FAQ

My lock feels very tight?

Your door or lock may need urgent attention.  A key should turn easily to avoid unnecessary wear/damage. Arrange a service, clean or replacement.

When I turn my key the lock sometimes jams or won’t lock?

Your key may be damaged or the lock worn.  Our team can assist with a service call. 

My door is locked and will not open with the key?

Locks or keys can easily jam due to a number of causes.  In 90% of cases we can open the lock cleanly without any damage.

My safe key or combination only works occasionally?

Urgent action should be taken to prevent what could be a very expensive lockout.  Please see our locksmith services to see how we can help.

My insurance company are requesting that all my locks comply to their standards?

Fortress Security offer a confidential free survey as part of this we can advise on all aspects of insurance standards.

I have lost my keys?

Fortress Security can open and change all makes of locks and safes.  Please see our locksmith services we can provide today.

How do I know which locksmith to call and which ones can I trust?

Fortress Security has been a member of the Master Locksmith Association for over 30 years.  Please visit their website for more details.  Fortress Security staff have HM Government security clearance to DV level.

My door closer slams shut or won’t shut completely?

This sounds like the closer is worn out or damaged.  Fortress Security can replace all makes, models and types of door closers.

I would like to have locks fitted but doesn’t want anyone to be able to get copy keys cut?

Fortress Security can install registered section cylinders.  This can be done on an individual basis or for a whole house, office or school.

I would like to have all my locks working with one key?

We can key alike most locks to your requirements or install a master suite where locks can be opened by an individual key for each door and a master key that will open all locks.

If you couldn’t find the answer to your question within our Frequently Asked Questions please do not heistate to contact us to see how we can help.