How much does a locksmith cost in London and the UK 2021

Mortice locks (Often referred to as Chubb locks ) being among the most common are by far one of the most reliable locks for security. 

Mortice locks in London usually start from £55

 As there are a few different levels of security involved in a Mortice deadlock locks its best to check that they have 5 levers at least. They can range in price depending on the brand of manufacturer and number of keys. Don't forget to factor in the labour to change them as some require adjustments to be made in order for them to fit.

Changing Locks -The cost of changing locks in London is about £75 to £200 on average , which varies in total cost by lock type, fees (bank holidays, weekends, evenings) and your preferred security level. If you have experienced a burglary, we advise you to also consider changing your locks and maybe installing some new ones. There are various situations where changing your locks is necessary. Some additional considerations are:

• If locked out of your home, they will charge about £59 to £150 to come to you. Evening, weekend or holiday services can go up to £95 to £250.
• Locksmiths might charge £2 to £7 to copy a key, but it might cost you up to £35 for special patented keys.

Locksmith service prices in London 2021

The average cost of calling out an emergency Locksmith would be around £89 for the labour, plus any parts. Most respectable Locksmiths will not have a call out charge and will just charge you for the labour and parts. This is just an estimate, and until the Locksmith is actually stood at your door and can see the problem then the price can vary from this.

If you decide you need an emergency locksmith, expect to pay anywhere from £59 to £160 . While that sounds extremely high, there are some factors that play into the cost. If it's a night-time call-out or weekend call-out it may cost you extra. It’s harder to call a few services in these situations to get a few quotes, but make sure you aren’t being scammed for their services.

How much does a locksmith charge in London per hour?

Within normal working hours, which are often considered between 8am to 6pm, you can expect to pay an estimated £89 for up to an hours’ worth of labour.

However the time of day will impact the labour rate as outside of normal working hours, such as late at night or weekends, a premium is often charged. Do also keep in mind that a Locksmith could also increase his hourly rate should he have to travel a greater distance to get to you. You are free to shop around and use a more local service as with all trades.

Locksmith Price Factors : What can Affect the Locksmith prices?

Date and Time

You may be charged more for a Locksmith if you require their services at an inconvenient time such as late at night. Most Locksmith prices will increase between the hours of 8pm to 6am. So don’t expect to be charged the same amount at 3am that you would do at 11:30am.

Depending on the size of the job, for example; how many locks you need changing, will help you factor in to the overall cost of the job.

You will need to confirm whether the price you have been quoted is for the whole job, or changed by the hour.

If all you need is the Locksmith to remove a broken key, then you will only have to pay for the labour. Meaning the job will be less expensive.

However if you need multiple locks replaced, then this will take more labour hours and you will need to include the prices of multiple new locks.

TOP TIP - If you engage a Locksmith during work hours on a work day, then the price is likely to be lower than if you called them out late night on a weekend.

Lock Type and Brand

Using a budget cylinder will mean the job total will be cheaper in the short run

Picking a high security branded cylinder will definitely mean you are spending more money

Euro Locks, Mortice Locks, Nightlatches and Security Bolts all have different costs, so depending on what type of lock you need, the price may vary.

Size of Job

Most Locksmith companies will charge by the hour, if you only require one lock to be changed then you can be pretty confident that the Locksmith will complete the job within an hour. However, if you have just moved house and need every single lock on the doors and windows in your house replaced, then you may need to budget for 2/3 hours. You may also need to consider if your doors or windows have standard or unusual locks. Most Locksmiths carry the standard locks in their vans, however if a part needs to be ordered in, the Locksmith will have to return to your property, meaning they may have to charge another hour of labour. At SMS Locksmith this would only ever apply to special order lock, we don't charge more for coming back to fit a lock that is usually carried by emergency locksmiths, including mechanisms.

Parts/Equipment Needed

If you require locks to be replaced as part of the service, then you will be charged for the new parts as well as the labour. This is often the case with snapped locks and cylinders, or if a lock has been damaged beyond repair. The type of lock you need is be dependent on the type of door you have and what your insurance policy requires. This may stop you from getting the least expensive, basic lock. The parts cost may also increase if you have a digital or smart lock, as these are harder to fix and more expensive to replace. If you have a UPVC door or something has gone wrong with the mechanism, this may also increase the price as they must be matched like for like and are often from overseas manufacturers.

London Locksmith Prices

London Locksmith Hourly Prices

The hourly price of a locksmith in London can be from £75 per hour as labour charges. Again most reputable locksmiths will not charge a call out fee, rather the labour charge will be higher.

The cost of hiring a locksmith in London may be slightly more expensive than elsewhere in the UK due to charges the locksmith has to pay such as congestion and parking charges.

Last but not least

London Prices for an Emergency Locksmith ( Out Of Hours 8PM to 6AM )

The cost of emergency locksmith in London per hour will be from £95 per hour rising to approximately £120 per hour after midnight, it's important factor in weekends, bank holidays/xmas & new year as the price may increase. Be sure to always ask the locksmith before they come out rough prices. If the quote goes from £45 to £300 real quick with no solid explanation, it may be time to call another company. Even if it means paying their cancellation fee, it can save you £100's in the long run.

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