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Goldi-Locksmith Ltd

10/10

Bournemouth

Checkatrade member since May 2012
10

Services

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

Customer Reviews

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10 /10

Based on 33 reviews over the past 12 months

Quality of work

10

Reliability

10

Communication

10

What customers are saying

AI-generated from customer reviews over last 24 months

Customers consistently praise this locksmith for his exceptionally prompt, professional, and efficient service. He is also frequently described as friendly, honest, and compassionate, with many highlighting his fair and transparent pricing.

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Reviews (1032)

  • Toni O
    10

    A tricky front door

    Posted 24 January

    Phil was excellent!. My door was particularly tricky but with patience he cracked it. couldn't recommend him more!.
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: BH15
  • Karen S
    10

    Front door lock repair

    Posted 23 January

    Phil was very quick to respond to my initial query, and the communication was excellent from start to finish. Very professional, and a really nice guy. Highly recommended!
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: BH23
  • Redwood Reviewer
    10

    Lock replacements and key safe fitting.

    Posted 17 January

    The easiest uncomplicated accomplishment of my job, done with absolute professionalism and courtesy.
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: BH22
  • 10

    A man with a golden heart!

    Posted 01 January

    I cannot recommend this goldsmith highly enough. I called during an emergency situation and he responded with incredible kindness, professionalism and compassion. As a domestic abuse victim, this was an extremely stressful and vulnerable situation for me. What truly sets him apart is his honesty and humanity. He could easily have charged an excessive emergency call-out fee, but instead he was fair, transparent and did not overcharge me at all. Thank you so much for your kindness!
    Job location: BH15

    Response from Goldi-Locksmith Ltd

    Thank you Cherrie, Those are kind words. As a locksmith, I often meet people not having the best of days. They might be locked out late at night, dealing with a break-in, or might be vulnerable and emotional. In those moments, empathy is so important and really matters. I believe in treating people how I’d want to be treated myself — with respect, patience, and honesty. That means explaining what I’m doing, charging fairly, and never taking advantage of someone when they’re under pressure. Anyone can change a lock, but not everyone can make a difficult situation feel calmer and safer.

  • 10

    A Locksmith Who Truly Cares

    Posted 31 December 2025

    Phil was incredibly quick to respond when I asked for help with my front door lock. As a domestic abuse survivor, I didn’t feel safe at home, especially with the complicated front door smart lock. Phil was very knowledgeable and changed it to a conventional lock, which immediately made me feel reassured and safe. He is a true gentleman! So kind, understanding and genuinely helpful. Thank you so much Phil, for your compassion and professionalism. I finally feel safe in my own home and can sleep peacefully tonight.
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: BH15
  • 10

    Lock Repair

    Posted 30 December 2025

    Very prompt, knowledgeable, and pleasant.
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: BH23

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Company Info

Owner

Mr Philip Wathen

Ltd Company

14 years on Checkatrade

VAT Registered

Yes: 368804756

Domestic WorkCommercial WorkFree EstimatesCards AcceptedInsurance Work Undertaken24 Hour Call-out

Goldi-Locksmith Limited has been recognized as the best Locksmith and Security service for Dorset 2016/17 - Build News.

Best Security & Locksmith Service Provider – Dorset & Hampshire & BUILD Award for Client Service Excellence - South England 2017/18.

Best lock fitting and repair service - Engineering awards/Build News.

Best Locksmith in Dorset - Engineering awards/Build News.


I'm really proud of my company’s achievement, which I would not have been able to do without you, thank you.

"Let Goldi Locks pick your locks!" A highly experienced and qualified engineer with exceptional people skills.

As a heads up there is no existing qualification for a locksmith and nor is it a regulated trade, my qualifications are project management, Computer aided engineering, manufacturing and process, do not be miss led by the term "Qualified Locksmith"


We are the real thing when it comes to a trusted and vetted trader. With over 30 years experience in fixing, making things work and understanding the repair required- nothing is impossible. My background is engineering at the highest level, I chose this career as a locksmith to work from home and support my family. I didn't want to travel anymore, I enjoy working the local area, so set up Goldi-Locks in 2002 and formed a limited company in 2004.

I left my career as a senior project manager for Marconi, working in civil and structural engineering , designing and implementing the rollout of national mobile networks in GSM, 2G and 3G.


Please book me in if possible as I am busy most days and get booked up quickly. I try not to work over weekends as my weeks are so busy, however please feel free to Email me or give me a call. If you get my answer machine please leave a message, and if you get the office, they will take any details and pass these straight to me. I don't answer when driving, and you will get diverted. I have access to a massive stock of locks, keys, safes, access control, so can get almost anything. I complete 90% of my jobs in one visit, the 10% I don't, are specialist work where re-visits are needed, or I need several days to complete a job.


Works I do:

Doors unlocked, replacement locks, keys cut on site, PVC door lock upgrades to insurance requirements, insurance surveys. safes supplied and fitted. Safes opened. Key safes. All types of lock cylinder from standard to fully restricted.

All levels of mortise lock from 5 lever British Standard BS3261 to internal 3, 4 and 5 lever locks. Suited lock systems (blocks of flats or residential where special keys & locks are required). Digital locks, ...I cover everything to do with locks.

I do EVICTIONS lock opening and changing for private and commercial and also REPOSSESSIONS, please call me or Email me if you have any questions.

I also supply and fit vehicle tracking systems for any type of vehicle, commercial only.


I cover a good area, All BH postcode and some DT but to give an idea, places such as Poole, Bournemouth, Ferndown, Verwood, West Moors, Ringwood, Highcliffe, New Milton, Barton on Sea, Corfe Mullen, Lytchet Minster, Wimborne, Corf Castle, Swanage and many of the surrounding areas. If you think I don't cover an area, just call and ask and I will give you a straight answer or recommend another locksmith that can help you.

I do little jobs as well: desks, cabinets, bureaus opened, often I can hand make keys to the locks if possible. Removal of padlocks, keys cut to code. Broken key extraction.

Goldi-Locksmith also offers an out of hours Emergency locksmith service where possible.

Accreditations and awards

Federation of Small Businesses
Federation of Small Businesses

This trade passed up to 12 Checkatrade vetting checks

Member since May 2012

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