Edwards Locksmiths & security

26/03/2025

Another break in near lickey hills
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15/03/2025

Ultion 3 star diamond cylinders upgrade on a beautiful house yesterday near Barnt Green
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12/03/2025

Blowtorch burglary is a type of crime where a blowtorch is used as a tool to break into a house or other property. This method involves using the intense heat of a blowtorch to melt through locks, doors, or windows, allowing the burglar to gain entry.
Lock on the right had an insurance approved anti snap cylinder and deterred the attempt
Make sure your door locks are up to standard
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10/03/2025

Even though the nights are getting lighter, burglars are still on the lookout for opportunities to take your possessions. If you’re heading out to visit family over Ramadan, be sure to lock away all jewellery, gold, and designer goods in a secure safe.

We’ve put together some advice to help keep you and your valuables safe.

Store valuables in a safe

One of the most effective ways to protect your valuables, such as gold, jewellery, and documents, is by investing in a home safe.

A fire-rated safe is highly recommended to ensure your items are protected in the event of a fire.

Additionally, choose a safety deposit box if you prefer storing your items outside of your home for enhanced security. Many items, including family heirlooms and precious metals, are ideal for safety deposit vaults, which remove the risks of keeping them on your premises.

While vaults offer increased security, it's essential to contact your insurance provider to determine how this might affect your policy and ensure they provide adequate cover.

Choose an accredited safe and secure enclosures

When selecting a home safe, ensure you check it is accredited by Secured by Design (SBD). SBD is the official police security initiative that works to improve the security of buildings and their immediate surroundings to provide safe places to live, work, shop and visit.

It’s important to position the safe appropriately. Avoid placing it in easily accessible or obvious locations like the bedroom, as burglars often check there first.

Move your safe away from any sliding doors, windows, or back doors. Bolt your safe to a wall or floor will significantly increase its security.

Do not conceal your safe in places with high traffic areas that are open to the outside world regularly such as garages, sheds, and side entrances.

Back to basics

Stop burglars in their tracks - check your doors, windows, and porches are locked.

Many home insurance policies will only cover you for burglaries if you've secured your property properly so don't leave doors unlocked or keys in sight. Some home insurance policies might even require a specific door lock so spend time reviewing your policy.

Most UPVC and composite doors use euro-cylinders. We recommend fitting 3-Star anti-snap cylinders.

We have seen a rise in car-key burglary and relay attacks across the West Midlands. Be sure to keep your keys in a signal-blocking pouch, and out of sight. If you have one, always secure a steering lock to deter burglars taking your vehicle.

07/03/2025

06/03/2025

Outside access device upgraded today with registered cylinder on village hall

28/04/2020

Edwards locksmiths still operating for emergencies , help and advise
All precautions taken during our visits to help stop the spread
The safety of our customers is paramount during these times

Stay safe
Mark