 35-36-37. Also 27-48-56 is not as good as 56-27-48

1. Dial the existing combination on the opening index (see steps 1-2-3 above or directions for opening when on factory setting). Open door of container and throw the bolts using the handle.
2. Dial the existing combination again, this time to the changing index. Only use steps 1-2-3 in other words, do not turn the lock as if you were going to open the safe.
3. With the last number set at the changing index, hold the dial securely and insert the change key in the keyhole in the back of the lock. Make sure the wing is entirely inside the lock and comes to a positive stop (see picture above) before turning the key.
4. Turn the key one-quarter turn to the LEFT (see picture above). With the change key in this position, set the new combination as follows: turn the dial to the LEFT, stopping when the first number of the new combination aligns with the changing index the FOURTH time.
5. Turn dial to the RIGHT stopping when the second number is aligned with the changing index, the THIRD time.
6. Turn the dial to the LEFT, stopping when the third number is aligned with the changing index, the SECOND time. Holding the dial in this position, turn the change key back to the RIGHT and remove it. (See Figure 2). The new combination you have chosen is now set in the lock.

CAUTION: BEFORE CLOSING THE UNIT try the new combination several times using your new combination or you may need to call a locksmith in Norwich. 

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Locksmith In Norwich Can Pick Locks

In this day and age with locksmith training courses readily available to anybody who wants to become a locksmith in Norwich and promises of huge returns its easy to see why the art of picking open locks is being lost. Most of these locksmith courses last one to two days and cover the easiest way to open a lock which is using a book, template, drill and drill bits and a screw driver. The book enables them to identify the lock, the template shows them where to drill, the drill well does the drilling and the screw driver forces the levers until the lock is open. Inevitably you need a new lock you also have a hole in your door which I have seen a bright red door repaired with white decorators mate, not really the look the owner was expecting, if your lucky they will put a repair escuctheon to cover their tracks. To me these guys are not locksmith in Norwich. A locksmith in Norwich won't need a book or template he will just use his favourite lockpick. Leaving no trace that the lock has been picked open.

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At PT Lock and Safe we put great emphasis on non destructive entry as we call it in the trade. Lots of work hours are put into becoming the best lock picking locksmith in Norwich. All the engineers practice lockpicking on their downtime and some enjoy it so much that it has become a hobby and they do it in their own time. Lock identification is not done from a book its information that is gathered over time and just the sheer number of locks worked on.  Lock picking is a skill that cannot be learnt and perfected on a one or two day course, it takes hours and hours of practice in your own time before you can really call yourself a lock picking locksmith in Norwich. So remember if you have a lock that needs to be opened, call PT Lock and Safe locksmith in Norwich.

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Thinking Of Being A Locksmith In Norwich

The Training Periods and why people decide to become locksmiths

Training to be a locksmith in Norwich is a fun and relatively easy thing to do. Like in any business it takes a lot of dedication and hard work however those who do so can build a successful and enjoyable business in the future.

People decide to train as a locksmith in Norwich for all sorts of different reasons. Some decide that they want to become a locksmith Norwich on a full time basis, others may already be in a trade and want to train as a locksmith to add to their skills portfolio whereas some people may find that locksmith skills assist them in their current occupation such as maintenance workers or social housing contractors.

Doing a short training course is an affordable and convenient way for most people to enter the locksmith trade. Many 2 or 3 day courses will show you the skills needed to operate as a general locksmith however the best way you will improve is to practice and further hone your skills and through experience of doing locksmith work.

Types of Work Locksmith in Norwich Carry Out

A general locksmith in Norwich will carry out all kinds of work on both residential and commercial properties. Many new to the trade probably have the impression that most of a locksmiths time is spent picking open doors and dealing with endless lock outs. In reality a lot of work is straight forward lock changes and dealing with faulty locks and mechanisms but not where the customer is physically locked out. Some customers want locks changing due to a security issue, to upgrade locks or to have a faulty or sticking lock repaired.

