Help! I’m Locked Out in Rotherham, What Should I Do?
Are You Locked Out In Rotherham? Don’t Worry – Call Our Expert Locksmiths NOW!
Have you found yourself in the unfortunate situation of being locked outside of your home or business in Rotherham? Call Lock & Key and work with accredited, DBS-checked locksmiths in Rotherham who can be there within the hour to get you safely back in!
Over 30 years serving Rotherham
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No national call centres
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After a call to our team at Lock & Key Rotherham, it is time to relax knowing that professional help is on the way. Simply, sit back and consider the following recommendations while you wait for our local locksmith to arrive:
Contact family and friends in the area
Are you wondering just where you left your keys? Call friends and family whom you visited recently. You might have left your keys on the dining room table, or you might have left them in your workplace locker. If so, you can rest easy knowing where your misplaced keys might be!
Avoid attempt any DIY solutions
Lock picking looks easy in movies and TV shows, but please avoid DIY lockpicking or trying to find another way to get into your home, for example trying to prise open a window from the outside. Not only will your repair bills be higher, but you could also find the police arriving wondering what is going on!
Reach out to your neighbours
While you wait for our specialist team to arrive and get you back into your home, you might want to ask a neighbour for a cup of tea/coffee. We will be there within the hour, so you have a small window of time to kill; if you get on with your neighbours, why not pop over for a chat!
Whatever the time, day or night, if you’re locked out, we can help. We operate 24/7 across Rotherham and the surrounding areas, providing our services to both domestic and commercial customers who have locked themselves out.
Our Locked Out Process
Your property is our top priority, and here’s how we can do that for you no matter what day or time of the week.
Call our 24/7 Helpline for an Immediate Response
We will diagnose the problem, take your details and despatch one of our locksmiths to your location asap!
A Locksmith with you in Under 60 mins
Expect one of our friendly locksmiths in Rotherham to be at your doorstep, ready to help in under an hour!
Non-destructive Entry and Repair Techniques
Worried about damages? Don’t worry, our locksmiths are trained to use non-destructive entry techniques wherever possible!
Our Locked Out Process
Given how common lockouts in Rotherham are, we deal with this problem on a regular basis. As such, we have a proven process that we know gets the job done without any delay.
We will arrive at your destination as soon as we can, with a maximum waiting time of one hour. Once we arrive, our team will carry out a thorough inspection of your situation so we can ensure our solution lines up with the problem.
Now, you could have a range of issues. You might have placed your keys somewhere you cannot remember, or your keys could be stuck within the lock, having snapped when turned. Perhaps years of wear and tear or even a previous break-in attempt have damaged your locks. Once we know what the situation is, we can offer a bespoke solution to get you back indoors ASAP.
Our team care about your final bill, so we use the least invasive methods possible so we can get you back inside with minimal collateral damage. In the event that we need to use more forceful techniques to get you back inside, our team will explain why this is the case and what we can do to help alleviate the repair process.
No matter why you are locked out, though, we will always find a way to get you back inside quickly, and as safely as possible!
Call our 24/7 helpline:
01709 925 987
For a fast, professional service
Keeping You Safe, One Lock at a Time – Your Local Locksmiths
Trust the Team at Lock & Key Rotherham If You find Yourself Locked Out
We’re a local company with a dedicated team of professionals you can trust, providing residential and commercial locksmith services in Rotherham and the surrounding areas for over 30 years!
We know how cold the UK gets, so we always have someone on hand so you never find yourself waiting around counting the seconds until help arrives. Unlike national locksmiths, we do not use subcontractors; our staff are dedicated and in-house. That means that help arrives quickly as we have specialists on call at all hours of the day.
With our staff located in the Rotherham area, we never have to scramble around to find someone to come along and help you out. With our team being truly local to Rotherham, we get to you quickly and deliver a solution in the shortest time frame possible.
At Lock & Key Rotherham, we’ll have an expert, fully City & Guilds accredited and DBS checked locksmith out to you within the hour. Using their expert knowledge, experience and equipment, they will gain access to your property in no time at all – allowing you to get back to life as normal, and as quickly as possible!
We care deeply about our reputation and our relationships with the people of Rotherham, we will never let you down in the quality of our workmanship or the time it takes for us to deliver a solution! With hundreds of 5-star ratings and recommendations, there’s no wonder we’ve earned the name of Rotherham’s Number One Locksmiths!
