"Keys, mobile phone and wallet". This is a familiar mantra for many people when they step out of the front door. It's almost as familiar when you're in a hurry to get somewhere and half your things are forgotten on the way. The door closes and the keys are locked away.
Getting caught behind a lock is annoying and can easily be costly if you have to call a locksmith, especially during off-hours. You can avoid having to call a locksmith by making a contingency plan.
Locksmith's tips for saving on door opening fees:
1. Keep a spare key nearby
You should keep a spare key in your wallet, hidden outside in a private house, with a friend who lives nearby or with the building maintenance company. It is advisable to have a spare key somewhere, because in the event of a fire, for example, you can enter the apartment by breaking the door. In this case, the cost of breaking down the door is borne by the resident.
2. Key silo
A key safe is a code-locked safe attached to the building structure, in which a spare key is placed. It is worth paying attention to the fact that the container complies with the guidelines of the Federation of Finnish Finance Industries on key security and that the product is approved by the Federation of Finnish Finance Industries. Get a key safe for spare keys for your home, cottage, rental, vehicle or business and fix it in a suitable place.
3. Install the smart lock
Install smart locks on the doors of your home so you're no longer locked out and don't have to hide a spare key under your doormat. A smart door with smart locks can be flexibly opened without keys, remotely, with a code or a key fob.
If keys get lost or fall into the wrong hands, it may be necessary to reset the locks. If there is a risk that the keys can be traced back to the apartment, contact the locksmith or building representative directly immediately to arrange for emergency lock repair or setting. Lock hinging is expensive, but it will ensure that old keys are not misused. In the case of damage prevention, home insurance will usually cover emergency lock repair or setting without a deductible. Please note that damage control must be taken immediately after the loss of the keys.
If you live in a housing association, you should always contact your property maintenance company first. You can usually find the details of the maintenance company on the notice board on the wall of the common areas.
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