In December we discussed security solutions for residential letting agents managing multi-tenanted blocks and HMOs. We said that the two most vital elements in the security armoury should be high security locks, and registered keys. Having already covered the registered keys element, in this post we’re going to take a look at the other important aspect: the locks. (more…)

Last month we looked at ten ways to secure a home during the winter. One key area we looked at was doors, which as we said should form the best form of defence possible because they are the very things that stand between you and the outside world.

Checking the condition of doors on a regular basis throughout the year is vital for both home and commercial premises owners, as is introducing reinforcement where necessary. However, during the winter, certain things happen to doors, and it therefore becomes doubly important to carry out thorough maintenance and additional checks at this time of the year.

Here we take a look at how doors can be affected during the colder weather, and what can be done to counteract the common issues that arise. (more…)