Over 30 years serving Barnsley
DBS checked
City & Guilds Accredited
Full warranty
In-house trained Master Locksmiths
No national call centres
Real people with real experience
Passionate about customer service
Call our 24/7 helpline:
01709 925 987
For a fast, professional service
Specialists in Emergency Lock Out and Non-Destructive Entry
At Rotherham Lock & Key our locksmiths are trained in the following areas:
uPVC Doors
High Security Cylinders
Euro Cylinders
Anti Snap Cylinders
Failed Mechanisms
Composite Doors
Failed Mechanisms
Euro Cylinders
Anti Snap Cylinders
High Security Cylinders
Wooden Doors
3 Lever Mortice Locks
5 Lever Mortice Locks
Yale Locks
RIM Cylinders
Night Latches
Bifold Doors
Euro Cylinders
Anti Snap Cylinders
High Security Cylinders
Failed Mechanisms
Aluminium Doors
Failed Mechanisms
Anti Snap Cylinders
High Security Cylinders
Euro Cylinders
Garages
Garage Door Locks
Half Euro Cylinders
T-Handles
Sheds
Horizontal Mortice Locks
3 Lever Mortice Locks
5 Lever Mortice Locks
Shutters / Gates
Mortice Locks
Bullet Locks
Half Euro Cylinders
Can’t Find Your Keys in Rotherham?
There’s nothing more frustrating than getting home after a long day only to reach into your pockets or bag, and discover that your keys aren’t anywhere to be found!
But, please don’t panic. It’s not the end of the world, simply give our expert team a call at Lock & Key Rotherham and we’ll have a local locksmith to you in no time at all and get you safely back inside your home in no time at all!
Please try to avoid attempting to break the door down or put the window through, leave the locksmithing to the local experts!
Call our 24/7 helpline:
01709 925 987
For a fast, professional service
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to speak to your local Rotherham locksmith and we’ll be at your door in under 60 minutes!
How Long Does a Locksmith Take to Open a Locked Door?
When they first arrive at your property, our professional locksmith could take anything from a matter of seconds and beyond to open your locked door.
There are many factors that will determine how long or not the process will take. These include the kind of lock you have, weather conditions and the time of day (this relates to whether the locksmith will have adequate lighting to do the work effectively).
When you choose Lock and Key Rotherham, you can trust that we will work as quickly and efficiently as possible to get you back inside your home or workplace as fast as possible.
Can a Locksmith Open Locks Without Breaking Them?
The short and sweet answer to this question is YES! Our locksmiths are experts at what they do and can open *most* locks, without breaking the locks, and causing needless damage to the door.
If you were to ask any of our team, however, if this was a 100% guarantee, they would have to answer no. We have an impeccable record of resolving this kind of problem in Rotherham, even if on occasions, we may have to break the lock in question in a specialist destructive manner, but we never damage the door.
Different Types of Locks Our Locksmith Team Can Open
There are many types of locks on the market, and our locksmiths carry the majority with them. The most common locks we come across on a regular basis include the following:
- Traditional mortices normally used to secure wooden doors
- Euro cylinder locks (these may be a standard version or known as a more secure version – anti-snap or high-security locks)
- Night latch-style locks (also known as the more familiar name “Yale locks”)
- Failed door mechanisms found on uPVC/composite doors known as a multi point lock.
I'm Locked Out and I don't Have any Spare Keys?
Our team of highly skilled master locksmiths are available 24 hours a day, 7-days a week to take emergency calls across the Rotherham area. If you unfortunately find yourself locked out without keys you can be assured that we are here to help.
Whether you have left them in the house or have lost them, our local lock specialists are trained to deal with these situations and will be with you as soon as possible, usually in under 60 minutes!
Our primary goal is to gain entry as quickly as we can for you, without causing any unnecessary damage to the lock or door.
I'm Locked Out and I think I Have a Broken Lock?
Sometimes, the unfortunate thing can happen where you find yourself locked out and the door lock is broken. In this situation, you need the experience and skills of a locksmith team like Rotherham Lock and Key to open your door again and make the proper repairs to the lock. All our team have a van full of mechanisms and locks that allows them to find the right match for your door.
When we replace the mechanism and lock, we will only use Police and British Standards accreditation hardware to make sure you get the benefit of the best quality in terms of security and performance.
