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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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 | Digital door locks can be installed on a variety of doors:
| £ 105 | £ 160 | |
 | 5-lever mortice dead locks are commonly used on wooden doors. They lock on both sides as they get fitted WITHIN the door rather than ON the door. | £ 95 | £ 140 | |
 | Unlike most locks that are placed on the surface of the door, the 5-lever mortice lock is fitted within the door. It locks from both the outside and the inside of the door using a key. | £ 90 | £ 135 |
Key Cutting Services & Prices
We look at domestic Key Cutting services and prices throughout the UK & Ireland
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 | Restricted keys mean only a signatory is allowed to have it cut.
These are older style keys and the restriction has expired, which means copy keys are available. However only an experienced professional will stock the correct blanks. | £ 7 | £ 12 | |
 | These ERA 3 Star "red head" keys normally have a key code starting with ""6Y"", printed on the neck of the key underneath the head cover. ERA 3 star locks are high security and are commonly found on uPVC doors. | £ 7.50 | £ 12 | |
 | These patented keys have been on the market since 2018. They are more expensive to buy wholesale than regular, non patented keys.
If you are unsure if yours is patented, take a close look at each side of your key. It will say patented in small writing around or under the head. Most key cutters will still be able to cut these but they will cost more. | £ 7 | £ 10 |
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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 | If you ever damage your Dr Martens you can get replacements for the damaged parts for a cost. | £ 50 | £ 75 | |
 | Replacing both the soles and heels of your shoes can be pricey, since they cover a large portion of the footwear. Leather soles are expensive and the process to replace them is laborious. | £ 60 | £ 85 | |
 | Higher quality replacements for the whole sole-to-heel area may be a bit more expensive than other forms of repair. However, this repair can add more years to your shoes and actually save you money in the long run. | £ 70 | £ 105 |
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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 | This guide is for all Nissan Qashqai keys that have gone missing. If you just need a spare, click here. PLEASE NOTE: There is an inherent software issue with some of these vehicles which means that programming a spare key can immobilise the vehicle. Please use a reputable Auto Locksmith for this one folks! Not someone on Facebook who’s offering to do it for £60. If they damage your vehicle, your car will need to be send to the dealer and the repair costs can be up to £2000. | £ 230 | £ 290 | |
 | This page is for any Ford Focus keys that have been lost or stolen. If you only need a spare, click here. | £ 190 | £ 260 | |
 | This page is for anyone who has lost all Volkswagen Golf keys. Click here if you just need a spare. | £ 190 | £ 260 |
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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