50 Emergency Locksmith near you

Yes, they can. Locksmiths have various methods and tools that can unlock your car or house without damaging the lock or even the door. That's why booking an emergency locksmith beats trying to smash into your home through a window or breaking down the door. But, if you've already done some damage, you can use Airtasker to book a handyman for your broken door. 

There are several ways to do this. For padlocks, you can hit it with a hammer, break the shackles with a pair of wrenches, or jimmy the tumbler lock with a screwdriver. For door locks, you can use the tried-and-tested bobby pins method or drill into the lock. Knives or wedges can also dislodge a door or car door lock.  

Yes. This is one of the many services you can avail of from an emergency locksmith. If you want to remove a lock without damaging it or the door itself, we recommend requesting an emergency locksmith through our platform. 

If you get locked out of your house and don't have any spare keys (or nearby friends with spare keys), book an emergency locksmith ASAP. With Airtasker, it takes only a few minutes to request an appointment with a specialist. And since our platform matches you with local locksmiths, your emergency locksmith will be with you in an hour or so. Before you know it, you'll be back inside your house! 

 Emergency locksmith services typically cost £70 to £150, depending on the time of day, location, and complexity of the job. Late-night, weekend, or bank holiday callouts may carry a surcharge. Airtasker allows you to get upfront quotes before committing.

Many emergency locksmiths on Airtasker are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Check availability when posting your task, especially for out-of-hours jobs.

 Yes. You can arrange to meet your Tasker at the property or coordinate with a friend or neighbor if needed. Some locksmiths may ask for proof of ID or residence before unlocking.