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Recent Locksmith reviews in Central London

Alex was amazing so handy communicative and really flexible will use him from now on

Fix latch (it sticks) and add bolt to door

£50

Mohamad was excellent! Went above and beyond.

Fix latch door to loft and install in door handle

£50

Liam is super professional and did a fantastic job. Highly skilled carpenter.

Install 2 door handles with locks

£50

Thank you for fixing the door handle.

Install a room door handle

£40

Great service! Even made the effort to come out for a late booking, will definitely use again in the future for work around the house!

Interior Door Lock Installation

£25

Great service and friendly guy

Fit internal house door locks and key safe

£150

What's the average cost of a locksmith in Central London

£54 - £110

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£54

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£80

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£110

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Average reviews for Locksmith Services in Central London

based on 157 reviews

4.96

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Recent Auto Locksmith reviews in Central London

Dry helpful and quick. Thank you!

Keyless lock fixing and outdoor lock safe

£150

Great service

I need a combination key lock installed

£50

Good service and helpful

Key locker installed outside front door

£40

Great service and friendly guy

Fit internal house door locks and key safe

£150

Mark was super prompt with communication and came and fixed the job really fast! He brought everything with him and gave us 3 spare keys. Absolutely recommend

Open the garage without a key. replacement locl

£75

Nice and friendly guy, recommended

Changing room door key

£60

What's the average cost of an auto locksmith in Central London

£43 - £102

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£43

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£60

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£102

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Average reviews for Auto Locksmith Services in Central London

based on 30 reviews

4.83

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Recent Lock Repair reviews in Central London

Mohamad was excellent! Went above and beyond.

Fix latch door to loft and install in door handle

£50

Dry helpful and quick. Thank you!

Keyless lock fixing and outdoor lock safe

£150

Very quick job. Thank you, Miguel

Looking for a locksmith to fix a loose but working front door handle.

£50

Alex was amazing so handy communicative and really flexible will use him from now on

Fix latch (it sticks) and add bolt to door

£50

Excellent service. Professional, friendly and polite

Fix broken patio lock

£60

Quick efficient and professional and he fixed the problem in 10 minutes

Door handle spring broken needs fixing

£50

What's the average cost of a Locksmith in Central London

£60 - £100

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£60

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£79

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£100

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Average reviews for Lock Repair Services in Central London

based on 43 reviews

4.98

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What do locksmith services include?

Locksmith services on Airtasker cover a broad range of residential, commercial, and emergency needs. Common services include:

Lockouts & Emergency Access

Locked out of your flat or office? Taskers use non-destructive entry methods wherever possible to get you back inside quickly and safely. If drilling is required, they can replace the lock on the spot.

Lock Repairs & Replacements

Broken locks, jammed cylinders, or stiff keys? Taskers can repair or replace:

  • Yale night latches

  • Mortice locks

  • Euro cylinder locks

  • uPVC and composite door mechanisms

  • Window and patio door locks

New Lock Installation

Need to install new locks on doors, gates, sheds, or garages? Taskers will ensure proper fitting and alignment and can recommend British Standard locks for insurance compliance.

Key Cutting & Duplication

Some locksmiths offer mobile key cutting or duplication of common key types.

Security Upgrades

Want to upgrade to anti-snap cylinders or install a smart lock? Taskers can recommend and install modern options to boost home security.

Recent Locksmith tasks in Central London

Install door lock

£50

Brixton, Greater London, SW9

27th Feb 2026

I’m looking for an experienced handyman/locksmith to install a secure lock on my bedroom door. * Install a new secure lock (keyed lock). * The door is a standard interior timber door. * You may need to supply the lock (please include the cost in your offer), or I can purchase one if you advise which type to buy. * Ensure the lock is properly aligned and functioning smoothly. If the task goes well, I would be happy to have you install a lock on another door as well. Please bring your own tools and have experience with door lock installation. Please let me know your availability and total price (including materials if supplying the lock). Thank you.

Install door lock

£50

Honor Oak, Greater London

26th Feb 2026

I would like someone to install a lock into a bedroom door in my flat. There is currently no recess in the door or frame to accommodate this. I can pick up the lock if you direct me what is suitable for my door.

Quick, efficient, would book again.

Install key safe outside building

£20

Stockwell, Greater London

26th Feb 2026

Hi. I need a key safe installed. Unfortunately I dont have wireless drill!

What a lovely person! Polite, friendly and job done as requested. Very small job but done with no complaints. Will hire him again if I need any help in the future.

I need two doors fixed with new handles with a key lock.

£80

Holland Park, Greater London

25th Feb 2026

I would like to fit two doors with handles containing a lock. I can provide the handles and locks.

