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1st British Standard Locksmiths

9.91/10

Banstead, Surrey

Checkatrade member since August 2009
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Services

  • Doors Opened / Unlocked
  • Emergency Locksmith Service
  • Lock Fitting
  • Lock Repair
  • Security Door Locks
  • Snap Locks
  • Window Lock Fitting

Customer Reviews

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9.91 /10

Based on 114 reviews over the past 12 months

Quality of work

9.89

Reliability

9.93

Communication

9.91

What customers are saying

AI-generated from customer reviews over last 24 months

Customers consistently praise this tradesperson for their quick, efficient, and professional service at a fair price. Many reviewers also highlight the high standard of work and appreciate the helpful advice provided.

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Reviews (2215)

  • Billy J
    10

    Excellent work

    Posted 1 week ago

    Did a great job on my really old window lock, arrived on time and was super quick.
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: SM5
  • Laura M
    10

    Front door lock replacement

    Posted 21 December 2025

    Brilliant service - very easy to communicate with, clear and fair price and attended very quickly.
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: SW19
  • 10

    Super quick with no nonsense

    Posted 19 December 2025

    Super quick with no nonsense. Explained the issue and fixed it there and then.
    Job location: KT17
  • parth m
    10

    Locksmithing and new lock

    Posted 01 December 2025

    Great work! Arrived in 20 mins, got me and baby in the house in 5 and new lock installed in another 20. We good service and great response time.
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: KT6
  • 10

    Good service

    Posted 29 November 2025

    Locksmith came quickly and was able to fix problem I had with two doors by replacing the locks. Impressed with the service and fair price.
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: SW18
  • Luca C
    10

    Main door lock replacement

    Posted 26 November 2025

    Great communication, good advice on lock and key types. Neat and well executed job.
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: KT3

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Company Info

Owner

Mr Nicholas Marsh

Ltd Company

17 years on Checkatrade

VAT Registered

Yes: 907322051

Domestic WorkCommercial WorkFree EstimatesCards AcceptedInsurance Work Undertaken24 Hour Call-out

Few things are more important than the safety and security of your home or office and your possessions. Whether the job is to repair, replace, upgrade or consult, you need a company with experience, a company you can trust, providing corporate services levels at next-door pricing.

1st British Standard Locksmiths is a long-established firm with trained specialist staff, and a huge list of satisfied clients who return to us for all their security requirements. Our locksmiths serve the whole of Surrey, South West and South East London, providing a professional service with a personal touch.

1st British Standard Locksmiths understand that to some of our clients we are the fourth emergency service and we guarantee a rapid response to urgent calls.

PUT OUR PHONE NUMBER IN YOUR ADDRESS BOOK NOW, YOU MAY NEED IT IN AN EMERGENCY

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