Need a locksmith

[Scrummy Mummy]

Mini-Scummy can now reach and turn the locks on the internal doors. I'm worried about him locking himself in a room. I don't believe I've ever seen the keys for these (and certainly can't find them). Can anyone recommend a locksmith to change the locks or dismantle them (since we never use them).

[Bender]

If you want them rendered unusable fast and cheaply, use super glue to freeze the mechanism in place. You can delay paying for a locksmith until you want them changed or removed, if ever.

[Scrummy Mummy]

Hmmn, just wandering how the landlord might react!

But if I do it, squirt the superglue in the key hole or at the back around the knob that turns?

[Bender]

Hmmn, just wandering how the landlord might react!
But if I do it, squirt the superglue in the key hole or at the back around the knob that turns?

If you're renting, tell the landlord or agent you need the keys as it's a child safety issue. If a locksmith is needed (it's generally easier to replace the lock mechanism than try to cut a key for an existing lock), it shouldn't be at your cost.

And if you decide to use the glue, use it to stop the locking lever/knob from moving (I'm assuming the lock knob/lever is separate from the doorknob/handle). If you're not 100% sure, ask someone who knows and is able to look at the lock.

[Fat Bob]

I've got details of a Singapore based one at home. Will attempt to post later. Though "later" might be tomorrow!

[BFG]

I've got details of a Singapore based one at home. Will attempt to post later. Though "later" might be tomorrow!

Can't you run home, get the info, post it here and then zoom back to the Bungy Bar to get bladdered?

[Fat Bob]

No I couldn't.

I used these guys. Very quick to turn up and quite inexpensive.

[Scrummy Mummy]

Thanks FB.

Have e-mailed landlord to get him to sort it, but if I don;t get a reply son will give your guys a call.

[cromasaig]

I don;t get a reply son will give your guys a call.

Of course, he's unusually gifted for a 20-month-old.

[Scrummy Mummy]

Ha ha ha, I TOLD you I'm too old to type well!

In the end landlord suggested (and I eventually located) some handle-covers for baby proofing. I put sellotape over the locks, then put these bulb shaped plastic covers over the top and, well, Bob's your uncle (at which point FB kills himself at the idea of being anyone's uncle).

Useful tip for other parents of littlies, although of course they'll be much older than my genius boy .....

[Burbage]

I'm surprised no one suggested the cheap option.

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Cut off Mini-Scummy's arms.

[Scrummy Mummy]

I thought about it. But that would have impacted on his multi-faceted future career as a world-class neuro-surgeon, grand-slam-winning tennis player, and singer/lead gutarist in chart topping band.

(Not that we want to put him under any pressure, you understand .......)

[Serena03]

Locksmith who specialize in a variety of mechanisms, key lock, which are always better than doing any work involving locks. While the technicians of the car dealership are very competent in their work repairing a car, have a more complete understanding of the entire car in an area of ​​locksmithing experience is more specific and precise. Therefore, you can always count on him for updated information on working with the latest keys and locks.


Denver locksmith

[Tas]

I'm pretty sure one couldn't actually bastardize that bit of writing any more than the original author...

[baloo]

I'm pretty sure one couldn't actually bastardize that bit of writing any more than the original author...

Agree, and the fact the locksmith in question seems to be based in Denver, USA, it's difficult to categorise it as advertising

[Scrummy Mummy]

And the fact that I live in Perth makes it even less useful.

(Although I did actually lock myself out a few months ago.....)

[Tas]

oooo and it's so expensive in Aus to get back in $175 later in Sydney at least!

[slinky]

Geez, don't these spammers even bother to look at the forum before they post? What good is a Los Angeles locksmith to anyone in Singapore??