Franchise BrochureMake the Rite choice

Locksmithing is an in-demand, recession-proof, and highly rewarding industry. There are 23 million homes in the UK with an average of 4 main locks per property along with over 1.9 million businesses with an average of 18 locks per premises.

With reported earnings exceeding £50K per annum, there has never been a better time to consider a vocation in the locksmith trade!

LockRite makes entry into this trade easy...

With our strong branding, comprehensive training courses, directory & internet advertising, call-centre, and extensive ongoing support, we give you everything you need to help you create a successful and rewarding business.

THETRADE

The LockRite Locksmith Franchise opportunity offers you...

THEFRANCHISE

A full & professional locksmith training programme taking you to a highly skilled level of locksmithing.The licence to use the LockRite brand, logo, telephone numbers and proven marketing systems.A protected territory supported with a well structured and comprehensive internet marketing campaign and a dedicated national call centre, to handle and administrate all your incoming work and enquiries.Training in sales & marketing, administration, and accounts.A highly organised and structured launch program.Personal stationery, uniforms, operating manuals, job sheets, downloadable resources and trade/supplier accounts.A fully fitted and sign written van (on competitive finance) with sat/nav & mains invertor, roof bars, and pipe carrier.A comprehensive tool and equipment package including quality power tools & specialised locksmith equipment.Professional key cutting machine & key boards with blanks.All initial stock required to commence trading with confidence.

Once you have been accepted as a LockRite Locksmith you will be allocated your own protected territory. We refer to this as your local area, in which you may build anddevelop a customer base. We also allocate you a much larger call-out territory which is not exclusive, but will provide you with additional work if you are prepared to travel. Our national call centre is controlled by a comprehensive mapping and job tracking system that ensures accuracy when allocating work. As a LockRite Franchisee you will hold the licence for your area and as such will be expected to accept and complete the jobs offered to you whenever possible. Sometimes this is just not possible, especially at busy times, and when this starts to become a frequent occurrence you will have the option of expanding into a multi-van operation by adding a second or third van to your franchise, creating even more earningpotential.

TERRITORY

Your comprehensive training takes place at our purpose-built training facility based at our Head Office in Exeter. You will complete 3 weeks of theory and practical training covering all the fascinating aspects of locksmithing. The intensity of the programme is such that you may be required to complete some tasks in the evening, whilst staying in your accommodation. Don’t worry, our trainer will work with you to ensure that you are confident at each stage of the course. After successfully completing the training, you will also be offered the opportunity to spend a few days with a qualified locksmith for some hands-on training with real customers.

As a LockRite locksmith, you will be qualified to open, pick, drill, replace and repair all manner of locks. You will also be trained in all the tricks of the trade including bypassing mechanisms, broken key extraction, car opening, how to cut replacement and duplicate keys, install digital locking systems, and repair & replace uPVC locks.

Optional Training

In addition to this, further training in window repairs, access control and door entry systems is available. This will create an all-round service for your customers and allow you to increase your earning potential.

THETRAININGPROGRAMME

During our feature rich three week course you will be taught every aspect of locksmithing, from the very basics, such as key cutting, to highly specialised techniques like ‘impressioning’. Once your training is complete you will find yourself with a huge variety of professional techniques which will give you the best head start in your new career.

THECOURSE

Stripping down locks -

Rim cylinders 5 lever BS insurance rated / Euro cylinders mortice locks / 2 & 3 lever mortice locks / 5 lever non BS mortice locks / 5 lever BS insurance rated mortice locks / High security locks e.g. Ingersol, Chubb detainer etc.

Theory & Practice of Picking Pinned & Wafer Locks -

Cam locks / Padlocks (various types) / Locker locks / Rim cylinders / Furniture locks / Window locks / Bullet locks / Euro & oval cylinders

Theory & Practice of Picking Mortice Locks -

2 lever / 3 lever / 5 lever Non BS

Using Specialised Locksmithing Equipment -

Rim cylinders / Pick gun / Jiggler keys / Super mica / Mortice pick keys / 2 in 1 pick / Special bump keys / Letter box tool / Snap tool

Fitting Locks -

Mortice Sash locks / Mechanical combination locks

Drill points & drilling To Gain Entry -

Rim cylinders / Euro & oval cylinders / 5 lever non BS mortice locks / 5 lever BS insurance rated mortice locks / High security locks such as Ingersol, Chubb detainer etc.