Gaining Entry using Non Destructive Techniques

A good locksmith training course should teach students how to open a lock using a non destructive method. There are several reasons for this. The obvious one is that a non destructive method saves the lock and does away with the need for the locksmith Norwich to change the lock. However even if the customer has a need for the lock to be changed then a non destructive entry method is still a more favourable option. Locks can be rebuilt so that a new set of keys can be used with it. Also if a destructive method of entry is used then this increases the likelihood that damage could occur to a door or property. In some cases a destructive method of entry is necessary in the case of a faulty lock or in an emergency. However a good locksmith in Norwich should apply his sense and know how to decide on the best course of action on a particular job.

The Cost of Becoming a Locksmith

Anyone seeking to start a career as a locksmith in Norwich will have certain costs to meet in order to get into the locksmith trade. In the first instance there is the cost of training to be a locksmith, in many cases this can be relatively cheap compared to other trades and training courses. Tools are also clearly a necessary purchase any newly trained locksmith needs to make. Again the cost of tools is relatively low and should always retain a decent value in the future.

A good locksmith training course or school will provide students with a list of the best tools to purchase once they have completed their training and are ready to work as a locksmith.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why become a locksmith In Norwich ?

Training as a locksmith can be a very rewarding career and has the potential to open up many avenues of work. It is also perfect for individuals who want a change from office based work and want to experience a career that takes them out and about.

What sort of work will I be doing?

People locked out of their property is an obvious thought for many people considering becoming a locksmith however many other common jobs will be straight forward lock changes, dealing with faulty doors, security upgrades and many other lines of work many of which will become clear on our training courses.

Are there long working hours?

Hours can vary depending on the frequency and type of jobs. Many locksmiths make themselves available on a 24 Hour basis so you should be prepared to work in the day or night. Also different types of advertising will tend to attract different sorts of work.

How much can I earn?

The earnings potential for locksmiths is very great however it all comes down to the hours that you are prepared to put in. Like in all businesses you need to put in the effort and determination required to succeed and those who do can reap the rewards.

Can I work from home?

Many locksmiths choose to operate on a mobile basis and therefore only require a van. This can be used to carry all your locksmith tools and equipment and stock. Key cutting machines can also be installed thereby enabling a locksmith to offer many of the services of a key cutters shop but without the overheads.

Do I need to be CRB checked?

Although the locksmith industry is not regulated, many private locksmith associations and clubs will require a CRB check for those wishing to join. The Toplocksmiths Association requires all members take a CRB check prior to being accepted as a member.

Are locksmith apprenticeships available?

In reality very few companies offer locksmith apprenticeships. The best method of entry into the trade is to train as a locksmith in Norwich and set up your own business or work in partnership.

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Trusted Locksmith In Norwich

For over twenty years I have been servicing and opening locks in Norwich. Whether it has been safe locks or door locks I have never failed to open the lock. What more can you ask for, exceptional customer care and an eye for detail are what sets us above the rest. I am happy to say "us" as the team has now increased to three. I think that says a lot about our Locksmith Norwich service that we are expanding when other locksmith in Norwich are struggling to stay in business. We have become trusted members of lots of different communities happy to offer advice and pass on years of experience at no cost to the customer. Our goal is to make you feel as safe whilst in your house as your house is when your not there, an area often over looked. A type of crime which is very popular during the summer months- you are in the back garden enjoying the sunshine when you hear a knock at the front door. You walk through to answer the door where you will be kept talking. Whilst this is going on an accomplice has entered through your back garden through the open back door and is looking for a handbag or something valuable to steel. You may not even realise you've been robbed for a few hours. As professional locksmith in Norwich we can give you advice and pass on some of our customers experiences to hopefully prevent the same crime happening to you. We come into contact with lots of people who have been unfortunate and suffered at the hands of these criminals and are happy to spread the word.

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We are also members of Norfolk Trusted trader scheme so you can read what our customers say about us. This is a very good way to make sure you get the best locksmith in Norwich. What better people to review locksmith in Norwich than the people who have used them. So If you need a lock opened or maybe a safe opening or even just some helpful advice call us at PT Lock and safe helpful and friendly locksmith in Norwich.

