The Locksmith Journal Mar-Apr 2016 - Issue 43 | Page 21

INDUSTRYNEWS • 21 PROUD SPONSORS OF THIS PAGE SPRING CONSUMER CAMPAIGN DRIVES DEMAND FOR LOCKSMITHS »»WITH INCREASING amounts of UK homeowners turning their backs on DIY projects, the ‘do-it-for-me’ trend is growing at a pace. In fact, according to research by Euromonitor, Brits in their 20s and 30s lack the confidence to undertake even basic DIY tasks. With this in mind, Yale is running ‘Security Spring Clean’, a major consumer marketing campaign designed to drive to demand for locksmith services throughout the spring months and beyond. The campaign outlines how homeowners can undertake a quick and simple home security audit as part of their annual spring clean, with advice such as “change the locks on all external doors and windows,” “update your letterplate to avoid fishing crime,” and “check your burglar alarm is in good working order.” Consumers are then advised to contact their local locksmith for more www.Locksmith-Advertising.co.uk information and advice, as well as a no-obligation quote. The campaign is supported by an on-going programme of promotional activity in national and regional press, as well as on social media. Yale has also produced a Security Spring Clean infographic and home security checklist, which can both be found on the Yale website as well as various online consumer publications. Hannah Adk [