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East Kent Locksmiths

9.86/10

Birchington, Kent

Checkatrade member since July 2023

Accepts Checkatrade Pay

We guarantee the work for up to £1,000 for 12 months. T&Cs apply

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Services

  • Auto / Vehicle Locksmith
  • Car Key Replacement
  • Digital Smart Door Lock Installation
  • Doors Opened / Unlocked
  • Emergency Locksmith Service
  • Key Cutting
  • Lock Fitting
  • Lock Repair
  • Security Door Locks
  • Snap Locks
  • Window Lock Fitting
  • Window Lock Repair

Customer Reviews

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9.86 /10

Based on 14 reviews over the past 12 months

Quality of work

9.86

Reliability

9.86

Communication

9.86

Reviews (60)

  • Julie H
    10

    New lock fitted

    Posted 4 days ago

    Communication was very good and job was completed. Very nice people to deal with and would definitely recommend
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: CT1
  • 10

    Recommended service

    Posted 03 March

    Professional, efficient,friendly and reasonably priced. Sorted out providing a second electronic car key very quickly. Very satisfied, would recommend.
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: CT10
  • 10

    Lock Repair

    Posted 28 February

    Our front door lock failed Saturday evening. Charlie was with us within half an hour and repaired lock and replaced door handles. He was really efficient and knowledgeable together with a very friendly service. Would highly recommend him and will use again.
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: CT10
  • Fred D
    10

    Needed a replacement remote key fob after losing the original.

    Posted 23 February

    Always kept us informed. Arranged a date and time. Turned up bang on time and the job was completed in the time stated. All in all a superb service with a smile. I can highly recommend them.
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: CT1
  • 8

    Great service

    Posted 24 November 2025

    Very responsive and reassuring that the problems not too big Broke my key in the lock Charlie came to have a look. Was able to fix there and then other than being told will have to order parts blah blah blah a week later still waiting ! Highly recommend
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: CT10
  • 10

    Fantastic personal service!

    Posted 25 September 2025

    Fantastic personal service on a difficult car lock. Keys provided quickly and efficiently. Well done and thank you.
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: CT5

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Company Info

Owner

Mr Charles Church

Sole Trader

3 years on Checkatrade

VAT Registered

No

Domestic WorkCommercial WorkCards AcceptedInsurance Work Undertaken24 Hour Call-outFree Estimates

Welcome to East Kent Locksmiths, a family run 24 hour, 7 day a week key specialist. We are passionate about what we do and are here to answer any questions you may have, so please pick up the phone now or email us.


Unlike others, we don't believe in a call out charge or any hidden costs. You will only pay the price we quote, once the job has been completed. We are extremely competitive priced and any written quote will be beaten.


Covering all of East Kent, we give our customers peace of mind, that we are always on hand and can solve any lock problems you may have.


We will always strive to be with you within 25 minutes and with a large availability of locks in stock, we aim to complete the work immediately.


Services include:


  • Emergency 24 Hour Locksmith
  • Broken Key Extraction
  • Lock Changes & Upgrades
  • Jammed Doors & Windows.
  • Emergency Boarding Up
  • Windows Locks & Handles
  • Installation of Key Safes
  • Keys Safes - Lost or Forgotten Codes, Decoded, Open & Recoded
  • Opening Glued Locks
  • Burglary Repairs
  • UPVC Door & Window Locks

We accept cash, bank transfer and card payment.


WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT?


*EMERGENCY LOCKSMITH - We specialise in non-destructive techniques to gain entry for you quickly without causing damage. Destructive lock entry is always a last resort and never our first option.


DOMESTIC & COMMERCIAL - No call out charge, quick response, great service and competitively priced.


25 MINUTES RESPONSE TIME - Whatever the time of day or night, we aim to be with you quickly to solve any lock problems you may have.


UPVC DOOR SPECIALIST - We have the specialist knowledge and expertise to replace and repair locks in UPVC doors and windows. Got a problem? call us now to discuss.


LOCAL & RELIABLE - As a local family run company, we pride ourselves on our friendly service at great prices.

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