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Find everything you need to know about hiring local locksmiths. Get all the information on how to get help when you’re locked out. Below, we cover tips to help you find a skilled locksmith:

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Looking for a locksmith in your area? Whether you’ve been locked out of your house and need an urgent key replacement, or simply want to upgrade your locks to a high security model, our specialist locksmiths are here to help.

What a locksmith can help you with

Do you need your locks replaced? Or are you looking to get a new lock installed? Whatever your needs, there are plenty of local locksmith services ready to help.

Most locksmiths carry out the following services:

  • Fitting locks and lock changes for front doors and internal doors
  • Opening a locked door
  • Lock repairs, including for window locks
  • Emergency locksmith services (24/hr service if you’re locked out of your home or need your locks changed quickly)
  • Burglary repairs where there’s damage from forced entry
  • Key cutting
  • Car locksmithing (to help you get back into a locked car)

Gain entry into your home if you’ve been locked out with the help of an emergency locksmith, or upgrade your home security by getting premium locks installed. Request a quote today from a local locksmith.

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Factors to consider when hiring a locksmith

It’s really important that you choose a reliable locksmith service to carry out work on your home. Failing to do this can result in unnecessary stress and expensive repairs.   

Before you hire, you should do your research to ensure that your locksmiths: 

  1. Are an experienced company with a strong history of successful projects  
  2. Have all the necessary licenses and insurance needed to protect you and their workers 
  3. Have a good range of positive reviews from previous customers vouching for their reliability 
  4. Are offering the locksmith services you need, and are available to carry out the work in the timeframe you need it by
  5. Are quoting a price and payment option that you are happy with, having compared the quote with other local lock repair and replacement companies.  

Local tradespeople are more likely to respond quickly – especially during an emergency – as they’ll be right around the corner and ready to help. Post a job today to request a quote.

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How much does it cost to hire a locksmith?

How much it will cost you to replace, upgrade or repair your locks depends on a few factors, such as the type of lock you have or want and where you live in the UK.

On average, you can expect to pay anywhere between £80 and £200 to replace a set of locks, though more advanced, premium models can cost upwards of £400.

For a more accurate quote for your project, speak to a skilled, local locksmith today.

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Should I change my locks if my keys are lost or stolen?

If you can’t find your keys, and you aren’t sure if you lost them or if somebody stole them, you might be wondering what the best thing to do is. First, retrace your steps and look in surrounding areas in case you dropped them on your way home or left them in a coffee shop or at work.

If you still can’t find them, it’s highly recommended that you change your locks as soon as possible. This is regardless of whether you have a spare set of keys or a family member who can let you in.

You should replace lost or stolen keys because:

  • You may think you lost them but they were actually stolen (with the intention of breaking into your home)
  • If your home is burgled without any sign of entry, not changing your locks could invalidate your insurance policy
  • You won’t have peace of mind that your home security is up to scratch and that your home is protected from a potential break in attempt

When it comes to protecting your loved ones and your belongings, you can never be too careful. Speak to an emergency locksmith today to get a mobile locksmith to replace your locks within twenty-four hours.

Questions you should ask before you hire a locksmith

Make sure you ask your locksmith these questions before you hire to ensure you’re making the right decision:

Are you licensed and insured?

Make sure to always ask your locksmith company what insurance they have before you hire them. While it’s not a requirement, it’s a good idea for your lock installation specialist to have public liability insurance to cover you and them against any accidental damage done to your home or personal injuries. This will guarantee protection for both parties and ensure your locksmith is legally compliant.

How much will the job cost?

Asking how much your locksmith job will cost will help you budget for your project and will ensure price transparency before you hire. How much you’ll end up spending depends on the scope of your project, and where you live in the UK, so make sure you add plenty of details when you post a job.

How many years of experience do you have?

Knowing how many years of experience your locksmith has will allow you to pick a tradesperson who you are confident has sufficient expertise to carry out a high quality job. When you’re finding a locksmith through Rated People, head over to their profile to check out the pictures on their work gallery and their ratings and reviews.

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Omnisec Ltd are a local locksmith & security systems company, primarily serving Nottingham, Derby and Leicester. We also cover the wider areas of the West and East Midlands respectively. Established in 2017 we boast a collective 20 years’ experience within the security industry. Trading as Omnisec Locksmiths Nottingham; Omnisec Locksmiths Derby and Smart Security & Locks Online; Omnisec Ltd offer our domestic and commercial clients, an extensive and diverse range of products and services: 24/7 Emergency Locksmith Service: Competitive rates for our locksmith Nottingham; locksmith Derby and locksmith Leicester services, which include the repair and replacement of all types of locks; uPVC door repairs; uPVC window lock repairs; BS3621 insurance upgrades; bifold door repairs; safe opening and warrant possession order attendances for landlords. Alarm Installation & Maintenance: Wireless and wired alarm systems installed and maintained. Omnisec Ltd can offer our domestic and commercial clients ARC monitored alarms up to grade 3. We offer very competitive rates for our alarm installation Nottingham; alarm installation Derby and alarm installation Leicester services; as well as our alarm repair and security system maintenance in the wider areas of the east and west midlands. CCTV Installation and Repair: For our CCTV installations Nottingham; CCTV installation Derby and CCTV installation Leicester services; we work with Hikvision and Capture to provide our clients with true quality. Our technicians are well versed in the repair and maintenance of all existing systems from a wide variety of manufacturers. Access Control: Our installations team at Omnisec Ltd, have extensive knowledge and experience of installing and maintaining standalone offline access control systems; networked access control systems and web-based access control. We actively install and maintain systems domestically and commercially. Our friendly approach, experience and outstanding reputation help our customers to feel at ease and safe, knowing that they have invested in the right security measures for their needs. We take the quality of our work seriously and make sure that all our locksmiths & security installers are highly trained and appropriately insured. If you would like to know more about the security services that we offer please feel free to contact us. Our friendly, professional team will be happy to assist you in your enquiries and offer you a free, no-obligation quote.

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