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Locked Out In Norwich

Okay so most of us have done it at some stage in our lives, its embarrassing and yes we feel stupid but you won't be the first and you certainly won't be the last to be locked out in Norwich. Its easily done and not so easy to rectify yourself. Whether its your car, house, caravan, safe or office a simple pull o9f the door, the sudden realisation your keys are on top of a box or on your desk, everything is in slow motion as you watch the door close, a lot more quickly than usual it appears and bang you're locked out in Norwich! I admit I've done it twice so far but I put it down to the shear number of keys I have to deal with, that's my excuse and I'm sticking to it. The first was when I was seventeen and still living at home, it wasn't that I'd lost my keys or locked myself out I just hadn't taken my keys to work with me. That didn't normally matter because Mum and Dad where usually there but that day I went home for lunch and guess what that's right they were both out, leaving me locked out in Norwich. I did have my lock picks with me and soon managed to open the door so no real problem just an inconvenience. The second time was slightly more embarrassing, I drove to a job for a landlord and during a trip back to my van, left my keys on the side and shut the side door. Locked out in Norwich again!

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Luckily I'm in the right trade to get myself out of the situation unfortunately my tools where inside the van. A quick phone call to one of the other engineers and surprisingly quickly my spare keys turned up, accompanied by a rather smiley employee. I still haven't lived down that particular time I was locked out in Norwich. So what should you do to help prevent being locked out in Norwich, Well you could make sure that there is more than 1 key for a start, safe keys can be expensive to get duplicated but if you lose the only key you have trust me it's a lot more expensive to get your safe opened. You could try hiding a key outside but criminals are aware of this so beware. A trusted neighbour or family member who lives close perhaps. Don't leave a window open or latched as this could invalidate your insurance. Maybe get a key chain or better still create a habit of always putting your keys in the same place and before long you just always remember to get your keys. Before the situation arises know your local reputable locksmith in Norwich. Make sure he attends to people who are locked out in Norwich.  If you do get locked out in Norwich we are happy to help.

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History Of Locks Locksmith In Norwich

Securing one's property has long been a concern of people throughout the world as well as locksmith in Norwich. Beyond hiding the objects or constantly guarding them the most frequently used option is to secure them with a device, these can be provided by a locksmith in Norwich. Early solutions included knots to either detect, like the Thief knot, or hamper, like the Gordian Knot. Historians are unsure where the first lock was invented, but evidence suggests that locks initially developed independently in the Egyptian, Greek, and Roman civilizations. Wooden locks and keys were in use as early as 4,000 years ago in Assyria. The first known lock with a key is a pin lock. The lock is strung on a rope hanging out of a hole in a door. A cylinder of wood with a hole drilled through its axis is the key, the length of the cylinder being the critical factor. The key is inserted into the hole and the bolt is pushed the correct distance. To lock the door the rope was pulled to extract the key cylinder, simultaneously pulling the bolt closed. This type of lock is still in use in certain parts of the world. Puerto Rico still uses this system. A disadvantage of this lock is that a vandal can push the rope into the hole — an ancient equivalent of putting glue into a lock a problem encountered by locksmith in Norwich.

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Next, the warded lock was invented in China. In the Middle Ages, it came to Europe. This lock is still used in modern times when the security required is not high and cost is a significant factor see your locksmith in Norwich for this type of lock.. This lock has become the most recognisable lock/key design in the Western world. Lock puzzles were used to obscure the locking mechanism or even provide a non-functioning lock for the thief to waste time on.In the early 1900s a wooden pin lock with a wood key was discovered in Egypt and is believed to have been used in 250 b.c.
Early improvements in pin locks included increasing the number of pins to increase security, and changing the orientation of the pins to allow the key to provide the unlocking force instead of a rope, thus establishing the principles of the modern pin tumbler lock. Article taken from wikipedia locksmith in Norwich. It is important a locksmith in Norwich knows the history of locks.

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Lock Picking Locksmith In Norwich

Lock picking is the art of unlocking a lock by analyzing and manipulating the components of the lock device, without the original key. Although lock picking can be associated with criminal intent, it is an essential skill for a locksmith in Norwich. Lock picking is the ideal way of opening a lock without the correct key, while not damaging the lock, allowing it to be rekeyed for later use, which is especially important with antique locks that would be impossible to replace if destructive entry methods were used unlike the methods employed by Locksmith in Norwich.
The move towards combination locks for high security items such as safes was intended to remove the weakest part of the lock: its keyhole.

