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1. Why British Standard Locks Matter βœ…

If your locks aren’t British Standard (BS3621) compliant, your home insurance may not cover you in the event of a break-in. These locks are designed to:

πŸ”’ Withstand drilling, picking, and other forced-entry methods
πŸ›‘οΈ Include anti-tamper features and durable construction
πŸ“œ Meet the rigorous testing requirements for UK home insurance


2. The Consequences of Non-Compliant Locks ⚠️

Unfortunately, in a recent case, a customer in Barnet learned this the hard way.

πŸ’Έ They suffered a break-in.
πŸ“„ Their insurance claim was denied.
πŸ” Why? The mortise lock installed did not meet BS3621 standards.

πŸ’‘ Lesson: Insurance companies often require British Standard locks for policy payout eligibility.


3. Our Recent Callout in Barnet πŸ› οΈ

Our team at Locksmith Barnet was called out following the break-in.

πŸ”§ We removed the old, non-compliant lock.
πŸ” Installed a brand new British Standard 5-lever mortise lock.
βœ… The property is now secure and compliant with insurance requirements.


4. How to Check If Your Locks Are Insurance Approved πŸ”

You can tell if your lock is BS3621 certified by checking:

βœ”οΈ A kite mark or BS3621 engraving on the lock face
βœ”οΈ It locks with at least 5 levers (for mortise locks)
βœ”οΈ Your home insurance policy mentions it as a requirement

πŸ› οΈ Not sure? We offer free lock assessments across Barnet to check for compliance.


5. Need a Lock Upgrade? Call Unique Locksmiths πŸ“ž

Don’t wait for a break-in to happen before realising your locks aren’t up to standard.

πŸ“ Serving homeowners and landlords across Barnet
πŸ”’ Experts in insurance-approved lock upgrades
πŸ•’ Available 24/7 for emergency callouts

πŸ“ž Call Unique Locksmiths today or book a visit via our website:
πŸ‘‰ www.uniquelocksmiths.co.uk


Stay safe. Stay secure. Stay compliant.
Trust your local Locksmith Barnet for expert lock upgrades and advice.