Secure Your Home In The Dark Winter Nights As the nights grow longer and winter descends, sadly, homes are often more vulnerable to burglaries. The early darkness provides cover for intruders, and the holiday season, with its travel and shopping sprees, makes many homes prime targets. However, by taking a...
1 Star Anti-Snap v 3 Star Anti-Snap Locks
1 Star Locks v 3 Star Locks. The last 12 months have been quite chaotic for Pentland Locksmith Services. It all began in March last year when a group of local car thieves went on a 2-week lock-snapping spree, targeting homes across Midlothian. Just as we were about to leave for...
Top Security Tips Every Homeowner Should Know
Top security tips every homeowner should know. With the rise in property crimes throughout Midlothian and East Lothian, it's essential to take proactive measures to protect your home, family and pets. Approximately 8,500 residential breakings were reported in Scotland during 2022. That is around 1 housebreaking an hour being reported...
Why changing your locks on your new home is important
Why changing your locks on your new home is important. Moving into a new home is an exciting milestone, but it's important not to overlook essential security. With over 22,900 built-in Scotland last year, a large proportion of those have landed in Midlothian. One crucial step is replacing the locks...
The Scourge of Lock Snapping in Midlothian
Understanding Lock Snapping The Scourge of Lock Snapping in Midlothian. Lock snapping is a worrying trend that has been causing homeowners significant distress. This technique involves using force to snap the lock cylinder, allowing burglars to gain easy access to properties. While not a new phenomenon, it has seen a...