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GROWING TRADES & SERVICES AT STOCKLOCK
There ’ re so many routes into locksmithing , Simon Brown from StockLock in Stockport explains how locksmithing became an additional trade that fitted in ‘ nicely ’ with everything else he was doing . His service offering is continuously growing with the latest addition being high security locks .
How did you get into locksmithing ?
Well , I kind of fell into the job really . I worked for a company fitting garage doors , and I really wanted to work for myself so I built up a little sideline at the weekend , and once I had enough work , I became full-time self-employed .
I have been a locksmith now for six years and got involved in locksmithing when a family friend asked me to look at some locks on their French doors when the mechanisms failed . I quite enjoyed it , so carried on doing odd jobs .
My experience of installing garage doors didn ’ t really help me because it ’ s totally different to locksmithing , but the two trades go hand-in-hand really businesswise , and having certain tools and a van already was useful .
I am a general locksmith who also does window repairs , garage door installations and repairs , as well as automation . I work by myself and can make a decent living out of what I do , I couldn ’ t be happier . The work I do is mainly domestic and I also work with landlords .
Likes & dislikes about locksmithing I like that every job is different , I like meeting new people and being presented with new challenges every day . I really wouldn ’ t change a thing about working as a locksmith . I even look after my own social media .
Dislikes , I can honestly say I enjoy it all , except maybe paperwork but we all have to do it !
High security locks Over the last 12 months , I have also offered new services such as key cutting and high security locks . I invested in Mul-T-Lock key machines and I ’ ve found them to be a reliable brand , that allows me to provide a hassle-free service to my customers .
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AUGUST 2024
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