Locksmith ASAP

£60

Seven Sisters, Greater London

23rd Feb 2026

The key is left inside the house so i am looking for someone who can open it for me ASAP

Replace doorknobs

£30

Stoke Newington, Greater London, N16

23rd Feb 2026

I need three sets of doorknobs replaced

Excellent service. Very helpful and friendly. Did the job to a very high standard. Thank you!

Install a lock on my bedroom door

£50

Clapham, Greater London, SW4

23rd Feb 2026

For a lock to be installed on a bedroom door amidst a house share

Lock/key box fitted to outside wall

£70

Dollis Hill, Greater London

21st Feb 2026

i have a lock/key box i need fitted to the outside wall. its five screws but will need five holes drilled into brickwall.

Friendly polite. Efficient

I need to replace the lock of my flat front door

£120

Hackney, Greater London, E8

19th Feb 2026

I I have a new locker, but the current set-up is a bit of a Frankenstein, with bits and bobs from the past... it doesn't fit or work. I need someone to fix it and make it work smoothly. Even, if needed, go and get a full new one.

great guy, great work

To fix a lock on a window

£25

Chalk Farm, Greater London, NW1

18th Feb 2026

To fix a lock on a window

Will book again. Knew what he was doing and sorted it.

Install Smart Lock & Doorbell – Office Door

£400

Shoreditch, Greater London, EC2A

16th Feb 2026

Hi there, We’re looking for an experienced handyman / lock specialist to supply and install a lock and doorbell for our office’s main entrance. Door Type: • Wooden door (photo attached) What We Need: ✔ Supply & install a suitable smart lock ✔ Supply & install doorbell / buzzer system Lock Requirements (Ideal Setup): We’re ideally looking for a smart lock system with: ✅ Bluetooth / phone tap access (unlock via phone) ✅ Backup access via PIN/code (in case phones are forgotten) ✅ Physical key option (key override / emergency access) ✅ Visitor buzzer / doorbell functionality Nice-to-have (not essential): ✔ Entry log / record of who enters & leaves ✔ Access history with timestamps Scope of Work: ✔ Recommend suitable lock system ✔ Supply all materials ✔ Installation & setup ✔ Ensure clean, professional finish We’d prefer someone who: ✔ Has experience with smart locks ✔ Can advise on practical options ✔ Provides all tools & equipment ✔ Has strong reviews / past similar work Please Include in Your Offer: • Suggested lock system / brand • Estimated total cost (materials + labour) • Relevant experience / examples Thanks!

Locksmith

£75

Globe Town, Greater London, E2

14th Feb 2026

Changing lock (top and bottom) on front door

Install lockbox

£20

Millbank, Greater London

12th Feb 2026

Need someone to bring a drill to install a lockbox

Fix door handle / lock

£100

Shadwell, Greater London

11th Feb 2026

The door handle felt off. Need to replace either the handle or the whole thing. I have only old handle. New one needs to be bought and will compensate on top of the job.

Install lockbox

£30

Surrey Quays, Greater London, SE16

10th Feb 2026

Install a lockbox for a flat

Very quick and efficient got my job done straight away no hassle!

Install master lock in the wall

£10

Stepney, Greater London, E1

10th Feb 2026

I need to install Master lock in the wall

Remove 3x Keyboxes

£50

Streatham Park, Greater London

10th Feb 2026

I have 3x Key Boxes on the wall next to my front door left over from whoever lived at my flat before me. I would like these removed. The locks have changed and I do not have the codes and neither does the previous owner rendering them useless. I contacted the maker of the keyboxes and they said an angle grinder would be needed to remove them.

Smart Home Lock Installation

£200

London, Greater London, EC2V

9th Dec 2025

I have two things that need to be installed at my home... A smart lock on my front door to directly replace the existing lock: https://yalehome.co.uk/keyless-nightlatch-accesskit-black/ (The existing lock is an ERA mortice deadlock- I can send picture if needed). And this battery powered intercom system to connect to my existing entry phone (it's fully compatible as per rings website): https://en-uk.ring.com/products/intercom Each has quite clear installation instructions. The Ring intercom has simple wiring instructions.

He did a good job installing locks with no fuss. Thanks very much.

Door lock/latch stuck - fix or replace lock

£25

St George In The East, Greater London

4th Sep 2025

Door latch appears jammed, need handyman to fix and/or replace the lock. Please see photo

Fantastic workmanship and hard worker to get the job done!

Fix a new lock to me door (yale)

£150

Camberwell, Greater London, SE5

2nd Sep 2025

My Yale lock on the front door had to be removed, I need a new one picking up to the same quality / standard (from Screwfix on Walworth road) and fitting. Tuesday 2nd evening if possible. Screwfix is open until 8pm. Pictures attached. I could also be available between 7 - 8am Wednesday.