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In normal situations it is almost always easier to gain access by some means other than lock picking unless you're a good locksmith in Norwich; most common locks can be quickly and easily opened using a drill, bolt cutters, padlock shim, a bump key or a hydraulic jack. The hasp, door, or fixture they are attached to can be cut, broken, unscrewed or otherwise removed, windows can be broken etc. Therefore a lock that offers high resistance to picking by a locksmith in Norwich does not necessarily make unauthorized access more difficult, but will make surreptitious unauthorized access more difficult. Locks are often used in combination with alarms to provide layered security.
Some people enjoy picking locks recreationally as well as locksmith in Norwich. This may also be referred to as Locksport.
Lock pick kits can be purchased openly via the Internet. Many different selections are present. Nine-piece sets and a 32-piece set equipped with a Pick Gun(an automated bump key) for example differ in value and price greatly. However, many lock pickers state that for most simple locks, a basic set of five picks (or even a single pick) is enough; therefore it is unnecessary to carry around a wide variety of professional lock picks. Lockpicks can also be improvised from common items, or machined at home with relative ease. This is also the case with warded locks.
The process of picking pin/tumbler and wafer locks is concerned with causing the two sets of pins (upper or driver pins and bottom pins) to separate such that the cylinder will turn. The point at which the pins properly separate when the lock is unlocked is called the shearline.
This type represents the vast majority of American and European domestic locks, the UK being an exception where lever locks are generally a requirement for home insurance. A different tool set (such as the Hobbs pick) is required for more complex locks which are not easily fabricated. Talk to your locksmith in Norwich to find out the hardest lock to pick.

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Locksmith In Norwich Impression Keys

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Key Impressioning is a clandestine method that produces a working key for a target lock without disassembling the lock or using other decoding methods such as "reading" to decipher the combination of the lock. Often a preferred method by a locksmith in Norwich.
Impressioning has two alternatives: Straight Key Copying and Key Manipulation
The first way is called Key copying, where a mould of a working key is prepared and an effort is made to produce a key exactly like the one you have. This method is also known as key duplication. The only hitch is that you must have access to the original key from which to make a mould from.

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In Key Manipulation, a blank key is used to maneuver lock components to determine their proper positions. Then the key is moved to generate marks on the blank. Once the marks are found, the places on the blank which have marks are then filed. It takes an experienced Locksmith In Norwich to read the marks.
Sometimes in some unusual situations there may be a need to have to open the lock for which one does not originally have a key, and this is the time when the "manipulation" technique comes in handy.
A locksmith in Norwich can open a lock without the hassle of picks or tension levers by using these methods.
No special skills or tools are required for a locksmith in Norwich; expensive key-cutting machines can make the job easier but a simple metal file also yields the same outcome. Really it depends of the type of lock you're trying to unlock, what you are trying to achieve, your time restrictions, and whether you are a good key impressioning locksmith in Norwich.
These methods work best on pin tumber, warded and lever type locks and their variations, although with correct adjustments, this method can be used on many more types of locks. You just need to practice to become the best locksmith in Norwich.

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How To Fit A Mortice Lock Locksmith Norwich

A simple Mortie lock can be an effective burglary deterrent. Our Locksmith Norwich expert shows how to fit a mortice lock to protect your property.

You will need

1 battery drill some drill bits, most importantly flat woodcutting bits 1 mortice lock kit which includes: 1 lock body and key 1 strike plate 1 face plate 1 key cover some screws 1 chisel 1 tape measure 1 pencil 1 hammer some masking tape some sandpaper 1 dustpan and brush in case of any mess

1. Step 2: Mark the lock position

   Decide on a height for your lock. Hold the lock flat against the door edge at your chosen height, and draw around it with your pencil. Use your tape measure to find the centre point on the side of the door. Mark it with a pencil and draw a longer vertical line through the point.

2. Step 3: Select a drill bit

   Select a flat drill bit that is roughly 2mm or 1/16th inch thicker than the lock body. This will ensure a comfortable fit. Hold the lock against the drill bit. Use the masking tape to mark the depth of the lock on the bit, and attach it to the drill.

3. Step 4: Drill

   Before you start drilling, remember your drill safety. Put on your goggles. Make sure all loose items of clothing, jewellery and hair are tucked away. Clear the area of any potential hazards and find a steady standing position. Safety first for a Locksmith in Norwich
   You may want to wedge the door open to help steady your drilling.
   
