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J W Security

9.64/10

London, Greater London

Checkatrade member since August 2018
5

Services

  • Fire Risk Assessment
  • Security Assessment
  • Security Solutions / Access Control

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9.64 /10

Based on 57 reviews over the past 12 months

Quality of work

9.65

Reliability

9.6

Communication

9.68

What customers are saying

AI-generated from customer reviews over last 24 months

Customers consistently praise this trade for being professional, friendly, and efficient, with many highlighting their clear communication and high standard of work. The team is also frequently complimented on their punctuality and reliability.

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Reviews (441)

  • Leon L
    0

    Temporary fix sold as a solution - avoid.

    Posted 3 days ago

    I sent JW Security clear video/photos of UPVC window fault. Quoted £130 as “straightforward”. Once onsite, the story changed: “mechanism discontinued”, and instead of fixing the fault, they fitted 2 sash jammers instead! Price jumped to £180. Sash jammers are a temporary stop-gap, not a repair, and the parts are under £5 each. “Discount” of £15 offered after I complained. Later discovered that the mechanism is easily obtainable - it's a new build flat. Paid £165 and lots of stress for poor outcome. I'm now paying another company to fix my window properly. Completely unprofessional. Avoid.
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: SM6

    Response from J W Security

    Hi Leon, Thank you for your feedback. We’re sorry to hear you were unhappy with your experience and we would like to provide some clarification. We initially quoted £135 to adjust and align the existing window mechanism. While on site, it was found to be inoperable. You were contacted at the time via phone call and agreed to the installation of two sash jammers at an additional cost, with video examples provided showing the proposed solution . A £15 goodwill discount was later applied and agreed. All work was completed as instructed and to a good standard.

  • 9

    Good service / recommended

    Posted 5 days ago

    The lads that showed up (sorry, I forget their names) were polite, professional, and worked hard to fix the problem. Would use them again for sure.
    Job location: W13
  • Christina K
    10

    highly recommended

    Posted 10 January

    I had a fantastic experience with JW Security when they repaired the windows in my rented flat. From start to finish, communication was excellent - clear, prompt and reassuring. The engineers were very kind, professional and genuinely helpful, which made the whole process feel relaxed and completely hassle-free. It’s rare to find a company that combines great technical work with such a friendly, customer-focused approach. I would happily recommend JW Security and wouldn’t hesitate to use their services again.
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: W7
  • Michaela B
    10

    Excellent service

    Posted 05 January

    Needed the front uPVC door lock realigned as couldn't get the mechanism to lock when the front door was shut. Jordan was professional, courteous and fixed the problem at the agreed time and for the quoted price. Overall very happy with the service, would definitely recommend.
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: CR4
  • Prashant S
    7.67

    needed a new lock added

    Posted 28 December 2025

    the lads were polite and professional but couldn't add the lock due to technical difficulties
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: HA8

    Response from J W Security

    Hi Prashant Thank you for your feedback. The new lock couldn’t be installed due to other contractors making repairs on the current lock which made it harder for us to do and we provided a new solution which you declined due to the cost of the mechanism as the one you had was very expensive.

  • 9

    Friendly and professional

    Posted 18 December 2025

    Jordan attended on time, was very friendly and completed the job quickly. Thank you.
    Job location: SW17

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Company Info

Owner

Mr Julian Whitter

Sole Trader

8 years on Checkatrade

VAT Registered

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JW Security was established in 1991 by Julian Whitter. The aim was to offer a professional and discreet service that home and business owners could trust in to protect their property.

Our service has proved a successful one and our company has grown over the last 20 years to provide an extensive range of locksmith and security related services to South London and Surrey.


We like to foster long term relationships with our customers, providing high quality services across multiple properties and businesses. Close to half our work comes from repeat business and good word of mouth.


JW Security is highly sensitive to customer needs and satisfaction and our whole team is professional and discreet. We have provided services to a number of high profile celebrities, government ministries, NHS services and high street banks who trust in us to get the job done properly and without any risk to privacy or internal security.


Everything we do is bespoke. No two jobs are ever the same, so every one of our projects starts out not just with a free estimate, but also a free security check and insurance schedule review to ensure you understand the complete security picture of your property or business.

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