SMS Locksmith South Kensington

Lock and keys are a part of our daily life. We use them to secure our homes, businesses, and cars. When they are damaged or we lose keys, it becomes a challenge to figure out how to gain access again without specialist help. Locks are specialised devices that required duly trained professional locksmiths to install, repair or replace.

At SMS Locksmiths, we have a team of qualified locksmiths that can help our clients in South Kensington SW7 access the help they need to resolve whatever lock-related problem. From new installations to upgrades, key extraction to new locks, we offer a range of locksmith services to serve the community of South Kensington. For access to the best locksmith service, get in touch with our team today.

Services Offered

Lock Installation and Replacement

Lock installations are a special skill when you consider the many types of locks there are and the various materials used to make the doors and windows that need them.

Our professional locksmiths are trained and experienced in new lock installation and lock replacement. This can be for new builds or for older properties that the owners want to upgrade.

Our London locksmith can also provide advisory services on what particular type of door lock is best suited to your South Kensington SW7 property. This is often guided by such factors as the level of security required and budget. Whatever make and model you decide on for lock replacements, we will be able to provide the high quality locks needed.

A local locksmith can also be of service if your lock has been damaged and beyond lock repair. We will make every effort to see if other solutions can be found to salvage the lock, but if unable to do so, will endeavour to find a suitable replacement and make replacement with minimal damage to the door and frame.

Broken Key Extraction

It is not unusual for keys to break off in the door lock. This is especially common where the lock and key are older and have suffered gradual wear and tear to the point the teeth of the key now catch inside the lock.

It can also happen if you have a poor-quality lock installed or have a tendency to apply too much pressure when using the key locks. Where you find you have to use much force to turn the key, there is probably a problem that needs addressing by a locksmith.

Our professional London locksmiths have the requisite tools and training to extract broken keys from such locks and make a key replacement if you do not already have copy keys. This extraction and replacement of the key help make our locksmith services more affordable for clients that were not prepared to deal with the cost of a full replacement.

This locksmith service can take just minutes for extraction. You can call on our South Kensington locksmith at any time of day, any day of the week as part of our emergency locksmith services. 

Lock Opening and Lockouts

Being locked out of your home, office or car can be embarrassing and stressful. It can also easily turn into an emergency if you end up locking in a child, pet, or leaving the stove or iron on.

Rather than force window locks or break down the door, simply call for a London locksmith to help. Each of our emergency locksmith providers is an expert in lock picking and slipping. We will do our best to ensure a non-destructive entry so you can get back into your South Kensington SW7 property and not have to replace a broken lock.

Some of these emergencies can be time-sensitive, meaning you need to urgently regain entry. Our emergency locksmith services can be called upon at any time of day or day of the week. We constantly have a local locksmith on the road, meaning he could be just minutes from your South Kensington SW7 location.

After Burglary Repairs

A break-in can be a nasty experience. Once you suffer this kind of invasion, it is not surprising to want to restore normalcy as soon as possible. Call on us for after burglary repairs services that will ensure your property is safeguarded from further harm.

We undertake all manner of emergency burglary repairs and emergency boarding. Our emergency locksmith team will come in to assess the damage caused and take steps to make repairs and replacements where needed to your South Kensington SW7 property.

Intruders will often damage locks, doors, windows, glass, and frames when trying to get in. We offer door refurbishment and repair services so both the locks and the furniture they are fixed to are restored to good working order.

We can also provide a glaziers emergency locksmith service that will ensure there is glass supplied and installed for full restoration, including in cases where you have single or double glazed units. This is important where you require door and window repair because of damage done to the lock, frame, and glass. Fixing all these components is the only way to restore security.

If you think that the door lock was of poor quality or simply feel unsafe about retaining the existing lock, we can offer security advice and supply an upgrade to high security locks. We stock various high security locks that will offer better protection.

If the damage is extensive and requires a wait time for repair parts to come in, we can provide boarding up services as a temporary solution. This will help to deter burglars, vandals, and possible squatters from your South Kensington SW7 property.

Call us for emergency locksmith services as soon as you can to avoid further intrusion. A property that has been broken into and has broken locks will often tempt other criminal activity. To salvage what valuables you still have and deter a repeat attack, let us help you secure your property fast with burglary repairs commercial boarding services.

Door Refurbishment and Carpentry

Whether it is due to a burglary or trying to forcefully get back into your home or office after losing keys, it is not uncommon for damage to be done to a door or window. More so if you have a quality lock that holds up well, the door and frame are likely to suffer the worst damage.

This does not however mean you have to replace them all. Sometimes a simple door or window repair is all that is needed. This may however require expertise in other areas besides locksmith services.

