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Searching for locksmiths in Dorset? Our locksmiths in Dorset can provide you with the most beneficial quotes to have a lock changed at your house.

Replacing a locking mechanism in your household normally takes a professional just a couple of minutes. The specialist in Dorset will take a look at the front door you need attached with a locking mechanism and find the ideal design and type to your requirements. Locks provide a wealth of secureness, providing peace of mind all year round.

Let us give you no obligation quotations from locksmiths in Dorset who will be equipped to fit a different locking mechanism in your house. You'll be able to evaluate these quotations and figure out the very best locksmith professional for your house.

Average Locksmith cost in Dorset

The regular cost of Locksmith is £150. Costs can change based on the materials and the business selected. The upper price range can be as high as £172.5. The material costs are usually approximately £37.5

Average price per Locksmith job in 2024

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£113

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£150

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£173

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£75

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Prices based on actual Locksmith costs for Dorset, as reported by local Quotatis members.

Locksmith installation cost in Dorset 2024

Labour cost £105
Material cost £38
Waste removal £8
Time frame: 1 day

Locksmith searches in March 2024

Locksmith Projects in Dorset in February 2024

15,137

Requests for quotations in Dorset in February 2024

590

Requests for Locksmith quotations in Dorset in February 2024. 5% change from January 2024.

2,131

Requests for Locksmith quotations in South West in February 2024. -3% change from January 2024.

We noted 15,137 requests for home quotes in Dorset. Of these quote requests the number of locksmith quotations within Dorset was 590. Quotatis would have been in a position to match these consumers with up to 4 suitable installers who were available for work in Dorset at that time. Request a free property survey from trustworthy companies in Dorset.

Source: Numbers calculated based on the search volumes in major search engines

Locksmith searches in cities and towns near Dorset February 2024

480

Requests for quotations in Bournemouth in February 2024

30

Requests for quotations in Poole in February 2024

15

Requests for quotations in Portland in February 2024

12

Requests for quotations in Verwood in February 2024

12

Requests for quotations in Wimborne in February 2024

Dorset

The county of Dorset can be found in the southwest of England having a large portion on the southern coastline. With a population of little more than 700,000 the county positions at 32nd in the UK with regard to region and has a small density of only 690 people per square mile mainly because of its relatively large land area. Dorset has a large number of older people residing in the county and a lower than average number of younger people. In fact, nearly 26% are of retirement living age; considerably larger than most of England and Wales. Irrespective of your age, when it comes to improving your home, make sure to work with vetted experts for a wonderful finish.

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08 Apr

Locksmith

Poole - BH14

Enquiry from: David H

Start Date: Immediate

repair to lock mechanism on bi-folding doors are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached what lock do you want to replace: back door time scale: immediate please call to...

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05 Mar

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Swanage - BH19

Enquiry from: Jessica G

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I've deadlocked my front door by trying to use a stick to get in and locked the catch and can't get in since last night

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02 Mar

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Poole - BH12

Enquiry from: Rachael S

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Key snapped in door

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25 Feb

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Bournemouth - BH8

Enquiry from: Marina F

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change of lock on front door

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13 Jan

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Bournemouth - BH8

Enquiry from: Sally G

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unlock car door as keys are locked inside

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11 Jan

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Poole - BH16

Enquiry from: Lynn B

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Unable to shut front door properly because of deadlock issue. Time scale: Immediate Please call to appoint

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09 Jan

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Bridport - DT6

Enquiry from: Geoff K

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key broken in my front door in bridport and i can't get in

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04 Jan

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Blandford Forum - DT11

Enquiry from: Lucian D

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My front door won't double lock Time scale: Immediate Please call to appoint Please call to appoint

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13 Dec

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Bournemouth - BH11

Enquiry from: Leahann B

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Front door locks to be changed

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11 Dec

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Poole - BH16

Enquiry from: Allison H

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Door opened Time scale: Immediate Please call to appoint

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11 Dec

Locksmith

Wareham - BH20

Enquiry from: Rosie O

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New lock on back door that is wooden. Time scale: Immediate Please call to appoint

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09 Dec

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Bournemouth - BH8

Enquiry from: ALI M

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I WANT REPLACMENT KEY AS I HAVE JUST ONE I NEED SPARE ONE

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06 Dec

Locksmith

Poole - BH15

Enquiry from: Simon L

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Shead door open Time scale: 1-3 months Please call to appoint

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05 Dec

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Poole - BH14

Enquiry from: Gregory V

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New lock required ASAP for entrance to flat.

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29 Nov

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Poole - BH15

Enquiry from: Dan M

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Installation of Yale Conexis L1 lock. Time scale: Immediate

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26 Apr

Locksmith

Christchurch - BH23

Enquiry from: Peter B

Start Date: Less than one month

Renew front door lock Time scale: Less than one month Please call to appoint

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22 Mar

Locksmith

Ferndown - BH22

Enquiry from: Roger G

Start Date: Immediate

Replacement front & back door locks

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13 Feb

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Bournemouth - BH9

Enquiry from: Jo G

Start Date: Immediate

to fit 2 new locks to fire safety standards and a fire door please

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09 Nov

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Wimborne - BH21

Enquiry from: Alison R

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Barrel lock in upvc door incorrect .. Can't take key out when locked Time scale: Immediate

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FAQs

how long does a locksmith take?