Mechanical combination locks -

Routine maintenance / How they work / How to dismantle / How to change the combination / How to find lost combination / How to gain entry when a lock fails.

PLUS: Lock Identification / PVC and Aluminium Doors & Locks / Making Keys by Hand / Changing Combination / Keys cut to code / Impressioning

YOUR VAN &EQUIPMENTNow you’re a locksmith you need to be professionally equipped with your van, stock and tools. We have several options with regards your vehicle, including new and nearly-new, and a range of finance options. Fully fitted out, sign written, and equipped with satellite navigation and mains power inverter, it’s your mobile workshop and billboard advertisement. Packed with all your quality tools and stock, mobile key cutting facilities, together with the LockRite locksmith branded work wear - you’re ready for business. The whole package presents a professional image to the customer helping you gain referrals and repeat busi-ness. At LockRite, we know how important the right image is to the success of your business, and you can rest assured that our branding is a sign of quality throughout our industry.

The day to day running of your business

It couldn’t be simpler to run your business with the LockRite system. You have completed the training and you are now a skilled locksmith. In addition, we will train you in marketing, time management, basic accountancy, and provide you with all the promotional material to get those calls coming in. You are supplied with business cards, advertising material, stationery artwork, and flyers, all backed up by a professional web site linked to the UK’s major search engines. As long as you follow the LockRite business model, you will find managing your franchise is straight forward, allowing you more time to focus on completing call-outs and earning money.

ONLINEMARKETINGFrom your first day of trading, you will have a number of professional, bespoke websites, geared for you and your territory, promoted with sponsored links on Google, and designed for desktop computers, tablets and mobile devices.

Google Adwords

Our in-house web team work hard to manage, tweak and improve your 'pay-per-click' campaigns to keep them up to date and to minimise cost. Not only do our web team manage your Google Adwords campaigns but they also work relentlessly to improve natural search engine rankings to get you free work from the internet.

Your Websites

Your websites are designed and targeted for specific key words and customer demographics to ensure efficiency and to gain more work. Your websites will include a clear and simple user interface, with customer testimonials, a list of locksmithing services you provide, telephone numbers for your specific territory and an on-line enquiry and response form.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONSHow do i get customers? Customers come from a variety of sources which include:

Internet and directory advertising, large companies dealing directwith LockRite and your own localised marketing efforts following the LockRite system.

What are my ongoing fees to the franchisor?

Will i be dealing with onlydomestic customers?

No, your services can be provided to housing associations, letting agencies, local authorities, utility companies, insurance companies, bailiff firms, and a wide range of other businesses.

How long will it take to get up and running?

Typically, it will take between 4 to 6 weeks from being accepted and making your commitment. Training places are limited, and are allocated on completion of the Franchise Agreement.

So, I’m interested, what next?Starting a business is a big step for anyone, and nobody understands that more than we do. We are looking for committed, longterm business partners who aspire to be successful Locksmiths. If you believe this describes you and are interested in taking the next step, then we would like to invite you to our Head Office & Training Centre for an initial and informal meeting. It’s your opportunity to find out everything you need to know about running a LockRite franchise. We will also invite you to complete a short assessment with one of our trainers.

Following the meeting, we will then ask you to return home and evaluate whether you wish to become a LockRite locksmith. In the mean time, providing your application is successful, we will make a formal offer of a franchise to you.

So, what are you waiting for... call our advisors now on:

0800 0787 275 (9am - 5:30pm / Free from U.K landlines)

A fixed monthly communications levy fee of £99+ vat plus 15%of the invoice value for every job completed and 20% of any national account work completed - it’s as simple as that.

Make the Rite choiceLockRite Locksmiths Ltd

8 Christow Road • Marsh Barton • Exeter • EX2 8QPTel: 0800 0787 275Fax: 01392 770008

www.lockrite.orgemail: franchise@theritegroup.co.uk