Snapped Keys
Fast & Reliable Emergency Key Replacement Near You
Tried to unlock your door and the key snapped in the lock? It’s more common than you might think. Worn keys, stiff locks, cold weather or simply a bit of extra pressure can all cause a key to break while you are trying to get in. When part of the key is left inside the lock, it can make the lock impossible to operate.
We specialise in emergency key replacement, safely and quickly removing broken keys from all types of locks. Using specialist tools and proven techniques, we aim to extract the snapped key without damaging the lock wherever possible. In many cases, we can get your door open and your lock working again on the same visit, saving you the cost of a full replacement. Our emergency key replacement service is available 24/7.
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Why a Snapped Key Is a Serious Issue
When a key snaps inside the lock, the remaining fragment can block the internal mechanism completely. This often means the lock will not turn at all, even with a spare key. Forcing it can make the problem worse, potentially damaging the cylinder beyond repair.
Snapped keys most often occur at the point of greatest stress, usually inside the lock barrel, which makes DIY removal extremely difficult. Household tools rarely work and can push the broken piece further in.
If you are locked out or worried about causing further damage, our emergency key replacement service is the safest and quickest solution. We’ll assess the situation, remove the broken key, and advise whether the lock can be reused or if a replacement would be the better long-term option.
Fast response, careful workmanship, and clear advice, so you can get back inside without the stress.
What our customers say
First class service even on a bank Holiday. Arriving as planned, the cause of the fault was quickly located, the lock and locking mechanism was removed, cleaned, refitted and adjusted. The original fault was that the door could not be locked, which left the premises vulnerable. Peace of mind restored ! I would therefore fully recommend this company for the swift , courteous and effective service that their engineer provided. Thank you.
Excellent service! Kai, the locksmith arrived quickly, was highly professional, and fixed my lock issue efficiently. The expertise and friendly demeanor made the experience stress-free. I highly recommend this locksmith for anyone in need of reliable and trustworthy service.
I cant recommend Lock Doc enough, he’s all about the customer. Arrived when he said he would, such a nice guy, you can just tell he’s an honest and kind person. Free no obligation quote, didn’t try to sell me the most expensive option, he took the time to work out how he could get the job done and not cost the earth but still deliver a high quality finish. Came up with some really good solutions to help prevent my daughter from keep losing the front door keys which we had never thought of before 🔑 Thank you for helping us today and I will 100% be recommending.
I had been having problems with front door not shutting properly. Lock Doc came out & sorted it all within an hour of calling. Brilliant service, really nice genuine guy, professional, friendly & very helpful. Highly recommended
Had my locks changed due to misplacing our front door keys, Lock Doc was very easy to contact, was on time and a very positive attitude to his work! I would highly recommend!
What a brilliant guy. He was so obliging, fixed the problem with my back door quickly to a very high standard. I would have absolutely no hesitation in recommending Lock Doc Ltd and would definitely use them again should the need arise. I can’t thank you enough Kai, I’m a very satisfied customer.
Very reliable service. Honest, trustworthy and highly recommended. Wouldn’t use any other locksmith.
We can’t praise Kai at Lock Doc enough. We contacted him mid morning when he was on a job in South London and we asked about getting a garage and front door locks changed at short notice. He called us just after 2 o’clock sending us pictures of completed works. Left keys safely and changed key safe combination code. Absolutely faultless and professional work and attitude. Can’t thank him enough. So refreshing to be able to compliment a professional tradesman these days.
Kai looks after a number of our properties and nothing is too much for him. Always very responsive and does a great job.
I would highly recommend Lock Doc to anyone in need of a locksmith without hesitation! Kai is always highly responsive, friendly, polite and understanding, going above and beyond to do a quality job at a reasonable price.
Professional, knowledgeable, friendly and most importantly (due to myself the home owner having arguments with the door 😂) very prompt too! After seeing the Lock-Doc van around our local area, we got in touch when we suddenly started having problems with our door. We were given a call-out within 24 hours, and the issue was resolved immediately. After struggling with the door for days, having it fixed so quickly was such a relief. Thank you so much. Highly recommend, and we will absolutely return if needed.
I’ve been using Loc Doc for the past three years and can’t recommend him highly enough. He is extremely reliable, always turns up when needed (often at short notice for tenant issues), and his prices are very reasonable. It’s a real relief knowing I have someone trustworthy and professional to call on whenever I need locksmith work done.