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J E Horner Building Services

9.92/10

Colchester

Checkatrade member since November 2025

Services

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

Customer Reviews

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9.92 /10

Based on 8 reviews over the past 12 months

Quality of work

9.75

Reliability

10

Communication

10

Reviews (40)

  • Ruth H
    10

    Lock change

    Posted 27 November

    Joe was great! He came over and changed our external locks for our new house. Amazing service and will definitely use his services again in the future
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: CO9

    Response from J E Horner Building Services

    Thank you for your feedback. It was much appreciated.

  • 10

    Old front door lock

    Posted 19 March

    I thought it was the Chubb lock that had jammed but Joe quickly realised it was the door handle spindle that was at fault. Having arrived in really good time and at short notice, he efficiently adjusted and made to fit a new spindle. Perfect. A clean and tidy job and charged a very fair price. I would definitely recommend him and I have put his phone number in my phone should I need him again…or to recommend him. Thanks Joe.
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: CO5
  • 10

    Porch door lock

    Posted 14 March

    Great all round experience. Reliable and punctual and good communication
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: CO16
  • 10

    Change of locks

    Posted 02 March

    Joe was amazing! The whole service was quick and professional and I would definitely recommend him to anyone in need . Thanks again Joe
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: CM7
  • 10

    Front and back doors were difficult to open and needed fixing

    Posted 28 February

    So happy to have found Joe. A job that has been bugging us for months we finally decided to sort. Joe was kind, professional and super helpful. A rare find. Fixed the doors there and then and didn't charge ridiculous prices. I really appreciate his honesty and approach. Will be using him more, and recommending him to friends and family in Colchester.
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: CO3
  • 10

    Replacement of front door lock

    Posted 19 February

    My mother in law had her front door lock changed by JE Horner Building Services / Locksmiths, and she said the service was excellent. He arrived on time, and was professional and friendly, completing the job quickly and efficiently. The new lock works perfectly, and the price was fair with no hidden costs. I would highly recommend him to anyone needing a reliable locksmith.
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: RM7

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Company Info

Owner

Mr Joseph Horner

Sole Trader

Member since 2025

VAT Registered

Yes: 247188086

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Hi, My name is Joe, we run a family-run business.

I am a time-served qualified carpenter and locksmith with 35 years plus experience within the industry.

We take pride in our friendly approachable service to our customers. Below is a list of works that we carry out:


  • Lock changes
  • Locks repaired.
  • New locks fitted
  • Burglary repairs
  • Emergency board-ups
  • New doors fitted

Competitive quotations for all works prior to being carried out.

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CITY & GUILDS
UK Locksmiths Association
UK Locksmiths Association

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Member since November 2025

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