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Recent Locksmith reviews

Absolutely Amazing!! Arrived on time with all the correct tools and equipment to do the job. Came accross very professional and friendly. Completed the job to my satisfaction, even cleaned up all the mess and left the room as it was. I'm very happy. This was my first time using 'airtasker' and so glad I did. I would definitely use this site again if I needed another tradesman for anything.

I need lock installation

£50

Great service from Ion, he is very professional, reliable and has an eye for detail. Will certainly get him back around for any future works I need completed!

Locksmith Install

£100

Another task David has done for me in lightning speed. Listen Landlords and homeowners if you want a fast turn around and a good communicator just pick David.

EXPERIENCED: Replace lock & key on a metal postbox

£60

Nasser is too good to be true. He is very skillful and professional, also very friendly. I would not hesistate to recommend him to anyone who needs a carpenter. I hired him for an old door knob installation task today. He thought outside of the box and offered an alternative better solution. He even returned to his car and brought back extra tools required for the task. He delivered an outstanding service and definitely exceeded my expectation. I haven't seen such a kind person like Nasser for a long time in London. Thank you again Nasser for solving my issues quickly and perfectly, so I can enjoy my new home with all internal doors working fine now.

Carpenter needed to fix internal door knobs

£40

Quick response and job done.

Fixing a doors lock

£42

Thank you for a job well done quickly.

Repair a balcony window door

£40

What's the average cost of a locksmith

£55 - £105

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£55

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£80

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£105

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Average reviews for Locksmith Services

based on 262 reviews

4.94

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Recent Auto Locksmith reviews

Another task David has done for me in lightning speed. Listen Landlords and homeowners if you want a fast turn around and a good communicator just pick David.

EXPERIENCED: Replace lock & key on a metal postbox

£60

Jason is very polite and courteous and got the job done very well!

Locksmith to fit key lock to 2 internal doors

£75

Great service and friendly guy

Fit internal house door locks and key safe

£150

Nasser is too good to be true. He is very skillful and professional, also very friendly. I would not hesistate to recommend him to anyone who needs a carpenter. I hired him for an old door knob installation task today. He thought outside of the box and offered an alternative better solution. He even returned to his car and brought back extra tools required for the task. He delivered an outstanding service and definitely exceeded my expectation. I haven't seen such a kind person like Nasser for a long time in London. Thank you again Nasser for solving my issues quickly and perfectly, so I can enjoy my new home with all internal doors working fine now.

Carpenter needed to fix internal door knobs

£40

Excellent work

Key and lock

£40

Great job highly recommend

Fix key lock to outside brickwork

£25

What's the average cost of an auto locksmith

£46 - £107

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£46

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£70

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£107

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Average reviews for Auto Locksmith Services

based on 47 reviews

4.91

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Recent Lock Repair reviews

Quick response and job done.

Fixing a doors lock

£42

Brilliant work!

Fix front door lock

£50

Fast, efficient, polite - and fixed my door handles!

My sliding door handles need to be repaired

£150

Nasser is too good to be true. He is very skillful and professional, also very friendly. I would not hesistate to recommend him to anyone who needs a carpenter. I hired him for an old door knob installation task today. He thought outside of the box and offered an alternative better solution. He even returned to his car and brought back extra tools required for the task. He delivered an outstanding service and definitely exceeded my expectation. I haven't seen such a kind person like Nasser for a long time in London. Thank you again Nasser for solving my issues quickly and perfectly, so I can enjoy my new home with all internal doors working fine now.

Carpenter needed to fix internal door knobs

£40

Thank you for a job well done quickly.

Repair a balcony window door

£40

Arrived promptly and clearly knew what he was doing. Even took initiative to place spacers to prevent future damage to doors and fixed issue with another wardrobe (not in original task). Would recommend for similar jobs.

Fix stuck wardrobe sliding doors

£75

What's the average cost of a Locksmith

£53 - £100

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£53

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£75

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£100

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Average reviews for Lock Repair Services

based on 75 reviews

4.95

71
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Why book a locksmith nearby through Airtasker?

Losing your keys or getting them stolen or broken can be incredibly scary. After all, it may be the only way to secure and access your valuable property! You’ll want an emergency locksmith who is trustworthy, competent, affordable, and readily available to help out. And that’s where master locksmiths come in.

