Door entry and lock services for factors and landlords
Stair doors, door entry panels, fob systems and locks for the buildings you manage.
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MLA approved
locksmith (opens our MLA listing in a new tab) - Edinburgh locksmiths
since 2006 -
By Appointment to His Majesty The King Locksmiths Power Lock & Security Ltd., Edinburgh - Domestic &
commercial - Local, experienced
locksmiths
The calls you get
Common problems we fix
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A stair door that will not lock
The street door won’t lock, so the stair isn’t secure.
What we do. We check the closer, the lock release and the door itself, because any of the three can stop a door locking. Worn stair doors can be replaced with a door made for the opening.
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Lost fobs and tenants who leave
Keys and fobs leave with tenants, contractors and former staff.
What we do. Fobs are switched off one at a time, so a lost fob stops working without reissuing everyone else’s. Mechanical locks get new cylinders, keyed alike where that helps.
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One flat cannot hear or open
A handset buzzes but won’t open the door, or callers can’t be heard.
What we do. We test the handset and the cable to that flat before anything else. One handset can usually be replaced on its own, so the rest of the stair is not disturbed.
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The same fault, again
A system repaired several times by different contractors, and still failing.
What we do. We trace the cause before replacing parts, and tell you plainly when a repair no longer makes sense and a new panel or a rewire would.
How a job runs
From the first report to the invoice
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Report
You, or a resident if you prefer, report the fault by phone, email or the form, with the address and what is happening.
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Visit and diagnose
We test the system or door and find the cause.
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Quote and approval
Small repairs can be done on the visit if you set a spending limit with us. Anything larger is quoted for your approval.
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Work and test
We carry out the work and test it from the door and, for entry systems, from the flats.
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Invoice
The invoice describes the fault found and the work done, so you can pass it on to owners.
Example
A stair panel rewired and refitted
This eight-flat panel was opened up, its wiring traced and its button switches checked, then refitted with buttons labelled by flat number.
More door entry and stair door work is in our photos.
- PQS Health & Safety Approved (SSIP)
- Approved by the Master Locksmiths Association
- Domestic and commercial work since 2006
Customer reviews
What residents and owners say
Feedback from customers across Edinburgh and the Lothians.
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We rang Power Lock & Security when we discovered that we had lost both keys for our summerhouse. Their communications were excellent. They arrived at the agreed time and within 15 minutes the door had been opened the lock changed, and we were presented with 5 keys. If you want speedy service and quality work, look no further.
Steve Harris
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I absolutely recommend Power Lock & Security. Liam provided a great service, took the time and extra care to make sure our new door buzzer worked properly whilst ensuring we were happy with the buzzer and handset speaker volume at both ends. 5 stars!
John Thain
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We used Power Lock & Security to install a new buzzer system and individual in-flat handsets in our block. Liam was exceptional, providing clear and impartial insights pre-project, keeping us updated throughout the installation process and going above and beyond to meet tight deadlines. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him to anyone looking for locksmith services.
Benjamin Graham
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Liam was brilliant he did a miraculous job on our tenement buzzer system and I can't thank him enough for his work. Communication has been excellent and would recommend him to everyone.
Rachel Graham
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I can highly recommend this company for being knowledgeable, responsive, professional and trustworthy. Liam was extremely skilful at identifying the problem on our tenement intercom speaker system (which we thought may be beyond repair). He was able to source a replacement part and fixed it swiftly. He also repaired the main door lock which had been broken. Other companies only wanted to install a whole new expensive intercom system without actually working out what the problem was. Liam communicated clearly and promptly every step of the way and made it straightforward. Excellent and high quality service. I will be recommending and using this company again.
Jenni Irons
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Liam from power lock and security has been a great asset to me in my tenament fixing entryphone system, locks ,door closers etc...he turns up when he says he will and does a great job and prices fair
Valerie Assar
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Liam was referred to us via Lumen Electrical for a new entry system for our stair. He was instantly responsive and visited the stair and got a quote to us within 48hrs. So impressive, and much better than other companies we called, several of whom didn't even bother responding. The quote was really reasonable.
He carried out the job with the same sort of responsiveness and professionalism, ordering a custom-made panel for our awkwardly sized doorway, and completing the job exactly when he said he would. We're all delighted with the work and would highly recommend Liam to anyone. *****
Victoria McArthur
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We had tried to install an entry system before, but most companies didn't bother getting back at all, or required a fee just to provide an estimate, or promised they would stop by and never did.
Liam replied on the same day with a very good quote, was very responsive all throughout the work and completed the installation on time, with no hassle and being very kind to us all.
Do contact him without thinking twice.
Chiara Cupini
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Liam installed a complete new video door entry system for our building, together with new door furniture for the front door. From start to finish, nothing was too much bother for Liam. We couldn’t be more pleased with his service and professionalism. This was a large job and all work was completed to an excellent standard. Highly recommend.
Alison Richardson
FAQs
Questions from factors and landlords
Do you work on systems that other companies installed?
For door entry, yes: much of our work is fault finding on existing stair systems. For access control, tell us the make of the controller first, because some systems need the original installer’s software.
Can residents report faults to you directly?
Yes, if you want them to. Tell us how you want reports handled and who approves work, and we will follow it.
Do you hold health and safety accreditation?
Yes. We are PQS Health & Safety Approved under the SSIP scheme (certificate SR347116219), and approved by the Master Locksmiths Association (licence 003959).
Do you quote before starting work?
For anything beyond a small repair, yes. You get a quote to approve before we order parts or start.
Get in touch
Report a fault or ask for a quote for your building
Give the building address, the fault, and who approves the work. Photos of the panel or door help.
- Office 0131 358 9585
- Mobile 07775 849952
- Email Liam@powerlocksecurity.co.uk
What happens next
- We read your enquiry and will reply by phone or email.
- For a fault, we may ask a question or two first, so we bring the right parts.
- For installs and larger repairs, we look at the job and send a quote before any work starts.
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(opens our MLA listing in a new tab) Master Locksmiths Association
Approved company · Licence 003959
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By Appointment to His Majesty The King Locksmiths Power Lock & Security Ltd., Edinburgh -
PQS Health & Safety Approved
SSIP · Certificate SR347116219