Welcome To WhatsTheDamage.net!

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

Service Provided	Average Price	Top Price	More Information
Price to Replace a Millenco Mantis Mechanism The Millenco Mantis Mechanism is one of the more expensive lock mechanisms to replace and this will definitely be reflected in the final price you pay. The Millenco Mantis MK1 is the only mechanism that has the unique 117/86PZ measurements that match the door handle. It may be possible to repair these locks but that is at the locksmiths discretion, as sometimes other parts of the lock may fail afterwards. Many locksmiths feel it's best to supply a new system so they can provide a 12 month warranty.	£ 210	£ 265	Read More
Price To Upgrade A Euro Lock To A 3 Star Cylinder (Supply And Fit) It is very important that you have a secure home. Should you suspect that your current euro cylinders are outdated and vulnerable to attack, you should seriously consider replacing these locks with high security, 3 Star cylinders. The euro cylinder can be the most vulnerable part of your door. By using techniques that we will not discuss here, a burglar may be able to gain access in less than 60 seconds, if you have an antiquated or ill fitting cylinder. The BSI kitemark is a certification mark that represents safety and quality and is trusted and respected throughout the world. In the UK a growing number of insurance companies now insist that any euro lock fitted to an external door must have a British Standard Kitemark	£ 105	£ 145	Read More
Price For An ERA Vectis Multipoint Upgrade (Including Handles) The ERA Vectis is a 5 lever lock multipoint locks which was regularly installed in UPVC doors around 15 - 20 years ago. The Era - Vectis 5 lever - Multipoint lock gearbox comes in two backset sizes; 35mm (Standard UPVC) and 45mm (Composite, Timber). The Vectis is also available in either a hook bolt or deadbolt model, which both have their pros and cons. If your ERA lock fails, there are two options for the locksmith. 1 - Replace the Gearbox or full strip with a like for like job. This will often be the cheaper job as there are less parts and work involved. 2 - The locksmith may upgrade the lock to a new style lock. This will include new handles and a new Euro Cylinder. There are more parts involved and more labour however many see this as a better job in many peoples opinions. The price quoted on whatsthedamage.net includes a full refurbishment which means you get new handles and new cylinder keys. This is the average price and does not include emergency callout or gain entry fees.	£ 210	£ 265	Read More

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Key Cutting Services & Prices

We look at domestic Key Cutting services and prices throughout the UK & Ireland

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Price For ASSA Flexcore Key Cutting Assa Flexcore Keys are patented and restricted. They offer a greater level of security, due to their design. The unique design of the Flexcore keys offers copy-protection, enabling the owner of the property or lock to be able to control and track what keys have been created and issued. You will be unable to get these Flexcore keys cut in the majority of locksmith and key cutting shops in the UK and Ireland. Only the original installer or locksmith will be able to supply a copy. Check your key for a reference. If you are a tenant, contact your landlord for further information. Some locksmiths / key cutters will go the extra mile and try and source and order the key for you. A letter of authority and proof of ID is always required.	£ 25	£ 35	Read More
Price for a Gatemate Dimple Key Often used as Gate Keys and possibly more. These Gatemate keys suit Perry locks also. Replacement Gatemate & Perry dimple keys are not available to be cut to code, so you need to bring the key into the shop to be duplicated. Duplication should take less than 10 minutes per key.	£ 13.50	£ 22	Read More
Price for an APECS Dimple & Track Key – 3 Star The APECS AP Double Euro Cylinder is a BSI 3 Star Kitemark, Sold Secure Diamond Standard Cylinder which offers maximum protection. These may also be branded as Mila. The APECS/MILA cylinder guards against snapping, drilling, plug-extraction, picking and bumping. The cylinder usually comes withy 3 keys. Additional keys can but supplied from some APECS authorised centres and other experienced locksmiths. Copying these keys can take between 5 - 10 minutes per key. Its best to contact your local key cutter beforehand to check if they can copy them.	£ 16	£ 21	Read More

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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.

Service Provided	Average Price	Top Price	More Information
Price to Shorten Belts Shortening a belt often based on how the belt is connected to the buckle, a professional cobbler will normally shorten it without difficulty.	£ 12	£ 14	Read More
Price of Leather Heel Repair Leather heeled shoes are prone to damage when used regularly. Fortunately, getting them repaired and/or replaced is relatively quick and easy.	£ 15	£ 20	Read More
Price to Restich Soles – Welted Welted shoes are made the old-fashioned way, with the sole attached to a welt (a leather strip that runs along the outside of the shoe) rather than the lining. This can seem meaningless, but it results in shoes that are more durable, waterproof, and long-lasting.	£ 6	£ 8	Read More

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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.

Service Provided	Average Price	Top Price	More Information
Old style ford vehicle key Old car keys can easily be cut by your local key cutter.	£ 10	£ 20	Read More
Ford Tibbe – Supply and cut: (NON TRANSPONDER)	£ 13	£ 20	Read More
Ford Transponder tibbe	£ 43	£ 75	Read More

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General Price Guides

Price guides for miscellaneous services

Service Provided	Average Price	Top Price	More Information
Metal strap alteration (remove 4 links) Metal straps from watches can easily be removed as the chain itself has been designed to allow resizing and readjusting.	£ 8	£ 12	Read More
Standard .7 186 mineral glass replacement Mineral glass is the most common type of glass used in watches. The manner by which this glass is produced helps make it more scratch-resistant compared to other types of watch glass.	£ 27	£ 65	Read More
Miyota 6m12 type movement replacement For the past four decades, Miyota has been the trusted movement manufacturer for many different brands worldwide. The company has a factory in Japan where they produce high quality movements at high speed production rates.	£ 34	£ 65	Read More