Locksmith services explained
"Locksmith" covers several quite different trades. Knowing which you need helps you call the right person first time.
Domestic locksmiths
Homes and small businesses: lockouts, lock changes, uPVC door repairs, window locks and security upgrades.
Auto locksmiths
Vehicles: locked-in keys, lost or broken car keys, remote fobs and key programming.
Safe engineers
Safes and strongrooms: opening, combination changes, installation, relocation and servicing.
Other work locksmiths often do
- Key cutting, including restricted and high-security keys that can only be copied with proof of ownership.
- Master key systems for offices, landlords and HMOs, where each key opens only the doors it should.
- Access control: keypads, fobs and electronic locks for communal doors.
- Garage doors and gates: locks, handles and mechanisms.
- Boarding up and making safe after a break-in.