When should I change my locks?

After moving in, losing keys, ending a tenancy, splitting up, or after a holiday-let changeover where keys may not all be accounted for.

Do you fit BS3621 insurance-grade locks?

Yes. BS3621 five-lever mortice deadlocks for wooden doors, and TS007 three-star anti-snap cylinders for uPVC and composite. Both meet major insurer requirements.

Will you preserve original Edwardian brass on Bournemouth villas?

Yes. We swap the internal mechanism while reusing the original brass plates and escutcheons. The door looks identical from outside.

Typical lock change cost in Bournemouth?

Single euro cylinder swap from £89. Full BS3621 mortice on a wooden door £119 to £189 depending on insurer specification. Multi-lock holiday-let packages quoted on inspection.

Are anti-snap cylinders worth fitting?

On any uPVC or composite door, yes. Snapping is the most common forced-entry method. A three-star Sold Secure Diamond cylinder takes far longer to defeat than a budget unit.

Can you key several locks alike?

Front, back, garage and outbuildings can be keyed alike at the time of fit. Particularly useful in holiday lets where you want one master and a separate guest set.

How long does a lock change take?

Cylinder swap is 20 to 30 minutes. A new mortice fit on a wooden door, where chiselling is involved, is closer to 45.

Lock Change in Bournemouth

New locks fitted same day across Bournemouth. BS3621-rated, insurance-approved.

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15-20 min response in Bournemouth

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Locksmith Coverage in Bournemouth (BH)

Our Bournemouth locksmith engineers cover the full BH postcode, working across Poole, Christchurch, Ferndown, Wimborne, Boscombe, Westbourne, Verwood and Highcliffe. Coastal retirement properties and holiday lets, which means our engineers are familiar with everything from edwardian villas and modern flats.

15-20 min

Average response across BH postcode

8+ areas

Surrounding BH towns covered

24/7

Including weekends & bank holidays

£0

No callout fee, anywhere in BH

BH postcode districts

The main BH postcode area covers districts including:

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

15-20 min response across BH

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

Poole 15-20 min
Christchurch 15-20 min
Ferndown 15-20 min
Other BH towns 15-20 min

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

Common reasons people in Bournemouth 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 edwardian villas and modern flats after years of use. Same-day repairs.
Lock change after moving in. Standard practice in Bournemouth 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 BH region we cover

Poole
Christchurch
Ferndown
Wimborne
Boscombe
Westbourne
Verwood
Highcliffe

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 Bournemouth

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Bournemouth

When should I change my locks?

After moving in, losing keys, ending a tenancy, splitting up, or after a holiday-let changeover where keys may not all be accounted for.
Do you fit BS3621 insurance-grade locks?

Yes. BS3621 five-lever mortice deadlocks for wooden doors, and TS007 three-star anti-snap cylinders for uPVC and composite. Both meet major insurer requirements.
Will you preserve original Edwardian brass on Bournemouth villas?

Yes. We swap the internal mechanism while reusing the original brass plates and escutcheons. The door looks identical from outside.
Typical lock change cost in Bournemouth?

Single euro cylinder swap from £89. Full BS3621 mortice on a wooden door £119 to £189 depending on insurer specification. Multi-lock holiday-let packages quoted on inspection.
Are anti-snap cylinders worth fitting?

On any uPVC or composite door, yes. Snapping is the most common forced-entry method. A three-star Sold Secure Diamond cylinder takes far longer to defeat than a budget unit.
Can you key several locks alike?

Front, back, garage and outbuildings can be keyed alike at the time of fit. Particularly useful in holiday lets where you want one master and a separate guest set.
How long does a lock change take?

Cylinder swap is 20 to 30 minutes. A new mortice fit on a wooden door, where chiselling is involved, is closer to 45.

Have a different question? Just call.

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What Our Customers Say

Original 1930s mortice on a side door of our villa was beautiful but unreliable. Engineer replaced internals with a BS3621 mechanism, kept the brass plate. Best of both.

Ross D. Lock change
Burglary on a holiday let in BH1 over August Bank Holiday. Boarded same evening despite the bank holiday, full repair Tuesday. Cleaning crew could go in safely Sunday.

Emma L. Burglary repair
Snapped the key in the back door of mum's place in Christchurch Road. Extracted in five minutes flat, cut a fresh pair from the spare. £65.

Sophie A. Key extraction
uPVC patio door wouldn't engage the bottom hook. Multipoint gearbox replaced in under the hour. £85.

Helen V. uPVC door repair