Locksmith in Shrewsbury

Trusted Shrewsbury locksmith service. Lockouts, lock changes, uPVC repairs — handled fast.

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15-20 min response in Shrewsbury

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Locksmith Coverage in Shrewsbury (SY)

Our Shrewsbury locksmith engineers cover the full SY postcode, working across Telford, Oswestry, Whitchurch, Ludlow, Bayston Hill, Shawbury and Wem. Market town with historic timber-framed buildings, which means our engineers are familiar with everything from tudor timber frames and victorian semis.

15-20 min
Average response across SY postcode
7+ areas
Surrounding SY towns covered
24/7
Including weekends & bank holidays
£0
No callout fee, anywhere in SY

SY postcode districts

The main SY postcode area covers districts including:

  • SY1
  • SY2
  • SY3
  • SY4
  • SY5
  • SY6
  • SY7
  • SY8
  • SY9

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

15-20 min response across SY

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

  • Telford 15-20 min
  • Oswestry 15-20 min
  • Whitchurch 15-20 min
  • Other SY towns 15-20 min

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

Common reasons people in Shrewsbury 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 tudor timber frames and victorian semis after years of use. Same-day repairs.
  • Lock change after moving in. Standard practice in Shrewsbury 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 SY region we cover

  • Telford
  • Oswestry
  • Whitchurch
  • Ludlow
  • Bayston Hill
  • Shawbury
  • Wem

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Shrewsbury

  • What services does a Shrewsbury locksmith cover?

    Lockouts, lock changes and upgrades, uPVC door repair, key extraction, burglary repair, anti-snap cylinder fits, and commercial work for shops on Pride Hill and Wyle Cop.

  • Do you work on Tudor timber-framed doors?

    Yes, common around Frankwell and the town centre. Old chassis locks can usually be retained. When replacements are needed we source like-for-like or modern equivalents that sit in the same chase.

  • What's the price for a standard lock change?

    Euro cylinder swap from £89. BS3621 mortice change £139 to £159. Anti-snap upgrade including new TS007 cylinder around £119.

  • Are your engineers vetted?

    Yes. DBS-checked, insured to £2m public liability, MLA-trained. Every van carries the standard MLA tooling.

  • Can you cut keys on site?

    Yes, the van carries a key-cutting machine. New cylinders are supplied with three keys cut.

  • Do you give written guarantees?

    Twelve-month workmanship guarantee on all installs. Lock manufacturer warranties run separately, usually 5 to 10 years on quality euro cylinders.

  • How do I book?

    Phone 0800 048 5569 or use the form on the page. We'll confirm a price and an engineer ETA inside two minutes.

Have a different question? Just call.

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What Our Customers Say

  • Got back from Telford to find I'd left the keys at work. Phoned at 7pm, engineer was outside the SY1 flat by quarter to eight. Picked the Yale, no damage, £49.
    Sophie A. Emergency lockout
  • Letting agent gave us the wrong keys when we picked them up. Couldn't get into our new SY1 flat at 9pm. Locksmith came over in 20 minutes, opened it, then changed the cylinder for our own keys. £125.
    Nathan O. Lock change
  • Tenants in our Ludlow Road rental managed to push the key in too far and snap it. Engineer extracted both halves cleanly, gave them a new key cut on the spot. £69.
    Paul S. Key extraction
  • Snapped my front door key in the lock at half ten on a Sunday. Bloke turned up inside half an hour, extracted the broken half, fitted a new euro cylinder. Sorted for £79.

Our Recent Work

A snapshot of jobs handled across the UK.

0800 048 5569 No callout fee · 15-20 min response