Trusted Locksmith Chester for 24/7 Emergency Services
Locksmith Chester is a 24/7 emergency locksmith covering CH1, CH2, CH3 and CH4, with arrival in 30 to 60 minutes.
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Local Locksmith in Chester Insured and DBS Checked
Locksmith Chester is a local business based at 6 St John Street, CH1 1DA, and our locksmiths cover CH1, CH2, CH3 and CH4 postcodes.
Every call out is organised according to our customer's postcode as different areas can have very different styles of door. Some areas of Chester, for example Hoole and Handbridge, have lots of older terraced houses and timber doors, whilst Upton and Newton have lots of uPVC doors, and Blacon has a fair number of patio doors.
Our locksmiths also work on commercial premises, including local shops and offices around landmarks such as Eastgate Clock, the Rows and Chester Cathedral. We can be with you in as little as 30 to 60 minutes, any time of the day or night. All of our locksmiths are City and Guilds trained, DBS checked, fully insured and each has 8 years experience as a locksmith.
The handle was turning, but the door wasn’t opening, locking the homeowner out of their home. Our engineer was able to open the door non-destructively and replace the broken pair of handles and spindle. We also adjusted the keep on the frame. The existing mortise lock was working fine, so we left that. Job done in less than an hour. The price range for this job was £80 to £120.
All our work is guaranteed for 1 year; we always give a comprehensive up-front price inclusive. Labour, parts & VAT are quoted before commencing the job, & there is never a call out fee!
Locksmith Services in Chester
Residential Locksmith
Moving house creates issues related to security. We change locks, re-key cylinders, and fit anti-snap or British Standard locks on both old terraces and modern buildings in Chester. Jammed or sticking mechanisms can also be attended to.
Commercial Locksmith
Shops, businesses and offices require security that works around their operations. We offer master key installations, shutter lock repairs, and attend to emergencies outside office hours. Access control is yet another service we offer.
Auto Locksmith
Car lockouts can occur at inconvenient times. We provide you access to your car without any damage and provide duplicate keys in case of key loss. Chester residents turn to us in emergencies.
Lock Repair & Replacement
Not all broken locks need to be completely replaced. First, we have to determine what the real problem is. Euro cylinders, mortice locks, night latches, deadbolts, and gate locks are among the types that we cover.
Key Cutting
If you have lost your key or require spare keys for your tenants and family members. We cut standard door keys while you wait. We also offer fast cuts on padlock keys, garage door keys, and cabinet keys.
UPVC Door Locksmith
uPVC doors make up a large number of our calls. Some of the problems include a stuck multi-point mechanism, drooping doors where the hook is out of alignment, and faulty handles. Our company provides services for repairing mechanisms, cylinders, and handles of uPVC, composite, patio, and French doors.
Why Choose Our Chester Locksmiths
24/7 Availability
Locked out at 3am? Call any time, day or night, including weekends and bank holidays.
Fast Response
We aim to reach most Chester addresses quickly and give you a realistic arrival time when you call.
Expert Locksmiths
Skilled in lockouts, lock repairs and replacements for homes, businesses and vehicles.
Trusted Service
DBS checked, insured, with fixed prices agreed upfront and no hidden charges.
Emergency Locksmith Chester
Our emergency locksmith in Chester is available 24 hours a day and arrives within 30 to 60 minutes, we will always give you an estimate price on the phone. We don't charge a call out fee.
If you are locked out don't try and force the door/window in as the damage is normally far more expensive that a new lock. Make sure you have checked the back door is not left open. If there is anyone in danger in the property call 999 before calling us.
- Lost your keys and can't get into your home
- Left your keys inside the house
- Broken a key off in the lock
- Got a jammed or siezed lock
- Locked out of your car anywhere in Chester
- Lock failure has left your property insecure
- Door will not shut or lock
What Happens When You Call
When you call 01244 555046, we ask for your address (including postcode) and details about your lock problem. We’ll then tell you an estimated price for our service and a time that one of our locksmiths should arrive at your address. We’ll also let you know the name of the engineer who’s been sent out.
Please be aware there is an extra out-of-hours fee if you need a locksmith to come out on a weekend or during the night. If this is the case, we will inform you of this additional cost before an engineer visits.
When our engineer arrives at your address, he will:
- Show photo ID
- Ensure you are a resident at the address
- Give a quote (including parts, labour and VAT) for each individual lock
- Attempt all methods of non-destructive entry prior to destructive entry
We will never start work without your consent, and any changes to the price will be explained before work is completed. We only replace a lock if it’s damaged, and before leaving we check that your door is working correctly.
Locks We Repair, Replace and Install
We repair or replace euro cylinders, multipoint locks, mortice locks, night latches and deadlocks, fit Yale Locks, supply anti-snap cylinders and more. We always tell you what British Standard a lock conforms to if it is a new lock being fitted. If unsure what lock you have, WhatsApp us a pic, and we’ll advise on your options before you book in the job.
