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Locking & Unlocking Services
Opening and securing commercial premises is a responsibility that demands consistency, reliability and attention to detail. Marpol Security provides professional Locking & Unlocking services across the UK, ensuring your premises are opened and secured safely by trained security officers, in line with agreed operating procedures.
Every visit is carried out at scheduled times, giving you confidence that your building is ready for business each morning and fully secured at the end of the day.
Why Choose Professional Locking & Unlocking?
Entrusting employees with opening or securing your premises can create unnecessary risks due to staff absence, inconsistent procedures, or simple human error. Outsourcing this responsibility to Marpol Security provides a dependable service delivered by experienced security professionals.
Our officers follow site-specific instructions on every visit, helping protect your property while allowing your staff to focus on running the business.
What Our Locking & Unlocking Service Includes
Our officers can carry out:
Opening and securing buildings
Alarm setting and deactivation
Internal and external security checks
Door, window and gate inspections
Checks that lights and equipment have been switched off where required
Opening procedures before staff arrive
Closing procedures after staff leave
Mobile Patrol support where required
How Our Locking & Unlocking Service Works
Opening Your Premises
Before the working day begins, one of our security officers attends your premises to unlock the building, deactivate alarms and complete a security inspection. Where required, equipment can be switched on and the premises prepared ready for your employees to arrive.
Securing Your Premises
At the end of the day, our officers confirm the building has been vacated before carrying out a full closing procedure. Doors and windows are checked, alarms activated, and the premises secured in accordance with your agreed operating procedures. Where appropriate, lights and equipment can also be switched off to help reduce unnecessary energy use.
Locking & Unlocking for Commercial Premises
Our Locking & Unlocking services support organisations across a wide range of sectors, including:
Commercial offices
Retail premises
Hotels
Industrial units
Warehouses
Distribution centres
Business parks
Healthcare facilities
Educational establishments
Public sector buildings
Part of a Complete Security Solution
Locking & Unlocking services are often combined with other Marpol Security solutions to provide comprehensive protection outside normal business hours.
Additional services include:
Keyholding
Mobile Patrols
Alarm Response
CCTV Monitoring & Response
Manned Guarding & Static Security
By combining scheduled opening and closing procedures with professional security support, we help ensure your premises remain protected throughout the day and night.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Locking & Unlocking service?
Answer: A Locking & Unlocking service ensures your premises are opened and secured by trained security officers in accordance with agreed procedures. This removes the responsibility from employees while helping maintain a consistent level of security.
Can you manage our alarm system?
Answer: Yes. Our officers can activate and deactivate alarm systems as part of the agreed opening and closing procedures.
Can this service be combined with other security services?
Answer: Yes. Locking & Unlocking is regularly combined with Keyholding, Mobile Patrols, Alarm Response and CCTV Monitoring & Response to provide additional out-of-hours protection.
What checks are carried out when securing the building?
Answer: Our officers can check doors, windows, and access points, activate alarms, confirm that the premises have been vacated, and ensure that the building has been secured in accordance with your agreed procedures.
Do you provide services outside normal business hours?
Answer: Yes. We provide scheduled Locking & Unlocking services at times that suit your business, including early mornings, evenings, weekends and bank holidays.
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"As a quality vehicle supplier it is reassuring to know our showrooms are protected by a proactive and professional company as Marpol Security. They are a vigilant and responsive team who have visible presence around our site which gives us the peace of mind that we are protected. It is a credit to Marpol Security that their guards are courteous and assist potential customers whilst they are attending our premises."
"I have been with Marpol Security since 2012, and in that time I have always found them to be a responsible security company. They have always acted in a professional manner, been totally honest, completely diligent and reliable whilst also being willing to accept responsibility for any additional task at very short notice. I have no hesitation in recommending Marpol Security to any potential future clients."
"We have had a long standing and productive relationship with Marpol. They have always responded to our needs across our various sites and garden centres. This relationship gives our staff the confidence and peace of mind that they are protected in any situation that may arise, and they can call for assistance at any time and it will be provided.
"As a shopping destination it is imperative to find the correct balance from our Security provider, We believe this has been achieved with Marpol Security. The Service given by Marpol is second to none, Responsive, Reliable and Professional. Working alongside our own security team, Marpol Scurity complete the protection we seek for Shoppers and Workers alike. They are an important part of our team.
"I would like to mention Graham the security guard who has worked throughout our time here. He went above and beyond. He was conscientious, thoughtful and really became part of the team. His attentiveness and can do attitude made a difference."
"Marpol’s concierge staff, who also provide their locking and unlocking service, have always provided a professional and friendly service to our hotel guests. They are an integral part of our business and give both the management and our clientele reassurance that they are in safe hands!"
"I cannot thank Marpol enough for all their efforts and assistance in pulling together such a comprehensive security assessment report on my premises. What an excellent and professional service"
"Marpol’s Operations Team attended the site and provided a comprehensive assessment of measures needed to secure it. I have been impressed by the diligence of their 24 hour monitoring of the mobile CCTV Towers on site, and the speed of their response service when trespassers have tried their luck. It has given us peace of mind to know that the site is safe and secure."
"The Emerson Group have utilised Marpol Security over a number of years, for a wide range of services. Ranging from static guarding, K9 units, mobile patrols and rapid response drivers to bailiff evictions and lease forfeitures, as well as temporary CCTV installations. We have found Marpol to be very proactive, with a high quality and reliable service provision."
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Arrange Professional Locking & Unlocking Services
Give your business confidence that your premises are open and properly secured every day by experienced security professionals. Contact Marpol Security today to discuss your Locking & Unlocking requirements and arrange a tailored service for your premises.