How Long Does A Locksmith Take?

It’s usually a surprising experience when a security issue that you might have thought is not resolvable or nearly impossible to overcome, took an expert locksmith just a couple of minutes to fix. This is not magic or some voodoo, it’s just a learnt skill being perfectly applied by an experienced and well versed locksmith. In this article, you’ll get to know what to expect when you call on a locksmithing professional for help with a security issue.

To determine the period of time a locksmith will take to complete his services, two factors are to be considered - the estimated arrival time as well as the service providing time.

Generally, if you call on a local locksmithing company, you should expect the locksmith to arrive within 15 to 30 minutes to your location. However, this might be shorter or longer if you put into account some influences such as the distance involved and traffic. Some companies can show up faster but charge an extra fee to it, while others will need more time to show up but offers a cheaper service. Usually, locksmithing companies will publish information about the estimated time of the arrival of their technicians on their websites. If you don’t find any, you might want to consider another company with one as this is a red flag.

The second factor which is the service providing time which depends on many influences including the type of lock and key in question. Therefore, it’s impossible to give a precise answer. However in general, a professional locksmith would not usually take more than an hour and half to create a new key for a car or house, or more than 10 minutes to unlock a house or car. Whereas replacement of a lock can take within the range 10 minutes to 40 minutes depending on the complexity of the lock.

do locksmiths fix door handles?

Do Locksmiths Fix Door Handles?

If you’re leaving your house for work, coming back home after a long day or closing your bedroom door to take a quick and quiet nap, one thing your hand touches every single time is your door handle. Therefore, it’s very easy and usually quick to observe whenever there’s a problem with your door handles. In such events, your best bet would be to call on the locksmith immediately as it’s one of the various services that can be offered by a professional locksmith.

However, there are times that some key and lock problems may be mistaken for door handle issues. So how do know the exact type of issue you’re facing and know if you’d require the services of a professional locksmith?

Firstly, you’ll know that something is wrong with your door when you’re struggling either to open or close the door. You may be forced to think that this is a door handle issue, but just observe very closely and take a look at the key. If you notice that the key is a bit bent or chopped off on one part, then the problem is actually with the key and not the door handle. In these type of situations, calling the locksmith should be done immediately.

Secondly, you may suddenly feel some kind of resistance while trying to turn the key in the door or perhaps you notice your lock doesn’t look like it does any longer when the door is open. This implies the door handle’s interior is not functioning as it should. This problem is a lock problem which a locksmith can attend to.

If you, however, think the door handle has an issue, then you may have to call on your locksmith for a solution. However, in some cases, door handle issues can also be resolved by yourself. For examples, when the door handle appears loose, you can simply get a screwdriver to tighten it.

how to find a good locksmith?

How To Find A Good Locksmith?

Finding a good and reliable locksmith can be a very tricky challenge especially when you don’t planned ahead. For example in emergency situations whereby you get locked out of your home or car, you simply wouldn’t have the time to look for the best locksmith rather you’d be eager to get just about any locksmith available. So how do you go about this and ensure you hire the best possible locksmithing professional? Here are a few tips you can apply to find a good locksmith.

• Plan Ahead

The best time to start searching for a locksmith is right after the purchase of your home or car and not when an emergency occurs. When you purchase a house some of the first thing you do is to research other contractors for your home management team, so why not add a locksmith to this list?

• Verify The Business

Always research the business online once you’ve found a locksmith. Confirm that address is a local one and check their online reviews for red flags. You can also reach out to them during off work hours to ensure they can be responsive during emergencies.

• Ask For Identification

Once the technicians arrive at your house, you can ask them for a means of identification. Every licensed locksmith possesses a Master Security License Number which should be written on their vehicle as well as their photo identity card. If they claim to be licensed but can’t provide this number, you might want to hire another locksmithing company.

• Obtain A Written Estimate

After review of the situation by the locksmith, he should be able to provide you with a written estimate. If he can’t come up with one, then you may want to send him away.

how much is a locksmith?

How Much Is A Locksmith?

If you’ve ever been locked out of your home or car, then you probably know how frustrating the experience can be. And even more so, when you don’t have a spare key kept somewhere. In this kind of scenario, a professional locksmith is your best bet to help in this type of bind and lots more. So exactly how much is the average cost of hiring a locksmith? This article will help you shed more light on this as well as the factors influencing the amount you may need to pay.

Locksmith provides a wide range of services including replacing your existing lock, installing a new lock system as well as re-keying a lock for a house or car. The services may also encompass installing garage door locks, repair damaged locks for doors and lots more. Depending of the locksmith service you require, the price of a locksmith can range between £65 to £90. For instance, if you happen to be locked out of your house, you may have to pay up to £70 to £80 and could even be higher or lower depending on the location, the lock’s type as well as the time of the day. Furthermore, if you wish to completely change the lock, this will cost you above £65 or more. You’ll discover the starting price list for each service of most locksmith companies on their websites.

To provide their service, a professional locksmith company will have to visit your location to help change the lock on your car, at home or in the office. Therefore, the minimum service fee your locksmith will charge will include factors such as travel fees. Generally, the minimum service fee to visit your home will fall within the range of £65 to £90. However, if your call comes in during the company’s off hours, you may have to pay more than the usual.

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