BS3621: British Standard, often required by insurers on new locks fitted to external timber doors
TS007 3 Star: British Standard rated to be more resistant to lock snapping and drilling attacks.
Hoole and Handbridge: Worn Latches, Loose Handles and Dropped Doors
Lots of older properties in Hoole and Handbridge have timber front doors. Sometimes it isn’t actually the lock at all that has a problem, but the latch can be worn, making it seem like the lock has a fault. Dropping doors can also cause this, which we can adjust but without replacing your lock. Loose door handles are also common with these properties, often caused by a worn spindle, which is a quick fix. We always try to repair locks where possible instead of replacing if it is still in good condition.
Upton and Newton: uPVC Doors That Will Not Lock
There are lots of uPVC doors in Upton and Newton, and oftentimes if the handle feels loose or it’s difficult to lift and lock your door, it doesn’t always need replacing. If the gearbox has failed, it won’t resolve the problem by just changing the cylinder. Gearbox repairs are often our first port of call.
Blacon: Patio Door Locks
Blacon has lots of patio doors, and as they get used daily, they are bound to develop issues. If it’s not closing properly or sealing against its frame firmly or the lock is sticking, it probably needs a repair rather than replacing the whole lock. We repair lots of patio door locks as well as front and back doors.
The City Centre: Business Lockouts and Lock Repairs
We also attend shops and offices in and around Eastgate Clock, the Rows, by Chester Cathedral and throughout the city centre to carry out lock repairs or assist with lockouts from £90. We’ll always provide a quote for each door.
Locksmith for Landlords and Rental Properties
We change locks between tenants, install master key systems over multiple properties, and turn around jobs fast so your property doesn’t sit vacant. We invoice landlords and letting agents directly. Lock changes are also the most efficient method of deactivating previously issued keys when a tenant moves out.
Locksmith Prices in Chester
We charge a starting price of £80 for lockouts, with the majority of residential services priced at £80-£120, and our commercial services start at £90. All prices quoted are inclusive of labour, parts and VAT with no call out fee.
| Service | Price | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| Home lockout | From £80 | Non destructive entry tried first, lock checked, door tested |
| Lock repair | £80 to £120 typical | Fault diagnosed, sound lock repaired, door tested |
| Lock replacement | £90 to £150 typical | New lock fitted, quote for each lock, 1 year guarantee |
| uPVC door and window locks | £80 to £150 typical | Gearbox, handle or alignment fault diagnosed and repaired |
| Commercial lock work | From £90 | Business lockout or lock repair, quote for each door |
The final cost will depend on the time of day, the type of lock, the particular part required and the state of the door. An additional charge will apply for out-of-hours calls. We'll advise this on the telephone before we send anyone out. We'll also let you know if the fault turns out to be different from how it was first described before we do any more work.
Areas We Cover Across Chester
Hoole
Upton
Boughton
Handbridge
Blacon
Huntington
Lache
Newton
Vicars Cross
Great Boughton
Christleton
Saughall
Hoole Village
Chester Gates
Saltney
Frequently Asked Questions
In Chester, the cost of a lockout is at least £80, with typical domestic work being around £80-£120. Commercial jobs start at £90. The price may vary depending on the time of day, the kind of lock, the specific part required, and the state of the door. The quoted price covers labour, parts and VAT, and there’s no call-out fee.
Just call 01244 555046, and we will give you an arrival time within a 30 to 60 minute window. You just need to give us your address and postcode, and we'll also let you know the approximate price before the engineer sets out. We're available 24 hours a day and the window is the same in CH1, CH2, CH3 and CH4.
It makes sense to change locks when moving house because someone who lives there before you, whether owners, tenants or even contractors, may have keys. A cylinder change can be less expensive than replacing the whole lock. We will always ask our engineer to inspect the existing locks, discuss both options with the customer and then provide a quote for each lock individually.
Usually yes. Our engineer will use special tools to extract the broken part of your key, and most locks remain fully operational after this. If any damage has occurred to the lock itself, our engineer will advise you on all possible repair or replacement procedures and associated fees and ask your permission prior to making any changes.
Ask for the engineer’s name before they arrive, and look out for their uniform, photo ID and branded van. We only work with locksmiths who are DBS checked, fully insured, and perform an ownership check before they gain entry to your home. Never agree to any locksmith that won’t give you a price up front.
The majority of lock repair jobs and uPVC door lock replacement jobs in Chester range from £80 to £150, depending on the issue.We check the door first, as replacing a broken gearbox, re-fitting a loose handle, or rehanging a dropped door requires different work. The quote includes labour, parts and VAT, and we’ll inform you if the price changes before any work starts.
Yes, out-of-hours visits carry an extra charge. We will tell you the precise amount over the phone prior to the engineer setting off, and we'll also let you know the estimated cost and arrival time. There is no call-out charge and the final price includes labour, parts and VAT.
