Free Home Security Assessment in Auckland

When you call LockSmart out for a lock repair, rekeying or installation, you're welcome to ask us to take a look around while we're there. It takes 10 to 15 minutes, it's included at no extra charge, and it gives you a clear, honest picture of where your home security stands.

There's no pressure to act on what we find. We'll give you our assessment and leave the decision with you.

Our assessments are carried out by COA certified, police-checked Master Locksmiths — so you’re getting a professional opinion, not a sales call.

What We Look At

Our Master Locksmiths work through your home methodically. Here's what we cover:

Entry and Exit Points

• Front and back doors: lock grade, deadbolt quality, door alignment
• French doors and double doors: hardware condition, centre bolt function
• Internal access doors if applicable (internal garage, utility rooms)
• Windows: any that could be accessed without tools, particularly on the ground floor
• Sliding doors: anti-lift and anti-slide protection
• Gates and side access

 

Lock and Hardware Quality

• Whether existing locks meet current security standards
• Signs of wear, tampering or damage
• Whether deadbolts engage fully and latch correctly
• Handle sets, knob sets and lever hardware
• Strike plates and door frame condition

Key Control

• Whether keys are restricted or can be freely copied at any key-cutting booth
• How many copies are in circulation and who holds them
• Whether rekeying is worth considering given your situation

General Observations

• Door frame strength around lock zones, a common weak point in forced entries
• Visible gaps or misalignment that reduce the effectiveness of your locks
• Any quick-win improvements that cost little but make a difference

 

 

What You Get

At the end of the assessment, our locksmith will give you a plain-English rundown of what we found. You'll know:

• What's working well and doesn't need touching
• What could be improved and what difference it would make
• What we'd prioritise if you wanted to make changes

If there are any recommendations, we'll explain the reasoning clearly and give you a price on the spot. You're under no obligation to proceed.

We don't carry out assessments with a sales target in mind. If your locks are fine, we'll tell you. If there's something that genuinely needs attention, we'll flag it and explain why.

Who It's Good For

• Homeowners who've just moved in and want to know what they've inherited
• Anyone who's recently had a break-in nearby and wants to understand their exposure
• Homeowners who haven't had a locksmith out in several years
• Anyone upgrading part of their security and wanting to know what else is worth considering
• Rental property owners wanting a quick read on a property between tenancies

How to Arrange One

The easiest way is to mention it when you book your job. When you call 0800 334 122, just let us know you'd also like us to take a look around while we're there. We'll allow a little extra time on the job.

If you'd like to arrange a standalone assessment without any other work, we can do that too. Call us or fill in the form below and we'll confirm a time.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it really free?

Yes. If you've called us out for a job, the assessment is included at no extra charge. For standalone assessments with no other work, contact us and we'll confirm the details.

How long does it take?

A typical residential assessment takes around 10 to 15 minutes for a standard home. Larger properties or those with multiple access points may take a little longer.

Will you try to sell me something?

No. Our job is to give you an accurate picture of your security, not to generate work for ourselves. If everything looks fine, we'll say so. If something needs attention, we'll explain it clearly and leave the decision with you.

Do I need to prepare anything?

No preparation needed. Just make sure we have access to the main entry points, including any gates or garages you'd like us to include.

Can I get a written report?

Our standard assessment is a verbal walkthrough. If you'd like something in writing, let us know when you book and we can discuss what's possible.

Why LockSmart

LockSmart's locksmiths are Master Locksmiths with 125+ years' combined experience across residential and commercial security. Every locksmith on our team holds a Certificate of Approval (COA) from the Ministry of Justice, which includes regular police background checks.

We're a certified Abloy dealer and have advised and installed security hardware across thousands of Auckland homes. When we give you an assessment, it's based on what we see every day on the job.

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