   Start just beneath your top pencil mark and drill a series of overlapping holes down to your bottom pencil outline. Drill to the depth marked and take care to keep the bit horizontal and square to the door edge.

4. Step 5: Straighten up the edges

   Before you pick up your chisel, remember your chisel safety. Make sure that you are wearing safety goggles and clear the area of potential hazards. Find a steady position and remember to watch your fingers when you do start chiseling. If your not carfeul you'll be a three fingered locksmith in Norwich. 
   
   Firstly clear out any wood chippings with the chisel. Then use your chisel to tidy up the edges of the mortice recess so that the mortice will fit. Keep the flat edge of the chisel facing outwards as you work and chisel to the depth of the recess. Scrape out any woodchips.

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5. Step 6: Mark the face plate

   Now slide the lock into the recess and place the face plate over it. Draw around it.

6. Step 7: Make a recess for the face plate

   Begin by making a series of cuts on the edges of your pencil outline. Now chisel out the rest of the recess. Be careful, because if you chisel out too large a recess, it will be difficult to correct.
   If you don't feel confident contact your local locksmith in Norwich.
   Keep testing the fit to see that the face plate lies flush with the door.

7. Step 8: Mark the key holes

   Hold the lock against the face of the door so that the plate is flush with the door edge. Mark through the key hole with your pencil, and then do the same on the other side of the door.

8. Step 9: Drill the key holes

   Select a drill bit that is a little larger than the key hole, and insert it into your drill.
   
   Remember your drill safety. A Blind locksmith in Norwich isn't any good to anyone.
   
   Drill along one pencil line through to the lock recess. Repeat this on the other side of the door.

9. Step 10: Test the key hole

   Insert the mortice into its recess and check that the key works smoothly.

10. Step 11: Attach the face plate

    You may want to drill small pilot holes for these screws, but in most cases you can just drill them straight in.

11. Step 12: Fit keyhole cover

    Hold the key hole over the key hole and drill it into place. Repeat on the other side of the door.

12. Step 13: Mark the bolt position on the frame

    Turn the key to extend the bolt. Push the door to, and draw around the bolt on the frame.

13. Step 14: Mark the strike plate position

    Measure the distance between the inside edge of the door and the strike plate. Mark this measurement on the door frame. Align the strike plate with the pencil line you have just made. The bolt recess must be positioned according to the marks on the edge of the frame. Draw in and around the strike plate.

14. Step 15: Cut bolt and strike plate recesses

    Remember your chisel safety. Following your marks, chisel out a hole for the bolt. First cut around your pencil outline, then chisel out the recess. Check the fit of the bolt in the recess.
    
    Then chisel out a shallow recess for the strike plate so that it lies flush with the door frame. Be careful not to chisel too deep a recess as this will be hard to undo. Keep testing the pate until it fits snugly.

15. Step 16: Attach the strike plate

    Remember your drill safety. Drill the strike plate into the frame.

16. Step 17: Test

    Now test your handy work. Check that the door closes easily and that the key turns smoothly. You're as good as a locksmith in Norwich.

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Locksmith In Norwich Training

There are several skills that are prerequisites to becoming a professional locksmith in Norwich; excellent manual dexterity, an interest in mechanical and electronic gadgetry, good communications/public relations, maths and possibly some carpentry skills are all assets for a good locksmith in Norwich.

However, to be a locksmith in Norwich is one career that will keep your interest because there is a constant need for Continued Professional Development. This is due to the continuous development of new products; these require new perception and techniques on the part of the locksmith in Norwich. A locksmiths craft is very diverse as there are also many specialist fields; some locksmith in Norwich will have a business that covers some of these fields; some businesses will specialise in one area.

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Often your local locksmith in Norwich may be able to offer you work as an “apprentice” (although there is no formal apprenticeships in locksmithing). An other way to gain an understanding of the industry is to attend a BLI General Locksmith in Norwich  Course at MLA’s Training Centre.

