It doesn’t matter which industry you’re in, there will always be a rivalry between the top brands. Whether it’s Nike vs Adidas, Holden vs Ford or even McDonalds vs Burger King, there will be a wide range of opinions on these topics. In the locksmith industry, however, there is quite often debate over which brand…
Every year Melbourne sees a continual growth of locksmith businesses and so it’s extremely important to remain recognised throughout the competition. One way in which Five Star Locksmiths achieves this is by not only providing a high level of professionalism in everything we do, but through also providing quality customer service. During our time as…
Home security is never a topic that will grow old. As each year passes, more research is done into effective ways of helping to keep homes secure. As fast as new technology, methods and tips are being released, there is also a significantly fast rate at which burglars are improving their ways of getting into…
Finding the right safe to best suit your needs can be a difficult process if you’re not sure what you’re looking for. A lot of people become confused with the types of safes available and quite often they’re not even positive about what they’d like to protect. In order to help you through this, we…
You’ve probably already noticed by now, but there are many different types of locks on the market. One of them which you’ve probably come across is called a ‘mortice lock’. Mortice locks come in various styles and types and for that reason, we’ll be going over the different types of mortise locks and when to…
When it comes to changing the locks in your home, office or commercial space, it’s always best to get some professional advice first. However, if you’d prefer to figure it out for yourself, we’ll include some key points to look out for. Just keep in mind though – replacing your locks is something that could…
If you’ve recently moved home or you think that one of your keys have ended up in the hands of the wrong person you might be desperate to have your locks changed. The good news is that it may not have to be the only option available to you. Another popular and effective solution is…
When looking to have your locks changed, you might come across two options: lock rekeying and lock replacement. It’s important to first know the benefits of each method and to get an idea of pricing as it will vary between the two. For the cost of a locksmith to change the locks in a residential…
With thieves becoming more cunning in the ways they’re accessing our homes and letterboxes, it’s essential to keep your security products up-to-date. One large security component that most of us overlook is our letterboxes. Generally speaking, residents will often leave the same lock on their letterbox for the entirety of their time at the property. …
When it comes to looking after your home and family, many things can be done to help keep them secure. The most common solutions would be to install deadlocks, integrate a CCTV system or to even invest in some high-quality window locks. Although these are all great options for helping to create a safe and…