I recommend Dean - he is highly professional and checked every detail with me to make sure I was happy.

Recent Auto Locksmith tasks in Central London

Install key safe outside building

£20

Stockwell, Greater London

26th Feb 2026

Hi. I need a key safe installed. Unfortunately I dont have wireless drill!

What a lovely person! Polite, friendly and job done as requested. Very small job but done with no complaints. Will hire him again if I need any help in the future.

I need two doors fixed with new handles with a key lock.

£80

Holland Park, Greater London

25th Feb 2026

I would like to fit two doors with handles containing a lock. I can provide the handles and locks.

Lock/key box fitted to outside wall

£70

Dollis Hill, Greater London

21st Feb 2026

i have a lock/key box i need fitted to the outside wall. its five screws but will need five holes drilled into brickwall.

Friendly polite. Efficient

Remove 3x Keyboxes

£50

Streatham Park, Greater London

10th Feb 2026

I have 3x Key Boxes on the wall next to my front door left over from whoever lived at my flat before me. I would like these removed. The locks have changed and I do not have the codes and neither does the previous owner rendering them useless. I contacted the maker of the keyboxes and they said an angle grinder would be needed to remove them.

Keypad lock repair - asap emergency

£70

Stepney, Greater London, E1

3rd Feb 2026

I NEED SOMEONE TO repair keypad lock as it opens from outside but you cannot open doors from inside

Yale key lock forgotten code Open

£40

Rotherhithe, Greater London

25th Jan 2026

Yale lock outside front door to keep lock box - forgotten code and needs reset

Need to fit a digital code lock and replace a key lock

£70

Surrey Quays, Greater London, SE16

21st Jan 2026

We need a key lock replacement on one of our meeting room doors (can see in photos below of the doors state) We also need a Digital code lock installed onto another door

Edvinas Sadly did arrive very late but was very apologetic for this. The lock he installed work perfectly and looks good was done well and he also tidied up the mess after his work. very good service

Lock with key put on bedroom door

£80

Globe Town, Greater London, E2

5th Jan 2026

I need a lock with a key put onto a bedroom door

Remove broken key stuck in front door lock

£50

Lambeth, Greater London, SE1

1st Jan 2026

Front door key has broken off inside lock. Need to get the key removed from the lock

Removed broken key from lock. Thank you for your quick help

Car key repair or replacement

£50

West Hampstead, Greater London, NW6

11th Dec 2025

I have a 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis Warrior, and the key is broken. The blade has come out and broken the plastic. I tried a replacement shell from Amazon, but the blade doesn't fit. I need the key repaired or replaced

Install key lock on room door

£50

Clapham Park, Greater London

5th Dec 2025

Need a basic key lock to be added to the bedroom door. Door photo is attached. Will need the lock to be purchased as well which can be additional cost to suggested price here which is only for the job.

Great job, will definitely book again!

Re-align chubby lock so key can turn

£120

Shacklewell, Greater London

4th Dec 2025

Hi, chubb lock doesn't close and needs to be realigned so key can turn and door is locked

KEY CUTTING

£10

Angel, Greater London, N1

25th Nov 2025

Hi, we need Key cutting for 5 keys,please tell us the best price and time taken to make it.

I have a Yale Keyless lock and it won’t open

£50

Marylebone, Greater London

22nd Nov 2025

I have a Yale Keyless lock and it doesn’t open sometimes after inputting the code

Need help changing my keys

£30

Brixton, Greater London, SW9

15th Nov 2025

I need quick help changing my key locks

Get a lock removed as i lost the key for it

£50

Camden Town, Greater London, NW1

12th Nov 2025

Its a lock my wardrobe, lost the key and can’t open the wardrobe. If you could open the lock for me as i don’t have the keys for it and also if you can replace it with some kind of lock and of course additonal fee if you was to put a new lock on it for me

Carpenter needs to fix door frame

£100

Brixton, Greater London, SW9

6th Nov 2025

Inside door frame broke, now the door doesn't lock. The lock is fine though.

I need three internal bedroom doors fitted with locks and 2 keys each.

£200

Temple Fortune, Greater London

22nd Oct 2025

I need three internal bedroom doors fitted with locks and 2 keys per door. I would like to keep the existing door handle and the locks to have a similar aesthetic. The tasker will have to supply all the locks/keys and install them. 2 doors are normal. 1 door is a sliding door. Pics available.

Fix my Lock / Keys

£50

Willesden Green, Greater London

22nd Sep 2025

For as long as I can remember, it is a very difficult challenge placing my keys into the lock of our front door in order to open the door. It requires a lot of force trying to push the key fully into the keyhole in order to be able to open the door. This also creates a lot of noise that is very frustrating if someone is trying to enter the house early morning or late evenings. Keys are meant to go in very smoothly and without noise. Please advise.

