mega extra fast service
“mega extra fast service, it took 25 minutes from breaking the key inside the _lock_ and pulling it out, incredibly fast. Thanks to JOHN RAUL 21/09/2026”
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Key snapped in the lock
A key snapped in the lock can usually be pulled out without replacing the lock. Reviewers describe the broken piece being removed in around 25 minutes, with a new cylinder fitted only when needed.
What to do right now
- 1Don't push the broken piece deeper with glue or tweezers.
- 2Keep the other half of the key.
- 3Call 020 3372 4688 — extraction is often quick.
- 4Ask whether the cylinder needs replacing or just clearing.
11 five-star reviews from this situation
Key broke inside the _lock_ this morning
“Key broke inside the _lock_ this morning. Sorted quickly and didn't need a new _lock_ which was a bonus”
I managed to snap the _key_ clean off in
“I managed to snap the _key_ clean off in the cylinder after a rough morning. Got fitted a new eurocylinder. A lifesaver!”
Efficient Locksmith
“My key snapped and Dan turned up extremely quickly and opened the _door_ in 2 minutes flat. I appreciate his efforts. Very reliable and efficient with reasonable fees.”
Dan came to our rescue after being
“Dan came to our rescue after being _locked_ in as the safety latch broke on the front door. Very professional and job done quickly. Excellent service.”
Fast, reliable locksmith service
“_Key_ snapped in my lock and John Raul came to the rescue very quickly. John was very helpful, professional and friendly - he did a quality job, quickly replacing the lock and clearly explaining options for keys etc. Thanks, John!”
Excellent and fast service
“Paul came and fixed our back door lock with a broke _key_ in it within 30minutes of phoning and enquiring - and this was on Boxing Day! We couldn’t leave the house until it was fixed and we were going away. He was helpful, efficient and if we have any future lock troubles we will be going back to him!”
Adrian was great
“Adrian was great - showed up in 15 mins. Got the snapped _key_ out of a banham lock really quickly. Also what a really nice guy which makes a big difference in stressful situation. Quick and efficient.”
Andrew helped me to gain access to my
“Andrew helped me to gain access to my property, when my _key_ broke in the lock. He also changed a lock for a new one. Would recommend”
I was locked out of my propriety with a
“I was locked out of my propriety with a broken _key_, Andrew helped me to get access inside and changed the lock. Recommend”
Very reliable
“Very reliable. I called them because my tenants broke the _key_ inside the lock, therefore they were locked outside, and I had Alin at my address in less than the mentioned 30 minutes of waiting time. Alin was nice, very polite, and always positive. He solved quickly, we had to replace the lock and the final work was really looking good. Huge thanks!”