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Locksmith Norwich

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Historically, locksmith in Norwich actually made the entire lock, working for hours hand cutting screws and doing much file-work. Today, the rise of cheap mass production means that this is no longer true, and, though a few expert locksmith in Norwich are also engineers and capable of sophisticated repairs and renovation work, the vast majority of locks are repaired by swapping of parts or like-for-like replacement, or upgraded to modern mass-production items. Until more recently, safes and strongboxes were the exception to this, and to this day large vaults are custom designed and built at great cost, as the cost of this is lower than the very limited scope for mass production would allow, and the risk of a copy being obtained and defeated as practice is removed.

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Although fitting of keys to replace lost keys to automobiles and homes and the changing of keys for homes and businesses to maintain security are still an important part of locksmithing, locksmith in Norwich today are primarily involved in the installation of higher quality lock-sets and the design, implementation and management of keying and key control systems. Most locksmith in Norwich also do electronic lock servicing, such as making keys for transponder-equipped vehicles and the implementation and application of access control systems protecting individuals and assets for many large institutions.
In terms of physical security, locksmith in Norwich work frequently involves making a determination of the level of risk to an individual or institution and then recommending and implementing appropriate combinations of equipment and policies to create "security layers" which exceed the reasonable gain to an intruder or attacker. The more different security layers are implemented, the more the requirement for additional skills and knowledge and tools to defeat them all. But because each layer comes at an expense to the customer, the application of appropriate levels without exceeding reasonable costs to the customer is often very important and requires a skilled and knowledgeable locksmith in Norwich to determine.

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Safe Opening In Norwich

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The combination lock remains the number-one method for securing a safe door. There are a variety of combination locks available. Combination locks for safes are divided into two classifications: Group 1 and Group 2.
Group 2 combination locks are the most common type found on home safes today. They provide one-, two-, or three-number combinations.
Group 1 locks provide a greater degree of protection as they can offer combinations of up to six numbers. These locks are also sturdier, and have more wheels in the lock mechanism. This greatly reduces the probability of even a skilled professional safe Opening in Norwich.
Now, let's take a look at what happens inside a combination lock.
The central lock feature in a combination safe is the wheel pack; a collective set of devices that work together to 'know' the combination. While safe manufactures have come up with several variations on the wheel pack to deter cracking, they are all designed around the same principle to stop the safe opening in Norwich.

A wheel pack

The wheel pack comprises a combination dial that is attached to a spindle. Inside the lock, the spindle runs through several wheels and a drive cam. The number of wheels in a wheel pack is determined by how many numbers are in the combination - one wheel for each number. When you turn the dial, the spindle turns the drive cam. Attached to the drive cam is a drive pin. As the cam turns, the drive pin eventually makes contact with a small tab on the adjacent wheel called the wheel fly.
Each wheel has a wheel fly on each of its sides. The drive pin spins the first wheel until it makes contact with the wheel adjacent to it. This continues until all the wheels are spinning. This is known as picking up the wheels. Each wheel on the spindle has a notch cut into it. When the right combination is dialed, all the wheels and their notches line up perfectly. Which is what safe opening in Norwich engineers will try to do called manipulation.
Resting just above the wheels is the fence. The fence is a small metal bar attached to a lever. The fence prevents the safe door from being opened without the combination being dialed. It does this by resting on the wheels and blocking the path of the bolt that secures the safe door and stopping the safe opening in Norwich.
When all the wheels line up, their notches align to form a gap. The fence falls into this gap under the force of its own weight. With the fence gone, the bolt can slide freely past and the safe can be opened.

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When all the wheels in the wheel pack are in the correct position, their notches align to form a gap. Under the force of its own weight, the fence falls into the gap allowing the safe to be opened.Though this design is relatively straightforward, it is mighty in its simplicity. The wheel pack design has been used for almost 100 years and still proves difficult to overcome for even the most skilled safecracker. But, it is not fool-proof. In the next Blog we will take a look at the various ways safe Opening in Norwich engineers defeat this design.

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Skill Of A Locksmith In Norwich

Skills Of A Locksmith In Norwich

A locksmith in Norwich should be a highly skilled and adaptable trades person. He must be up to date with all the latest techniques being used by Locksmiths and burglars alike. Without the latest tools and techniques being used by the professional locksmith in Norwich  how can he be expected to open the lock without damage to the door. Likewise how can he recommend security measures if the latest methods being employed by burglars are not understood. One of the biggest assets of a locksmith in Norwich should be his patience and attention to detail, to be able to pick a lock can be likened to completing a complex puzzle. Modern locks contain 5 levers or more and most have anti-pick devices in-built to confuse or defeat the locksmith in Norwich. Not only must you determine the order to pick the levers but whether you have entered one of the anti-pick devices. Knowing the lock you are picking inside out is the best way to solve the puzzle and this can only be achieved with experience.