I'm Locked Out and the Key Has Snapped Inside the Lock?
Keys snapping inside locks is a problem that is more common than you may realise. Our team of locksmiths have the skills, experience and specialist tools to deal with such situations. We have an impeccable record of resolving this kind of problem in Rotherham without resorting to damaging the lock or the door.
Thanks to this unique combination, when you hire us, you are assured of receiving the best service and value for money. In most situations, this means that you do not have to change the lock, buy new spare keys and go through the process of handing them out to everyone that had one before.
I'm Locked Out of my uPVC Door?
As modern, attractive and reliable as uPVC doors are, one of the major problems with them is the fact that they misalign easily and the lock mechanism malfunctions jamming the door shut.
If there is one thing you should avoid in this situation, it’s trying to use force to pull down or up on the handle. This will increase the tension and could result in irreparable damage to internal parts of the lock mechanism.
As well as making the problem bigger, it will mean you need a more expensive solution as you will need to replace damaged parts.
My Doors Do Not Close Smoothly?
If a door in your property stops closing properly or always catches or you have any trouble turning the key, contact us right away.
Avoid putting it off as the problem will just get worse, potentially resulting in you been locked out. Furthermore, the repairs and replacements are likely to cost you more overall when the inevitable happens and your door malfunctions.
Door re-alignments are one the most common types of work we undertake so rest assured we can rectify the alignment before it causes an unnecessary mechanism failure.
At Rotheham Lock & Key, we are proud to have built an enviable reputation over the past three decades, for providing transparency and value for money in our approach to locksmith services in the Rotherham and surrounding areas.
When our local locksmith arrives at your property, they will always explain exactly what they intend to do and why. They will only go ahead with any work if you are totally satisfied with the price, and that this is the best course of action for you.
At Lock and Key Barnsley, we have built an enviable reputation over the past 30 years, for providing transparency and honesty in our approach to locksmith services.
When one of our local locksmiths arrives at your property, they will always explain exactly what they are going to do and why, they will only go ahead with any work if you are completely satisfied that this is the best course of action for you.
How to Avoid Being Locked Out of Your House in Rotherham
There are some things you can do to try and avoid the headache that comes with being locked out in the future. These should help you to avoid the problems that others have when they get locked out or similar:
Invest in and Install an Accredited Police-Approved Key Safe
Often, we rely on using obvious places to hide spare keys such plant pots, unlocked sheds, or under that strange ornament someone bought us for our birthday. Instead of relying on these easily discovered hiding spots, invest in a police-approved key safe for your spare keys. The only way someone is opening a police-approved key safe is with an angle grinder, which makes far too much commotion and noise for consideration.
Carry Out Regular Service Checks on Your Locks
We recommend that you carry out an annual check-up on all of your locks. Regular cleaning and servicing of your locks helps to avoid build-ups of dirt and debris. Only use PTFE lubricants when cleaning out locking mechanisms that have multiple points to them. If your locks are more traditional Euro locks, use graphite powder lubricant. If you ever need help servicing and managing your locks, contact us for annual lock servicing.
Over 100+ 5 Star Google Reviews
We are proud to consistently serve the people of Rotherham with an honest and reasonably priced locksmithing service which is why our ever growing customer base continues to leave positive reviews like these:
We take pride in the quality of our workmanship, and our team of locksmiths work tirelessly to achieve our ever growing number of 5 star reviews on Google
Areas our locksmiths cover across Doncaster
Quick, local help is just a call away – we cover the following locations across Doncaster in under an hour:
Protecting Your Property is Our Top Priority
Setting the Standard for Locksmith Excellence
Trusted by homeowners and businesses throughout Doncaster, we’re the go-to choice for dependable locksmith services. Here’s why our customers continue to choose us:
1 Hour Call-Out
DBS Checked
Master Locksmiths
Established 30 Years
24/7 Availability
Local Business
Fast Response Time
Wide Range of Services
Affordable Pricing
Up-to-Date Training
Expertise
Professionalism
City & Guilds Accredited
Security Assessment
Trustworthiness
Personalised Attention
High Quality Products
Customised Solutions
Efficiency
Guaranteed Work
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Lock & Key Rotherham
Moorgate Crofts Business Centre
South Grove
Rotherham
S60 2DH
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Trusted Locksmith Services in Rotherham
Our team of experienced mobile locksmiths in Rotherham are always on hand to assist, whether you are locked out, need new locks installed, or wish to upgrade your home or business security measures. We promise a high-quality service and complete satisfaction. Need a prompt and professional local locksmith solution? Call us today!
