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Burglary rates across the Enfield borough have been climbing, and we deal with the aftermath every week — families shaken up, businesses losing stock, insurance claims getting complicated. George started fitting alarm systems after too many callouts to homes that had been broken into twice because they had no alarm the first time round.
We install burglar alarm systems in homes and businesses across EN1, EN2 and EN3 — from terraced houses on Lancaster Road to shops along Church Street and offices near Enfield Town station.
Burglary rates across the Enfield borough have been climbing, and we deal with the aftermath every week — families shaken up, businesses losing stock, insurance claims getting complicated. George started fitting alarm systems after too many callouts to homes that had been broken into twice because they had no alarm the first time round.
We install burglar alarm systems in homes and businesses across EN1, EN2 and EN3 — from terraced houses on Lancaster Road to shops along Church Street and offices near Enfield Town station.
George and his family have served Enfield for years. Local, trusted, accountable.
Alarm goes off at 2am? Call us. We actually answer — day or night, weekends included.
We visit your property, check every entry point, and give you a clear written quote.
A lock on your front door is your first layer of security. An alarm system is the second — and for many homes in the borough, it is the layer that is missing.
We have attended lockout calls on Brigadier Hill where the homeowner told us they had been burgled three months earlier and still had not fitted an alarm. On Silver Street, a family called us after their second break-in in six months.
George’s own home in EN2 has an alarm fitted. So does his parents’ house. When you have young kids at home, security is not something you leave to chance.
We fit several types of alarm depending on the property, the level of risk, and what your insurance provider requires.
| Alarm Type | Best For | Key Features | Insurance Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bells-Only | Small homes, flats | External siren, no monitoring | Basic cover |
| Speech Dialler | Homes, small offices | Calls your phone when triggered | Standard cover |
| Monitored (Grade 2) | High-value homes, businesses | 24/7 monitoring centre, police response | Full compliance |
| Smart / Hybrid | Tech-savvy homeowners | App alerts, camera integration | Varies by provider |
| Commercial Grade | Retail, warehouses, offices | Multi-zone, access integration, CCTV link | Grade 2–3 |
Most residential customers in Enfield go with either a speech dialler or a Grade 2 monitored system. For businesses along Hertford Road and the Brimsdown industrial area, we typically recommend monitored commercial systems with multi-zone coverage.
Last year we fitted a six-zone commercial alarm for a family-owned restaurant near Enfield Chase station. They had been broken into twice in six months. Since the installation — zero incidents, and their insurance provider reduced their premium at the next renewal.
This is the most common question we get during home surveys.
| Feature | Wireless | Wired |
|---|---|---|
| Installation time | 2–4 hours | 1–2 days |
| Disruption to property | Minimal — no drilling through walls | Cable runs, possible floorboard lifting |
| Reliability | Battery-dependent, signal range limits | Consistent power, no signal issues |
| Best for | Period homes, rented properties, flats | New builds, large properties, commercial |
| Maintenance | Battery replacement every 2–3 years | Annual check, minimal upkeep |
For most Enfield homes — particularly the Victorian and Edwardian terraces across Bush Hill Park and Winchmore Hill — we recommend wireless. They go in fast with zero damage to original plasterwork and coving.
George fitted a wireless system last month in a 1930s semi on The Ridgeway. The homeowner was surprised it was running in under three hours with no visible wiring.
For larger commercial properties or new builds where cables can be run during construction, wired systems offer better long-term reliability.
Your home insurance almost certainly has requirements about your alarm system. We see rejected claims regularly where the homeowner had no alarm, the wrong grade, or a system that had not been serviced.
Here is what most UK insurers typically require:
A family on Brigadier Hill contacted us after their insurance claim was rejected following a break-in. Their existing alarm had not been serviced in over four years and was technically non-compliant. We replaced the system, provided the paperwork, and they were fully covered again within a week.
All our installations come with a compliance certificate you can send directly to your insurer.
George has been fitting security systems in Enfield for years. He knows the common entry points burglars target in the borough — rear patio doors on terraced houses, side gates on semis, ground-floor windows on flats near main roads.
Every installation starts with a proper survey. We check your doors, windows, outbuildings, and any areas where previous break-ins have occurred in your street.
George does not run a call centre. When you ring us, you speak to someone who actually fits the alarms. Here is how it works:
1. Free Survey
We visit your property — whether a flat in Edmonton, a detached house in Crews Hill, or a shop in Enfield Town — and assess entry points, vulnerable areas, and insurance requirements. Takes about 30 minutes.
2. Written Quote
Clear written quote on the day, broken down by component. No follow-up sales calls, no pressure.
3. Installation
Wireless systems go in within half a day. Wired systems take a day or two. We clean up after ourselves — you will not find dust or packaging left behind.
4. Handover
We walk you through arming, disarming, changing codes. If your system has an app, we set it up on your phone before we leave.
5. Ongoing Support
If your alarm goes off at 2am and you cannot silence it, call us. Being a local family business means we actually answer. That is the difference between us and a national chain.
We have fitted enough systems to know which brands hold up and which cause problems. These are the ones we recommend:
| Brand | Why We Use It |
|---|---|
| Texecom | Advanced motion detection, smart app integration, reliable across all property types |
| Pyronix | Flexible zone controls, excellent pet-friendly sensors, strong build quality |
| Honeywell | User-friendly interface, solid communication modules, works with smart home setups |
We are not tied to any single manufacturer. We recommend based on your property and your needs.
If you have pets, false alarms are a real concern. We fit pet-friendly PIR sensors that ignore movement from animals under a certain weight. For homes with larger dogs, we use alternative detection methods:
George has a dog at home and fitted his own system with pet-immune sensors. It has never false-alarmed once.
National alarm companies send a different engineer every time. When something goes wrong at midnight, you get a call centre.
With George Locksmith, you get the same person who fitted your system. George knows your setup, your property layout, and your alarm codes. When you call, he answers — not a queue.
That is what local means. That is what family-run means.
Wireless systems take 2–4 hours. Wired systems can take 1–2 days depending on the property. We complete most residential installations in Enfield within a single visit.
It depends on your policy and the value of your contents. Standard policies usually accept a bells-only or speech dialler system. High-value policies often require Grade 2 monitoring. Check your policy wording or ask us and we will help you work it out.
Most insurers offer a discount for a professionally installed alarm. A monitored system can sometimes reduce your premium enough to offset the monthly monitoring fee.
In many cases, yes. If your existing panel supports additional sensors or monitoring, we can upgrade rather than replace. We check this during the free survey.
All our systems have battery backup. Wireless systems run on batteries. Wired and hybrid systems switch to backup power automatically and continue protecting your property.
Yes — Texecom, Pyronix and Honeywell systems all have smartphone apps. You can arm, disarm, check sensor status, and receive alerts wherever you are.
George Locksmith is a family-run locksmith and security service based in Enfield. George grew up here, learned the trade from his father, and went full-time after his first child was born. He lives in the EN2 area with his wife and two young kids.
We cover postcodes EN1, EN2 and EN3 as well as surrounding areas including Southgate, Barnet, Palmers Green, Winchmore Hill, Edmonton, Cheshunt, Waltham Cross, and Enfield Lock.
We provide emergency locksmith services, residential lock services, commercial security, CCTV installation, and burglar alarm fitting.
George Locksmith
Enfield, EN2 6AX
020 3962 1317
www.georgelocksmithenfield.co.uk