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A lot of time must be dedicated to stripping down and making keys to the different locks on the market, as I have found this to be the best way to really "Learn" a lock. Once this has been completed the locksmith in Norwich must apply this knowledge to defeat the locks and see if he can develop a technique that gives good results. Another skill a locksmith in Norwich should have is good carpentry skills as often they are asked to fit locks to wooden doors, windows or cupboards sometimes in listed buildings, so great care must be taken on installation of these products.. At PT Lock and Safe we place great emphasis on these skill sets to provide you the customer with the best locksmith in Norwich.

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Safe Opening In Norwich

Safe Cracking Or Safe Opening In Norwich

In the movies, master thieves and spies can deftly defeat a safe in a matter of seconds using little more than steady hands and a good ear. Safe opening in Norwich isn't really that easy of course, but expert safecrackers really can get through just about any lock mechanism. It's a matter of having the right tools, the right skills and plenty of patience.
In this blog, we'll examine the fundamentals of this rare skill and show you the ins and outs of safe opening in Norwich.
Despite the tried-and-true design of the safe, it contains a fundamental weakness: Every safe must be accessible to a safe openng Norwich locksmith or other authority in the event of a malfunction or lock-out. This weakness forms the basis of safeopening in Norwich.

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In order to understand safe opening in Norwich, you need to first understand the safe and the basic mechanisms that are used to protect it. Safes come in a variety of sizes and shapes that are specified for home or commercial use. Most safes fall into two categories: the fire safe and the burglary safe. The construction of a safe is specific to its intended function. Depending on the owner's needs, a safe may be wall-mounted, set into (and seemingly under) the floor or simply bolted to the ground.
Fire safes are reinforced with fire retardant materials but have little in the way of actual protection against unwanted entry. The typical burglary safe is built to withstand a considerable attack. But due to their reinforced steel frames and iron cladding, the burglary safe tends to act like an oven; effectively cooking the contents when exposed to heat or flame.
The most popular method of safecracking is to simply steal the entire safe and move it to a location where the safecracker has the time and tools to take the safe apart and remove its contents. However, when design or circumstances do not permit this, the safecracker must contend with the locking mechanism. We'll look at the locking mechanism in detail in the next blog. Article taken from HowStuffWorks. More information about Safe Opening Norwich soon.

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Key Impressioning Locksmith In Norwich

What is a key impressioning locksmith in Norwich? Well it's not a locksmith in Norwich who impersonates keys, it's a locksmith that makes keys to a lock without taking the lock apart or causing any damage to the lock. How is it done you might ask? Well frstly you need to find the correct key blank for the lock and make sure it enters the keyway. Step two is to blade the key blank, this involves taking a file and making it ready to accept the marks from the lock. Step three is to clamp the key blank into a clamping device such as vise grips or a dedicated key impressioning clamp. Insert the key blank into the lock and apply slight turning pressure whilst tilting the key blank up and down within the keyway of the cylinder lock. If you get everything just right you can just about see faint marks on the bladed key blank. Reading these marks is the real skill of a key impressioning locksmith in Norwich.

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Step four once you have filed where you believe to be the correct marks you go back to step three and continue this process removing small amounts of the key blank at a time until eventually the key turns in the lock. Step five is to duplicate the key you have made onto a new blank as during the impressioning you will have weakened the key and also because it won't look quite right. You may have to file the key you have duplicated to allow it to turn smoothly in the lock. A good locksmith in Norwich should have these skills and the correct tools for completing this type of task. Key impressioning is an ideal way to make keys to locks where it is not possible to easily take the lock apart or the lock may be riveted together or just in accessible. This type of locksmith in Norwich work is used a lot in the auto locksmith industry and also locksmiths in Australia and america use this technique rather than picking locks. PT Lock & Safe staying ahead of the other locksmith in Norwich.

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