Lock changes and upgrades
New home, lost keys or old locks past their best — we replace and upgrade to British Standard, insurance-approved locks. It's the most common home job we do and often simpler and cheaper than people expect.
Most home lock jobs aren't emergencies — they're the things you mean to sort out: the back door that sticks, the locks you never changed after moving in, the window that doesn't lock, the upgrade you keep meaning to make. We handle all of it for homeowners across Wrexham, Chester, Shrewsbury and Oswestry, with straight advice and no upselling.
New home, lost keys or old locks past their best — we replace and upgrade to British Standard, insurance-approved locks. It's the most common home job we do and often simpler and cheaper than people expect.
A sticking or stiff lock is often repairable rather than a write-off, which can be more cost-effective than replacement. We tell you honestly which way makes sense.
Multipoint mechanisms, gearboxes, handles and euro cylinders — the parts that make a UPVC door lock. If your handle lifts but the key won't turn, that's our bread and butter.
Lock snapping is the most common way UK homes are broken into. Swapping a standard euro cylinder for an anti-snap, TS007 3-star one is the most cost-effective upgrade most homes can make.
Windows are a frequent weak point. We fit and repair window locks so the whole ground floor is secured, not just the doors.
Complete lock fitting for new or newly renovated homes, matched sensibly across the property so you're not carrying a keyring full of different keys.
Both — we offer booked appointments for planned work and same-day availability for more urgent home jobs across our coverage area.
For most homes it's anti-snap cylinders on the external doors, because lock snapping is the most common break-in method and the fix is inexpensive for the protection it gives.
Often yes — a sticking or worn lock can sometimes be repaired more cheaply than replaced. We always tell you which is the sensible option.
Yes — we fit British Standard BS3621 locks and TS007-rated cylinders where your policy requires them, and can show you the kitemark on the fitted product.
24/7 emergency locksmith covering Wrexham, Chester, Oswestry & Shrewsbury and surrounding areas.
Average arrival under 30 minutes · No call-out fee