Emergency Locksmith Portsmouth

There is no single price for every emergency locksmith job. The cost depends on the time of day, your location, the lock type, how the door is secured and whether parts must be replaced. Amberley Security’s published Portsmouth prices start at £75 within hours and £100 out of hours for standard emergency work. More complicated jobs are charged according to the time bands shown above. All listed prices include VAT.

For standard emergency work within Portsmouth, our published guide price is £75 within hours or £100 out of hours. If a cylinder needs changing, the replacement cylinder is typically around £20. Complex work, specialist locks and other replacement parts can cost more. Call 023 9270 6017 with details of the problem for a clearer estimate before we attend.

Not usually. A professional locksmith should consider non-destructive entry first, and many slammed-door and key-inside lockouts can be resolved without damaging the lock or door. Drilling may be necessary if the lock has failed, is damaged, is securely deadlocked or cannot be opened safely another way. If that is the case, we will explain why and replace the affected lock where required.

We aim to avoid damage to the door. Our locksmiths use specialist non-destructive methods wherever the lock and situation allow. In the less common cases where drilling is required, the work should affect the lock rather than the door itself. We will explain the proposed method before starting.

Not always. If the lock is working and we can open the door without damaging it, you may be able to keep the existing lock. Replacement is more likely if the keys are lost or stolen, the lock is faulty or damaged, or drilling is necessary to gain entry.

Because our business is based in Portsmouth, our locksmiths are close to customers across the city. The actual arrival time depends on your location, traffic and whether the locksmith is completing another emergency. When you call, we will ask for your postcode and give you the best available estimated arrival time rather than promise a time we cannot guarantee.

Yes, if you are asking us to gain entry. We need to be satisfied that you are authorised to enter the property. Photo ID or a document showing the address is helpful; if your identification is locked inside, tell us when you call so we can explain what will be needed. Landlords, agents and business representatives may need to show evidence of their authority.

Yes. We will first assess whether the broken key can be extracted and whether the lock still operates correctly. If the key cannot be removed or the lock has been damaged, we can advise on repair or replacement.

Yes. We repair uPVC, composite and double-glazed door and window locks, including problems with cylinders, handles, gearboxes, keeps and multipoint locking mechanisms. We carry many common parts, although uncommon or obsolete components may need to be ordered.

Yes. We can assess damaged doors and locks, make urgent lock repairs or replacements and advise on further security improvements. If a burglary or attempted burglary has just happened, contact the police first and avoid disturbing possible evidence unless you need to make the property immediately safe.