Our professional locksmiths are also trained in carpentry, joinery, and fabrication works. This enables them to undertake window and door refurbishment where damage has been caused beyond just the door and window locks. This includes the more complex frame repair fire doors may require for commercial properties in South Kensington SW7.

Our locksmiths can repair various types of doors including fire doors, uPVC doors, wooden doors, aluminium doors, and glass doors and frames. Where the damage is extensive, we can also arrange for the urgent replacement door and locks as part of the emergency services.

uPVC Lock Repairs

The uPVC door is popular for being affordable, thermal-efficient, and stylish. They are typically used as external doors and can accommodate multi-point locks. While very secure, uPVC door locks can also often cause lockouts due to their automatic locking mechanism. Being used as external doors, they are also more likely to have the entry lock tampered with by intruders.

Our South Kensington SW7 locksmith service caters to clients that have problematic uPVC doors that need repairs or lock replacement. Sometimes the problem may not be the lock but rather the alignment of the door to its frame. This is a common problem when extreme weather occurs. If you are experiencing difficulty with your door and start to hear strange noises when opening and closing it, do get in touch with us and we will send a professional locksmith to come to assess the problem and undertake lock repair.

If you think that your door locks have been being tampered with, we can check on their quality. While the euro cylinder is the standard for uPVC locks door, some installations can be of poor quality. All the locks we stock and supply are of the highest quality and offer excellent security to property owners. For quick replacement services door locks for uPVC doors are available.

Burglary Security Systems

You do not need to wait for a burglary to occur at your South Kensington SW7 property to do something serious about securing it. Investing in a burglary security system is a good way to deter intruders and enjoy greater peace of mind.

Whether a property is occupied or unoccupied by yourself or a tenant, investing in an installation alarm and surveillance system is a move that even your insurer will appreciate.

We offer a range of security features for your consideration including spy holes, door chains, mortice locks, high security key systems, a CCTV system, panic bar installation, and burglar alarms. We can advise you on what options will have the most impact given the nature of the premises, location in South Kensington, your budget, and other risk factors.

Why Choose SMS Locksmiths

Non-Destructive Entry

Forcing a lock can cause damage to the lock, door or window, and its frame. This means that door or window lock repair afterwards can be quite costly as you try to restore things to normal. We urge that you instead call on our emergency services to address the problem before resorting to brute force.

Our professional locksmiths will always try for non-destructive entry on the first attempt. This way, you may not even need to replace the lock. This means faster resolution of the problem and a lower bill for commercial locksmith services.

Free Estimates and Advice

Whenever you looking to engage locksmith services, it helps to have a good idea of what kind of costs you can expect. When calling to make an appointment or engage our emergency locksmith service, try to provide us with as many details as you can and we will in turn give a free estimate of the costs you are likely to experience.

You can also consult with us on your security needs and we will provide free advice on what kind of installations, upgrades and security systems you can consider for improving your safety. The safety of your family and property is important and more than worth the simple call you will make to consult with our team.

Affordable

Every effort is made to ensure minimal damage when working on locks and attached furniture. We know that incidents that call for locksmith services are often unexpected, meaning our clients had not planned on this expenditure. Hence, we try to ensure the lowest cost possible while delivering the highest quality service.

Remember that cheap can be expensive, especially when it comes to security, hence the reason we only work with quality brands. We supply these locks at competitive prices so you do not have to struggle to find quality hardware.

Fast and Reliable

We regularly have a South Kensington locksmith in the field. If you require high quality locksmith services, then get in touch with us and we will confirm how far away he is and how soon to expect his arrival.

This fast and reliable service has become a part of our brand identity and the reason our clients are happy to grant us repeat business and strong referrals. Our mobile emergency locksmith is often less than 30 minutes away from most locations in the South Kensington SW7 area and will get to you quickly when called.

Local Providers

SMS Locksmiths has served the residents and businesses of South West London for years and continues to do so with those of South Kensington SW7. Our network of local locksmiths is familiar with the security needs and challenges of the locality and is, therefore, best placed to offer advice when needed.

Many clients also appreciate being able to support local tradesmen who deliver these commercial locksmith services. If you are looking for a South Kensington locksmith, get in touch with us today.

Proven Expertise

Our locksmiths have years of experience in the industry and in serving the residents of South West London, including South Kensington SW7. They have worked on all kinds of locks including rim locks, uPVC door locks, Yale Locks, Banham locks, Chubb locks, and Ingersoll locks. There is no make or model of lock that meets British Standards that we have not handled.



Our expertise has enabled us to deliver fast results to our clients in the South West London area when it comes to repairs and installations. We are also well-versed in security matters and offer advisory services to residents looking to make upgrades to their property. Our locksmiths are fully trained and qualified to provide our clients with whatever locksmith services they require, at any time.