Lock Repairs & Upgrades/changes

Lock Repairs

Its not always needed to replace a broken lock, some times they just need some TLC. We carry a wide range of parts to repair broken or damaged locks. For example, gear boxes for double glazed door locks, lever packs for mortice locks and many more products.

Locks Changes or upgrades

Double Glazed Door Lock Repairs

Herne Bay Locks are experienced in multipoint locking system repairs and maintenance on UPVC, wooden, composite, and aluminium doors. Due to our years of experience in working with multipoint locking system, we are able to keep them maintained and keep your locks serviced. In the event of your multipoint lock failing, there is no need to worry as we carry a wide range of parts to repair and replace multipoint locks on our vans and in our shop in Herne Bay. air broken or damaged locks. For example, gear

Why do i need to change or upgrade my locks?

If you lose your keys, its always important to change the locks as they are not always found so your property is not secure. We always advise anyone that is moving into a new property to change the locks ASAP. As most of the time not all keys are handed over to the agents or buyers so anyone can still have access to the property without you knowing.

Upgrading your locks is very important to keep on top of, as having low rated locks on your door means your property is not as secure and in some cases it can mean you're not complying with home insurance specification.

Lock requirements for home insurance

Here are some helpful info for pick the right locks for your house.

The five lever mortice deadlock

Five lever mortice deadlocks come in a wide range, make sure you pick up one conforming to BS3621. This is essentially the same lock, but it conforms to current approved British standards. Some insurers will insist that you have a five-lever mortice deadlock BS3621 fitted to all outside windows and doors as part of their home insurance policy conditions.

Key operated multi-point locking system

For main doors, the SS312 Diamond approved cylinders are most likely to fit the requirements of your home insurance.

Night latches

A highly rated lock to keep your home secure would be an auto dead locking night latch that is approved to British Standards 3621.This night latch automatically deadlocks the door when it is closed.