Locksmith tips and advice
Practical help on locks, keys and home security from our Perth locksmiths.
September 25, 2026
When is a good time to rekey your locks?
Quick answer: rekey your locks the moment you can't say for certain who holds a key. Usually that's moving day, the day…
Read more →September 21, 2026
Which keypad lock for which door? A Perth locksmith’s guide by situation
Quick answer: there isn't one best keypad lock, there's a best one for your door and your situation. A family home wants…
Read more →June 9, 2025
Smart Locks for People with Disabilities: Features That Make Life Easier
Quick answer: Smart locks remove the need to turn a small key. Doors open with a code, card, fingerprint or phone, carers…
Read more →April 5, 2025
Smart locks for Airbnb and short-term rentals in Perth
Quick answer: fit a keypad lock that takes multiple codes, give each guest their own code for the dates of their stay,…
Read more →December 10, 2024
Should I rekey or change the locks? A Perth locksmith explains
Quick answer: Rekey, nearly always. If your locks work, rekeying makes every old key useless in one visit, usually under an hour…
Read more →March 28, 2021
How to choose a car locksmith in Perth (and what to ask first)
Quick answer: pick someone who is licensed in Western Australia, actually makes keys for your make of car, comes to the car,…
Read more →March 26, 2020
Smart locks explained: what they are and which suit Perth homes
Quick answer: a smart lock (or digital lock) opens your door with a code, a tag, a fingerprint or your phone instead…
Read more →March 18, 2020
Senior Card Holders Get 5% Off All Our Locksmith Services
Locksmiths Perth 24/7 is proud to have a community-focused approach and as such, we provide a 5% discount for all Perth residents…
Read more →February 5, 2020
Car key not working? The usual causes, cheapest first
Quick answer: start with the spare. If the spare works, the problem is the key: a flat remote battery, a worn blade,…
Read more →October 29, 2019
Locked out at night in Perth: what to do (and who to call)
Quick answer: get somewhere safe and lit, check the obvious (other doors, a housemate, a spare), then call a locksmith who is…
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