Gate Locks and Padlock Removal in Newcastle and North Tyneside
Securing external gates and outbuildings is as important as securing the property itself - an unsecured rear gate gives a burglar a sheltered approach to the back of your property, away from the street. Moorside Locksmiths supply and fit gate locks across Newcastle and North Tyneside, and we carry out padlock removal on locked sheds, garages, and outbuildings where access has been lost. Call us on 07968 567171.
GATE LOCK INSTALLATION
We fit locks to wooden and metal gates of all sizes, including:
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Timber garden gates - mortice locks, rim locks, or heavy-duty pad bolts
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Metal driveway gates - suitable lock mechanisms for steel and aluminium gates, including magnetic locks and heavy-duty bolt locks
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Side access gates - securing the pedestrian access point that is frequently the route burglars use to reach the rear of a property
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We assess the gate type and construction and recommend the most suitable lock for the material and the level of security needed.
PADLOCK SUPPLY AND FITTING
We supply and fit padlocks for sheds, garages, external stores, and gates. A padlock is only as strong as the hasp it is fitted to - many padlocks are fitted to cheap pressed steel hasps that can be forced in seconds regardless of the quality of the lock. We fit heavy-duty close-shackle padlocks on properly secured steel hasps where maximum security is needed.
PADLOCK REMOVAL
If you have lost the key to a padlock securing a shed, outhouse, garage, or gate, we can remove it. We will confirm access rights before carrying out removal work. Removal techniques depend on the padlock type - in some cases we can pick the lock, in others cutting is necessary. We will advise on the right approach and the cost before starting.
FAQs
Can you remove a padlock I have lost the key to?
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Yes. We will confirm you have the right to access the property or outbuilding before carrying out removal. Call us on 07968 567171 and describe the situation.
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What type of padlock do you recommend for a garden shed?
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A close-shackle padlock from a quality brand (we carry ASSA, Chubb, and Yale) on a properly fitted shrouded steel hasp. The hasp fitting matters as much as the padlock - a cheap hasp will fail before the padlock does.
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Can you fit a lock to a metal driveway gate?
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Yes, though the right lock depends on the gate construction and material. We assess on site and recommend accordingly.