Do you operate in the evening / weekends?

Our Thaxted Locksmiths are on call 24 hours a day 365 days a year.

Will your Thaxted Locksmith have the parts on the van?

Darren our Thaxted locksmith carry a comprehensive range of locks and associated security parts on well stocked vans by normal industry standards. If we do not carry your lock, we never charge to leave site to go and purchase it, unlike most of our competitors.

How long will it take the Thaxted locksmith to complete the work?

Times vary depending on the task. As an example, a mortice deadlock replacement would take around 45 minutes on average, or a Yale lock or cylinder could be repaired or replaced within 20 minutes.

Does the Thaxted locksmith carry various locks for me to choose from?

Yes, there are various locks to choose from in different styles and finishes.

What is the difference between a 3 lever and 5 lever lock?

The difference between a 3 lever lock and a 5 lever lock is that a 3 lever lock is less secure because it has fewer levers which increases the risk of key duplication. Also, a 3 lever lock is not BS3621 approved due to the poor security of the lock.

What does 5 lever lock mean?

A 5 lever mortice deadlock is commonly fitted to wooden doors and is locked from both the inside and outside with a key, they are fitted within the material of the door, rather than on the surface. Any five-lever mortice deadlock which isn’t BS3621 approved will usually have a Nightlatch fitted as additional security. We recommend any Nightlatch fitted as a 2nd lock is a British Standard Approved Nightlatch.

Will I need a new lock?

Darren always will try and repair all locks and will only replace if necessary.

What guarantee do I get?

All parts are guaranteed for 12 months.

You can pay by credit and debit cards, Cash or BACS.

Darren always provide a receipt on completion of work.

Can Darren come at a certain time?

Yes, he can arrange a convenient time to suit.

Can you gain entry to a friends / relations property?

No, Darren the Locksmith can only gain entry with the owner’s express permission.

Can you advise whether I need extra security on my door?

Yes, our Darren can advise what security would be necessary.

I have snapped my key in my lock. Should I Remove the Broken Key from Lock Myself?

No, attempting to remove a broken key yourself is probably the worse thing you can do as can could cause damage to the internal components of the lock, which could require a replacement lock. Trying to remove a snapped key yourself could push the broken part of the key further into the lock, and make the job of extraction that bit more time-consuming & costing you more too.

uPVC Door Won’t Lock – What Shall I Do

Do you have problem with your uPVC door lock? Are you trying to shut or lock your uPVC door but cannot close the door properly? uPVC doors not locking or closing in cold or hot weather is a very common problem that locksmiths often get called out to fix.

What is lock snapping?

Lock snapping is a burglary method which has received much publicity recently. Without going into detail, this method involves literally snapping a cylinder lock to gain entry to a property. This can be prevented by making sure your lock is correctly fitted, and by fitting an anti-snap cylinder. We advise that you seek professional advice from a locksmith if you are concerned that your lock is vulnerable.

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Locked Out in Thaxted or Lost Keys

If you are locked out of your Thaxted house or have lost your house keys, we will get to you asap. As professional Thaxted locksmiths we will open your lock by picking or drilling the lock, keeping any potentially costly damage to the surrounding door to a minimum.

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Lock Snapping/Anti Snap Locks

Lock snapping is when force is applied to the cylinder which then snaps the lock in two. Our Thaxted Locksmiths can fit an anti-snap, Euro cylinders which cannot be snapped in the same way.

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Damaged or Faulty Locks in Thaxted

We provide a professional lock installation in Thaxted, door opening, lock repair or lock replacement service for all types of doors and windows, including garages, domestic roller shutters and fire escapes. Our locks supplied and installed conform to insurance specs.

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Moving House in Thaxted

Changing locks is easily overlooked in the process of moving house, however, many people could have duplicate keys to your new Thaxted home. We offer multiple lock discounts to change the locks to your new home.

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Lock Fitting & Replacement in Thaxted

If you had the misfortune to be burgled, are locked out or have lost your keys, or simply need to replace your existing locks to British Standard BS3621 to meet your insurance requirements. our Thaxted Locksmiths can help.

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Additional Security to your Thaxted home

The first line in defence when securing your property is ensuring you have adequate locks on all entrances. We specialise in the supply and installation of secondary security for your home.

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LOCAL LOCKSMITH THAXTED

LOCAL LOCKSMITH THAXTED SINCE 1999

We are a local family-owned Thaxted locksmith service, offering an honest, reliable, and comprehensive service for both residential and commercial customers, including:

Emergency Thaxted Locksmith service
Locks for uPVC, multi-point locking units, aluminium, composite, & wood doors
Multiple lock change discounts
Locks changed & upgraded to Insurance specs
FREE call out | NOT a call centre
Domestic & Commercial Thaxted Locksmiths
Fully Thaxteded vans
Boarding up & securing premises
Thaxted Safe opening service & Key safes fitted

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Thaxted Lock and Door Opening

Our Thaxted lock opening service does not incur any additional call out fees. We aim to be at your door within 30 minutes or a time to suit you, 7 days a week. Call for the most competitive local prices

Thaxted Lock Fitting

We provide lock fitting and upgrades and aim to be the most competitive local Thaxted Locksmith you will find. We offer discounts for multiple locks, so please enquire about any special offers we currently have

Thaxted Safe Services

We offer a safe installation service for small home safes and key safes at very competitive prices. If you are having difficulty gaining access to your safe, we provide a competitive price safe opening service

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Our Locksmiths are on call for all emergency and non-emergency lock repairs, opening and changing

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THAXTED LOCKSMITH FAQ

Do Safe & Secure Locksmiths operate in my post code or area?

We serve all Thaxted

How soon can we get a Locksmith to us?

In emergency situations, we can usually arrange for a Thaxted locksmith to arrive within 30 minutes

Can you open / repair / change locks?

We can open most locks non-destructively, and aim to repair rather than replace locks, to reduce your costs

Do your locks conform to British Standard?

We do fit locks that do conform to British Standard. Please stipulate this with the Thaxted Locksmith on site, or on the phone, prior to commencement of lock installation