Frequently asked questions
How much does a locksmith cost in Doncaster?
At Doncaster Lock & Key, we pride ourselves on keeping prices low and affordable for all our customers in Doncaster. A locksmith cost can vary depending on the service you require, the issue at hand and the solutions available – but don’t worry, we don’t charge over the odds like most national locksmith companies. We provide free quotes with no obligation over the phone, so you’ll know what to expect before we even attend.
How quickly can a locksmith arrive at my location?
The typical response time will vary from 30 minutes to an hour in emergencies. Because our locksmiths are all local to Doncaster we can easily get to you at any time of day and literally 24/7.
Are your locksmiths certified and insured?
Our locksmiths are DBS checked, insured and both City & Guilds-accredited and NCFE-certified which are the highest accreditation available in locksmithing. Trust that you and your property are in the safe hands of professionals.
Do you offer a guarantee?
Yes! Here at Doncaster Lock & Key, it’s our number one priority to ensure our customers’ satisfaction. Which is why we only use high-quality locks and equipment with a guarantee. Our guarantee is a fully comprehensive 12 months one for all parts we supply and fit. In the rare event that one of our locks goes wrong, trust that we’ll return to your property ASAP and replace it. All completely free of charge!
What should I do while waiting for the locksmith to arrive?
We know what it feels like to wait for your locksmith, but trust that we’ll be at your doorstep in no time. Make sure that your reachable via phone so we can locate you, and as much as possible avoid doing anything with your locks or attempt to fix the problem. We’ll take care of everything once we’re there!
How long will it take for the locksmith to gain entry?
This depends on the type of lock you have, for instance if it’s a standard Yale rim cylinder type or a Euro Cylinder one, it will take mere minutes to gain entry. Likewise, if it’s a more complex lock then it can take longer.
How much time does a locksmith take to change a lock?
Our locksmiths can take 30 minutes to replace door locks and work on adjustments to secure it. But this can vary from the nature of the door (is it uPVC for instance), the number of locks to be replaced, and what kind of lock is used. This can all be answered by our local locksmith when he arrives at your property.
Can the locksmith provide a quote beforehand?
Yes, in the majority of situations we can 100% provide you with a quote before even taking the job so you’ll know what it all entails. We’ll most likely ask you questions to help identify the main issue together with photos to properly assess it.
How much Is a locksmith call out charge?
Absolutely NO call out fees when you hire one of our locksmiths! The only thing you’ll be charged of is the services you need based on the lock and key problem. We value transparency, and we never charge hidden fees.
How can I pay for the work carried out?
Payments can be easily made in cash or via all major debit and credit cards.
Additional Resources You May Find Helpful
Below are a range of websites which we think you may find useful offering further information related to home security, crime prevention and staying safe.
Neighbourhood & Home Watch Network
As the UK’s largest volunteer-led crime prevention charity, this organisation works closely with communities to help create safer and more resilient places to live. It offers a range of resources, initiatives, and networks designed to empower volunteers and local residents to work together in preventing crime, promoting safety awareness, and strengthening community connections.
Email: enquiries@ourwatch.org.uk
Web: https://www.ourwatch.org.uk
CrimeStoppers
Being burgled isn’t just about losing possessions, it also takes away your sense of safety and comfort in your own home. If you have any information about someone involved in a burglary, you can call Crimestoppers anonymously any time, day or night, on 0800 555 111. You can also provide any information you may think is useful via their online secure form.
Phone: 0800 555 111
Web: https://crimestoppers-uk.org/
Secured by Design
An official police-led security initiative dedicated to preventing crime in homes and commercial properties. It promotes the use of accredited security standards across a wide range of products and applications, including locks, doors, and windows.
Phone: 0203 8623 999
Web: www.securedbydesign.com
Age UK
A national charity that supports and works alongside a network of over 170 local Age UK branches, creating a wide-reaching presence across England. The broader Age UK family also includes Age Scotland, Age Cymru, and Age NI.
Email: contact@ageuk.org.uk
Web: https://www.ageuk.org.uk