When you request an emergency locksmith through Airtasker, you get rated and reviewed master locksmiths who can go to your area (your house or vehicle). Then, within minutes of posting the details of your request, you’ll receive offers from nearby master locksmiths - no need to head to a shop yourself or wait for hours for someone to help you. Here’s how it works:

First, tap the “Post a task” button and fill out the task post. Indicate if you need a residential or house locksmith, commercial locksmith, auto locksmith, or a master locksmith who specialises in garages, motorcycles, or safes. Include your location and budget, then tap “Get quotes.” Almost instantly, you’ll get several offers to choose from. Pick the offer that best fits your needs, and the mobile locksmith will be on their way.

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Top Locksmith related questions

On average, master locksmiths charge£60 for lock repair, £70 for rekeying and changing locks, and about £60 for unlocking services. 

When you request a 24 hour local locksmith through Airtasker, they may be able to get to your location in an hour or so. The actual lock-picking can take anywhere from a minute to an hour, depending on the lock/s. The great thing about booking through Airtasker is that it takes only minutes to find an available specialist, which means less time spent waiting outdoors. 

First, Airtasker guarantees transparent and honest reviews from customers just like you. When you hire a master locksmith through our platform, you get to read through customer testimonials even before confirming the appointment. Next, we encourage you to ask for identification once the locksmith arrives. They will also ask you for proof of ownership, so everyone should be covered in security. 

To prove that you own your home, the locksmith may request a copy of the deed to your home, an ID with your address, or mail with your address on it. Or, they may ask your landlord or neighbours to verify that you are indeed locked out of your home. On the other hand, an auto locksmith may request to see your car’s title, so it’s best to keep this handy in your glovebox.

Yes. Whether you lost your master key due to theft or negligence, it is best to get an expert to replace your door locks for your safety. A local locksmith could do this by changing the entire lock or rekey it instead (i.e. change an aspect of the lock without dismantling it entirely). If you’re considering improving your home security and decor by installing a new door or are in need of burglary repairs, you can also find a Tasker nearby who can help you.

Yes, it would help if you changed the door locks whenever you move into a new home. This includes new flats and previously-owned homes. If you are renting, make sure that your landlord has changed the locks - it is their responsibility to you as their tenant, and it also helps secure their property. Need help clearing out your old place? You can find affordable furniture removalists through our platform. 


Yes, some locksmiths may be able to provide you with key cutting services. This is more affordable than having to change the locks in your home or vehicle. If you’d like to set an appointment with a trusted key cutter near you, simply place this in your task post.  


You may need lock replacement if your lock is severely damaged, such as a broken keyhole or irreparable internal components. If the lock is only experiencing minor issues like stiffness or occasional jamming, repair may suffice. Consider replacement for older, unreliable locks or if security is compromised despite repairs.

What does a local locksmith service include?

While they’re great in emergencies, you can call on a locksmith to help with other lock-related challenges, too. Here’s what you can expect when you hire a locksmith for different tasks:

Emergency locksmith

Emergency locksmiths are available at short notice and often work outside standard trading hours. Ideally, you want to make an emergency call to a locksmith near you so they can get to you quickly and keep your lockout time to a minimum. An emergency locksmith will first try to pick your locks and deadbolts to get you back into your home. But if this doesn’t work, they’ll have the right tools to drill the lock and immediately install a new one to keep your home secure.

Auto locksmith near me

If you break or lose your car key, or lock it inside your car, you can hire an automotive locksmith. They can unlock your car to retrieve your keys or replace your lock and key with a new one. Auto locksmiths can also help with fitting car locks, fixing car door handles, and replacing ignition barrels.

Lock repair

Locks don’t last forever. Wear and tear can make them stick or even break. Sometimes, you may even need burglary repairs. A locksmith can help with lock repair on your front door, car door, garage door, mailbox, bathroom/bedroom, and even your windows and sliding doors. They’ll either fix and realign the broken lock or if it’s beyond fixing, they’ll replace it with a new one.  

Lock installation

If you’ve got a new door, a broken lock, or you’re not confident your current security system is secure, you might need a new lock installed. This is a smart idea if you’ve lost track of who has access or a copy of your keys. Find a locksmith near you to install a new or upgraded lock so you can be confident it’s done properly. When you post your task, be sure to specify what type of lock you need fitted, whether you have the lock already, or if you need the locksmith to provide materials. 