Put up lockbox for key

£30

Farringdon, Greater London

15th Sep 2025

I need to put up a lockbox for keys outside my office door and I need someone with a drill

Recent Lock Repair tasks in Central London

I need two doors fixed with new handles with a key lock.

£80

Holland Park, Greater London

25th Feb 2026

I would like to fit two doors with handles containing a lock. I can provide the handles and locks.

To fix a lock on a window

£25

Chalk Farm, Greater London, NW1

18th Feb 2026

To fix a lock on a window

Will book again. Knew what he was doing and sorted it.

Fix door handle / lock

£100

Shadwell, Greater London

11th Feb 2026

The door handle felt off. Need to replace either the handle or the whole thing. I have only old handle. New one needs to be bought and will compensate on top of the job.

Fix the door lock dead bolt

£50

Homerton, Greater London, E9

5th Feb 2026

I need the deadbolt of the lock in the door frame to be sorted.

Keypad lock repair - asap emergency

£70

Stepney, Greater London, E1

3rd Feb 2026

I NEED SOMEONE TO repair keypad lock as it opens from outside but you cannot open doors from inside

Street door lock repair / replacement

£25

Peckham, Greater London, SE15

2nd Feb 2026

Small simple repair/ replacement needed to a street door lock that keeps sticking & causing the door to jam I’m guessing the barrel or latch needs replacing (see pics) the tasker will need to buy the right type as part of the job (I’ll cover additional cost with receipts) as I don’t know what’s needed

Fix a not connecting magnet lock on my front door

£50

Queen's Park, Greater London

14th Jan 2026

Magnet not locking the door, not sure what the issue could be

Fix window handle lock

£20

Nag's Head, Greater London

2nd Jan 2026

The window handle lock does not lock the window

Repair glass window in front door

£100

Maida Vale, Greater London

24th Dec 2025

I lost my door keys and had to smash my don’t door glass panel to enter my home and the glass panel now needs replacing or made safe.

Fix door lock

£25

Westbourne Green, Greater London

17th Dec 2025

The doorknob on one side of the door is broken and not turning the lock. It is loose and doesn’t turn.

Fix a toilet door lock that has fallen off

£50

Soho, Greater London, W1F

15th Dec 2025

Lock has fallen off the toilet door - needs re-affixing.

Car key repair or replacement

£50

West Hampstead, Greater London, NW6

11th Dec 2025

I have a 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis Warrior, and the key is broken. The blade has come out and broken the plastic. I tried a replacement shell from Amazon, but the blade doesn't fit. I need the key repaired or replaced

Main door repair

£40

Tooting, Greater London, SW17

1st Dec 2025

Main door doesn't lock with keys from inside. It does lock from the outside and the handle goes up and locks from inside, but just not with the key. It's a PVC main door, which I believe a 5 lock system.

Door lock is stiff/hard to open and close - need repair

£40

Lambeth, Greater London, SE1

28th Nov 2025

Door lock needs a lot of wiggling and maneuvering and strength to open. We need it to be easier to open and more smooth.

To fix a dinning room, a new door interior door for dinning room

£50

Turnpike Lane, Greater London

25th Nov 2025

To install a door in the dinning room a interior door

Good and efficient thanks

Repair damaged internal door, replace latch bolt.

£500

Clapham Common, Greater London, SW4

17th Nov 2025

Repair internal victorian door that was damaged when latch bolt failed. Replace latch bolt. Check operation of other doors.

Carpenter needs to fix door frame

£100

Brixton, Greater London, SW9

6th Nov 2025

Inside door frame broke, now the door doesn't lock. The lock is fine though.

Fix my wardrobe sliding doors

£50

Nine Elms, Greater London, SW8

1st Nov 2025

The sliding doors to my wardrobe are jammed and now won’t open. I need help getting it unjammed asap

Door lock/latch stuck - fix or replace lock

£25

St George In The East, Greater London

4th Sep 2025

Door latch appears jammed, need handyman to fix and/or replace the lock. Please see photo

Fantastic workmanship and hard worker to get the job done!

Fix a new lock to me door (yale)

£150

Camberwell, Greater London, SE5

2nd Sep 2025

My Yale lock on the front door had to be removed, I need a new one picking up to the same quality / standard (from Screwfix on Walworth road) and fitting. Tuesday 2nd evening if possible. Screwfix is open until 8pm. Pictures attached. I could also be available between 7 - 8am Wednesday.

I recommend Dean - he is highly professional and checked every detail with me to make sure I was happy.