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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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A night latch is one of the most popular types of lock that’s used in residential properties with wooden doors. These locks are simple yet very effective in providing basic security for homes, but if your in a rush and forget your keys inside the house and close the door, then you're locked out!
This price is for opening only. Not replacing. A new cylinder may be approximately £20 - £30 on top of this price. This should only be needed if the lock is damaged or if you have no spare keys.
| £ 70 | £ 95 |
Key Cutting Services & Prices
We look at domestic Key Cutting services and prices throughout the UK & Ireland
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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 | ||
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 | ||
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 |
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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A lot will depend on whether you travel to the business or the locksmith comes to you. | £ 80 | £ 150 | ||
Would you bring your own burger and bun into McDonalds and ask them to cook it for you? Many key cutters and locksmiths feel this way about people bringing their own key blanks to them.
There are many reasons that key cutters don't like to offer this service. But there are many that will. Its best to contact your local shop to ask them beforehand. | £ 13 | £ 25 | ||
This remote covers the Opel Astra J and the Opel Insignia. 2 or 3 button.
Suitable for the following models:
Opel Adam, Astra J (2009 +), Mokka, Zafira C (2012 +), Insignia.
You should know that this is a price for a spare key when you have a working key already. If you have no working keys then the price will be more expensive. | £ 95 | £ 155 |
General Price Guides
Price guides for miscellaneous services
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There are many different types of budget watch straps on the market. Most of which are made of genuine leather and other good quality materials. | £ 9.50 | £ 16 | ||
Watch repair shops can change your watch strap for you for a small cost. They usually have watch straps available in-store for you to choose from. | £ 9 | £ 23 | ||
Engraving name badge is quick and simple. Any local engraving shop can do it for you. | £ 9 | £ 25 |
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