What counts as an emergency in Portsmouth?

Any situation where you cannot lock or unlock a door safely right now. Lockouts, snapped keys, broken cylinders, jammed multipoints and post-burglary security all qualify.

How fast will an engineer reach me?

Typical ETA across the island is 14 to 22 minutes. We tell you departure time honestly so you know whether to wait outside or pop round to a neighbour.

Are night and weekend calls more expensive?

No. There is no surcharge. The price quoted is the price paid regardless of the hour or day.

Can you come after a break-in?

Yes. Same-night response, board-up where needed, fresh BS3621 locks fitted, certificate emailed before we leave. Phone 0800 048 5569 to dispatch.

What if a child or pet is locked inside?

Tell the operator straight away. We escalate the call and dispatch the closest van without queueing.

Will you damage the door?

Picking is the default. Drilling is reserved for cylinders that have failed picking, and only after we've explained why.

Do you cover Gosport and Fareham emergencies too?

Yes. Same response standard, slightly longer drive time across the harbour or over the M27.

Emergency Locksmith in Portsmouth

Locked out or broken lock in Portsmouth? We're on the way. 15-20 min average response, 24/7.

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15-20 min response in Portsmouth

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24/7 emergency

Locksmith Coverage in Portsmouth (PO)

Our Portsmouth locksmith engineers cover the full PO postcode, working across Southampton, Fareham, Gosport, Havant, Cosham, Portsea, Southsea and Waterlooville. Dense island city of closely packed terraces, which means our engineers are familiar with everything from victorian terraces and naval housing.

15-20 min

Average response across PO postcode

8+ areas

Surrounding PO towns covered

24/7

Including weekends & bank holidays

£0

No callout fee, anywhere in PO

PO postcode districts

The main PO postcode area covers districts including:

Outer postcodes within the same PO area also covered. Just call and tell us your postcode — we'll confirm coverage and dispatch the closest engineer.

15-20 min response across PO

We have multiple engineers based across the PO postcode area, not just in central Portsmouth. Whichever district you're in, the closest available engineer is dispatched, so the 15-20 minute average holds across the full coverage area.

Southampton 15-20 min
Fareham 15-20 min
Gosport 15-20 min
Other PO towns 15-20 min

Same response time day or night, including bank holidays. Times can extend slightly during peak traffic.

Common reasons people in Portsmouth call us

Locked out of home or rental. Lost keys, broken keys, or door slammed shut. Non-destructive entry within 20 minutes typical.
uPVC door won't lock. Multipoint mechanism failed — common in victorian terraces and naval housing after years of use. Same-day repairs.
Lock change after moving in. Standard practice in Portsmouth rentals and new home purchases. BS3621 insurance-rated locks available on the van.
Burglary or attempted break-in. Emergency boarding-up overnight, full lock replacement next morning. We work directly with insurers.
Snapped or stuck key. Extracted without damaging the cylinder, usually under 15 minutes on site.

Other areas in the PO region we cover

Southampton
Fareham
Gosport
Havant
Cosham
Portsea
Southsea
Waterlooville

Transparent Pricing

All prices confirmed before work begins. Our locksmiths carry a wide range of locks and parts for immediate service.

Locked Out / Gain Entry

Emergency lockout service — fast response

£39 – £250+

Lock Repair

Fix sticking, jamming, or faulty locks

£39 – £249+

uPVC Door Lock Adjustment

Mechanism adjustment & alignment

£79 – £229+

Lock Change (Supply & Fit)

New lock supply and professional installation

£88 – £475+

Standard Deadbolt & Cylinders

Quality standard security locks

£29 – £299+

British Standard Deadbolt & Cylinders

Insurance-approved high-security locks (BS3621)

£109 – £350+

Gearbox Mechanism / Full Multi-point

Complete uPVC mechanism replacement

£89 – £375+

Car Lockout

Vehicle unlocking — price depends on vehicle type

£99 – £220+

Assessment Fee / Cancellation Fee

Assessment fee charged if you cancel after the locksmith arrives on site.

£49.00

Important: All prices are starting rates. Final price confirmed by phone before any work, and on-site after assessment if applicable.

✓ No hidden charges
✓ No call-out fee
✓ Fixed price guarantee after quote

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Other Services in Portsmouth

All services available 24/7. Same phone number, same engineers.

Frequently Asked Questions — Portsmouth

What counts as an emergency in Portsmouth?

Any situation where you cannot lock or unlock a door safely right now. Lockouts, snapped keys, broken cylinders, jammed multipoints and post-burglary security all qualify.
How fast will an engineer reach me?

Typical ETA across the island is 14 to 22 minutes. We tell you departure time honestly so you know whether to wait outside or pop round to a neighbour.
Are night and weekend calls more expensive?

No. There is no surcharge. The price quoted is the price paid regardless of the hour or day.
Can you come after a break-in?

Yes. Same-night response, board-up where needed, fresh BS3621 locks fitted, certificate emailed before we leave. Phone 0800 048 5569 to dispatch.
What if a child or pet is locked inside?

Tell the operator straight away. We escalate the call and dispatch the closest van without queueing.
Will you damage the door?

Picking is the default. Drilling is reserved for cylinders that have failed picking, and only after we've explained why.
Do you cover Gosport and Fareham emergencies too?

Yes. Same response standard, slightly longer drive time across the harbour or over the M27.

Have a different question? Just call.

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What Our Customers Say

Locked out of our Victorian terrace in Southsea after the dog nudged the latch shut. Engineer rang me back from a job in Fareham and was at the door in 21 minutes. £59 picked, no drilling.

Imogen S. Emergency lockout
Break-in through the kitchen at 3am. Engineer drove from the Havant direction, boarded the smashed pane, fitted a fresh five-lever and a window sash. £255.

Bernadette T. Burglary repair
uPVC front door on our naval housing wouldn't lift. He swapped the multipoint gearbox for £139 and adjusted the hinges so it sat square again.

Michelle G. uPVC door repair
Old mortice on our Eastney terrace had been there since the seventies. Replaced with a BS3621 anti-snap setup for £125. Insurance certificate emailed before he'd left the street.

Roy E. Lock change