How Can A Locksmith Help Schools?
While the main priority for schools is the safety and security of their students, teachers, other members of staff, and visitors, protecting the property from theft and damage is equally as important.
The windows and doors stop intruders from gaining access to the building. With that said, high-security locks must be fitted by professionals and keys must be kept in a secure place, preferably a key vault or safe.
Here our Newcastle locksmiths explain why it pays for schools to hire local locksmiths like ourselves.
Locksmith services for educational establishments
· Window and door security
When installing window and door locks at school, they should be easy to open, lock, and unlock from the inside. It’s also advised that they lock or unlock automatically during emergencies.
Another thing worth bearing in mind is small fingers. An experienced locksmith will make sure that doors are fitted with door guards and anti-finger trapping devices to prevent pupils (and staff) from getting their fingers caught.
· Window and door lock repairs
While it’s not uncommon for locks to break – usually as a result of general wear and tear, misuse, or an accident – not repairing a broken or damaged lock can put the entire school at risk.
Fortunately, locksmiths in Newcastle and beyond can identify the cause of the problem quickly. They are properly equipped to make the necessary adjustments in no time, whilst saving you the hassle and expense of a lock replacement.
· New lock installation
When locks become broken or obsolete, there’s a good chance you’ll need a locksmith to install new ones at your school. Similarly, if you can’t remember the last time you changed the locks or you’ve rotated staff, it’s worth upgrading to a more secure system.
Regardless of whether you want or need new locks, seeking advice from professional locksmiths can be helpful. Not only will they be able to advise you on whether your existing locks are up to the mark, but they can also recommend the best security solution for your needs and budget. Win-win.
· Key cutting
There are few things more frustrating than a key getting jammed in the lock, broken, or stolen. Having a spare for backup purposes can be a real boon, and that’s something our locksmiths in Newcastle can help with.
As experts in key cutting , our team can create a duplicate copy of an existing key for you to keep somewhere safe in case of an emergency. However, if you’ve lost your only key and don’t have a spare handy, we can cut a brand new one using our state-of-the-art machinery.
· Emergency lockouts
Left the house without picking up your work keys? Misplaced the key to the staff room? Tried to unlock the main door and got the key stuck in the lock?
Whilst you might consider breaking down the door, you’ll only end up injuring yourself and causing more damage than good. Instead, call for a professional locksmith. Not only do they have the required tools to unlock the door but they also know all the tricks in the book for ensuring minimal damage (e.g. lock picking, lock bumping, reprogramming, etc).
Need a locksmith for your school?
As leading Newcastle-based locksmiths, NLS Security regularly works with domestic and commercial clients in the North East and will be more than happy to help you.
Whether it be lock repairs, lock replacements, or rekeying, our team are fully accredited by MLA (Master Locksmiths Association) and guarantee a professional service every time.
To find out more about the locksmith services we provide for schools in the area, or to discuss your requirements with a specialist, get in touch.
Either call 0191 238 6000 or email info@nlssecurity.co.uk , and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.
