Locksmiths near you
1,223 locksmiths are listed on GotAPal across the UK. Locksmiths open locked doors, change and upgrade locks, and fit security. Pick your town, or post your job free.
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Locksmiths by town
60 towns, A to Z.
Locksmiths that manage their own profile
3 businesses have claimed their GotAPal listing, so the details come from them rather than public records. GotAPal still doesn't vet them.
Calling a locksmith
Get the full price first
On the phone, ask for the total price including call-out, labour and parts before they set off, and ask whether it changes at night or at weekends.
Emergency locksmith call-out prices →Local and named
Choose a locksmith with a real local address and a name you can look up. Some national numbers pass jobs on to whoever is free.
Opening without damage
Ask whether they will try to open the lock without drilling it first.
How to check a locksmith yourself
GotAPal lists businesses from public records and does not check or vet them. Before you hire, do these checks yourself. They take a few minutes.
- If the locksmith trades as a limited company, look it up on Companies House: check it is active and the name and address match.
- Ask for their public liability insurance certificate and check the dates on it.
- Get a written quote that lists the work, materials, price and when payment is due.
- Never pay a large sum up front. Pay in stages tied to work done.
- Companies House: search the register: Free to search. Shows whether a limited company is active, when it was set up and who runs it.
Rules and guidance quoted on this page were checked on 27 September 2026.
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Locksmiths: common questions
How do I find a locksmith near me?
Pick your town from the list on this page, or search by postcode, to see locksmiths listed near you. Open a profile to see how to contact them. Or post your job free and we'll pass it to listed locksmiths near you.
Are locksmiths licensed in the UK?
There is no compulsory licence. Some belong to trade bodies; check any membership on the body's own website.
Does GotAPal check the locksmiths it lists?
No. GotAPal lists businesses from public records and does not vet them. Check a limited company on Companies House, ask for proof of insurance, and check any trade body membership on that body's own website.
Is GotAPal free to use?
Yes. Searching, contacting locksmiths and posting a job are free for you, and locksmiths pay no lead fees or commission. The only paid option is Top Pal featured placement, which is always labelled Featured.
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