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We Are An Independent Website Set Up To Provide Transparency And Advice In The World Of Locksmith Prices, Shoe Repair Prices, Car Key Prices And Domestic Key Cutting Prices. We Have Also Listed Some General Price Guides For Other Services We Have Listed Only The Most Trusted Companies In the UK and Ireland, As Well As Providing Price Guides And Advice.
Locksmith Services & Prices
We look at, and compare locksmith prices throughout the UK
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These locks were popular in the 90's for timber doors hinged on the left or the right. They can be very expensive to replace. | £ 195 | £ 250 | ||
Most of the time, the reason why locksmiths charge a lot for their service is because of the clients’ urgency. If you need to change your locks immediately and outside the usual business hours, you may expect to pay more for the service. Along with this, locksmiths may also charge more if they have to travel a distance to get to you. A good locksmith should be able to open this in a matter of minutes with no damage to the lock, however if the lock has failed or the snib has malfunctioned, drilling may be the only option. | £ 75 | £ 130 | ||
Euro Cylinder locks are most commonly seen on residential properties with UPVC doors.
The prices quoted here are for non emergency callouts on standard (Non BS) euro locks. If you have lost the keys, and the door is locked, there will usually be an extra charge depending on the labour involved.
In an emergency or out of hours situation, the prices will usually increase around 25 %. British Standard locks will usually be dearer also. | £ 75 | £ 110 |
Key Cutting Services & Prices
We look at domestic Key Cutting services and prices throughout the UK & Ireland
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The ABS endurance lock has emerged in the market in 2020. The Endurance lock has been made for a specific door and window company in the UK. These locks are British Standard, 3 star locks of the highest quality.
Your ABS Master Key Code is two letters followed by 7 numbers and then four more letters. The Key code begins with two Alpha Digits followed by seven numbers and a further four alpha digits* For example: MG2457877AFTA. On older models the code did not include the last two alpha digits.
Currently not many key cutters are offering this service. If you are lucky enough to find someone, you may need to present your security card for authorisation. | £ 17 | £ 26 | ||
Avocet ABS keys are a High Security key for the ABS 3 Star Cylinder. These keys can only be cut through an ABS Elite Centre.
Usually ABS keys are cut on genuine ABS key blanks using state-of-the art machines to ensure a perfect fit every time. To become an elite centre, companies need to stock the cylinders so a certain investment is needed by the stockist. Bearing this in mind it is unlikely you will be able to get these cut in smaller shoe repairers or hardware stores. This also reflects the higher prices charged for these keys.
It's more likely that key cutting locksmiths or dedicated key cutting shops may be able to help. If you have lost your card, a skilled key cutter should be able to help as long as you can show identification. You can find your local authorised ABS Key Centre Here. | £ 17.50 | £ 24 | ||
Mauer safes are common in the UK and Ireland. They are seen in safes made by Mauer, Chubb safes, President and a few others. They can be be tricky to get copied. Good calibrated machinery is necessary as well an an experienced Key Cutter or locksmith. When you get a new key cut you should always try to lock it and unlock it with the door open to ensure it operates correctly. If you try to do it in the closed position, and the key jams, it can cause a lot of trouble. Please allow a number of hours for this service. | £ 34 | £ 49 |
Shoe Repair Services & Prices
We list the main services your local Cobbler may offer, as well as prices guides and an Elite Shoe Repair Directory.
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Replacement soles for ladies shoes are easily available through shoe repair stores. Depending on the type and thickness they are glued or stitched on. | £ 22 | £ 32 | ||
Stick-on soles are there to provide anti-slip properties for the shoes and also to remedy small tears on soles before the damage gets worse.
If you haven’t been to a shoe repair shop before, consider choosing an independant one as they may charge less. Bigger repair companies tend to be more expensive as they have bigger overheads. Nevertheless, there’s no harm in doing research and comparing prices before you decide on a shop. | £ 16 | £ 24 | ||
If you need a replacement resin sole, your local shoe repair shop should be able to help you with it. Prices vary depending on the location and the process used to repair the sole. | £ 20 | £ 30 |
Auto Locksmith / Vehicle Key / Car Fob Prices
We list many of the popular Vehicle keys and advise what you can expect to pay. Auto Locksmith Services are also included.
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Old car keys can easily be cut by your local key cutter. | £ 10 | £ 20 | ||
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£ 43 | £ 75 |
General Price Guides
Price guides for miscellaneous services
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Watch engraving is a a quick job. Any watch repair shop can do it for you. | £ 12 | £ 25 | ||
£ 12 | £ 27 | |||
Engraved pet tags offer a convenient way to keep your pet safe. They are lightweight, affordable and even trendy. | £ 7 | £ 15 |
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