Recent Locksmith tasks

Fix a lock to my room

£50

Fulwell, Greater London

21st Feb 2025

I need a handman to fix a lock to my bedroom, fix my bedroom cupboard ( the cardboard panel at the back needs hammering) and help me rearrange my room.

Front door replacement

£100

West Barnes, Greater London

21st Feb 2025

Replacing front door with locks.

Fix my knob

£40

Norton, South Yorkshire

20th Feb 2025

Knob pulled out of the door and the other part fell in behind the door and the key locked in

Microwave door fix

£10

Mill Hill, Greater London, NW7

20th Feb 2025

My Siemens microwave wave door is off the hook. I am unable to open it as when open the door falls down

Saeed is a great person . Go for him

Install two internal door locks

£50

Walworth, Greater London

19th Feb 2025

Please install two internal door locks

Professional manner and did a good job

Install internal door

£50

Walthamstow, Greater London, E17

18th Feb 2025

install an internal door and door handles. Door and handles provided. No tools provided.

Install a door handle with lock & keys

£30

Pentonville, Greater London

18th Feb 2025

I need someone to install a door handle for a bedroom door. Ive ordered the handle and once it arrives I will assign the task.

Lock repair

£30

Cheshunt, Hertfordshire, EN8

17th Feb 2025

I'm looking for someone who can fix my door lock... The door handle is loose... Think the spring needs to be changed . I can't open it.. it wont take 15 mins if someone is skilled

Installing front door ring camera & door locks

£150

Lisson Grove, Greater London

17th Feb 2025

We need a ring camera installed outside our front door & a bedroom door handle/lock fitted.

Repair my rotary grinder.the disk change button is stuck

£75

Royal Arsenal West, Greater London, SE18

17th Feb 2025

Rotary grinder button to change discs doesn’t work anymore

Locksmith to fit new lock

£25

Kennington, Greater London

16th Feb 2025

I'm buying a new home and I need a quick change of the lock until I get my new door.

Locksmith

£40

Jaywick, Essex

16th Feb 2025

Lost front door key need a whole new lock and key

Fix my room lock

£50

Barkingside, Greater London

15th Feb 2025

I would like to change my room lock as I lost my current lock keys

Efficient and courteous.

Replace bedroom door handle

£80

Sands End, Greater London, SW6

13th Feb 2025

Replace bedroom door handle, with the same model that has a keyhole (so the door can lock). I have already bought the spare parts - see photos.

Excellent professional in every aspect! Thank you very much Deep!

Locksmith to fix lock mechanism

£75

Docklands, Greater London

12th Dec 2024

Lock functionality not working. Door still opens and closes, need locksmith to diagnose and fix. Please include materials and labour

Efficient and friendly service - lock fixed perfectly. Thankyou

Install two door handles / locks

£30

Parsons Green, Greater London, SW6

10th Dec 2024

Need to remove two old door handles and install two new ones that have locking mechanisms for two bedrooms

Got the job done. Happy with the outcome.

Kitchen cupboard door needs breaking open (lost the key)

£12

Swiss Cottage, Greater London

10th Nov 2024

cant find the key anywhere- this cupboard door lock needs to be drilled into (without breaking the cupboard of course!) can this be done simply? i hope

Alex was prompt, good communicator, worked efficiently and I felt safe. and LOCAL... highly recommend and i shall ask him to come back

Balcony Door Lock stuck and Key Not Working

£35

Wandsworth, Greater London, SW18

21st Oct 2024

The lock of my balcony door is stuck firmly midway between the two ends and the key is not turning. Need someone to unlock it.

Colin was very friendly and helpful providing useful knowledge on the problem. Fixed the issue with no damage

Install master lock

£10

Stratford, Greater London, E15

11th Oct 2024

Need a master lock installed on brick.

Speedy service. Many thanks!

Change lock or make a key for the old lock

£35

Tulse Hill, Greater London

16th Sep 2024

I have a garden door that has no key! I need a key for the existing lock or change the lock completely

What a great guy and how professional! He is just so friendly and positive and did an amazing job! Really happy!