Our Work
A few examples of jobs we've completed around Witney, Banbury, Bicester, Long Hanborough, Chipping Norton and the surrounding area. We'll keep adding more as we go.
Recent Job Photos
Locked In, Non-Destructive Entry and Lock Repair, Charlbury
This customer in Charlbury was locked inside their house after the lock failed. We gained entry without any damage to the door or frame, then repaired the lock rather than replacing it, saving them the cost of a new one. Another happy customer.
Van Lockout, Keys Locked Inside, Long Hanborough
A removal van in Long Hanborough had been locked with the keys still inside, right in the middle of a move. We opened it with specialist non-destructive entry tools, so there was no damage to the door, lock or paintwork, and the crew had their keys back and were on their way quickly. See our auto locksmith service.
Faulty Tubular Latch Fixed, Hook Norton
The tubular latch on this door in Hook Norton, near Chipping Norton, had developed a fault and stopped catching properly. We measured up the latch to get the backset exactly right and fixed the problem, so the door now closes and latches securely again. See more about our locksmith work around Chipping Norton.
Lost Keys Lockout, Non-Destructive Entry, Witney
This customer in Witney had lost their keys and was locked out. We gained entry without any damage to the door or locks, so they could get back inside and use their spare key. No drilling, no broken locks, and no replacement needed.
Key Safe Installed for an Airbnb Host, Witney
We fitted a secure key safe beside the front door of this Airbnb property in Witney, so guests can let themselves in at any time without the host needing to be there to hand over keys. A simple, reliable way to manage check-ins for holiday lets and short-stay rentals. See our trade accounts for landlords, agents and hosts.
Lockout Entry Through an Upstairs Window, near Banbury
The faulty lock on this front door, in a village just outside Banbury, couldn't be repaired or opened from outside. Rather than force the door, we got in safely through an upstairs window with a ladder, so the homeowner was back inside with no damage done. However tricky the lockout, we'll always find a way in. See more about our locksmith work in Banbury.
Traditional Night Latch Replaced Like for Like, Witney
The traditional night latch on this door in Witney had developed a fault. We replaced it like for like with a new polished brass night latch, so it suits the door just as the old one did and now opens, closes and locks smoothly again.
New Lock Fitted in a Student Shared House, Witney
A fresh lock fit for a student shared house in Witney. We fitted a new key-operated lock and lever handle to a tenant's room door, so each room can be locked securely. A quick, tidy job, and just the kind of work we do for landlords and letting agents. See our trade accounts for landlords and agents.
Broken Tubular Latch Replaced, Woodstock
The tubular latch on this internal door in Woodstock had broken inside, with a piece snapped clean off the mechanism, so the door wouldn't catch or stay shut. We removed the broken latch and fitted a new one, so the door now closes and latches properly again. See more about our locksmith work in Woodstock.
Winkhaus Multi-Point Lock Repair, Bicester
This German-made Winkhaus multi-point lock in Bicester had stopped working properly. Rather than charging for a whole new mechanism, we fitted a temporary lock so the house stayed secure overnight, took the mechanism away to repair it, then refitted it. That saved the customer a few hundred pounds. See more about our locksmith work in Bicester.
Faulty uPVC Multi-Point Lock Replacement, Bicester
The multi-point mechanism on this uPVC back door in Bicester had failed and couldn't be repaired. We fitted a temporary lock so the house was secure overnight, measured up the old mechanism and ordered an exact replacement for next-day delivery. See more about our locksmith work in Bicester.
Evening Lockout, Witney
An evening lockout call in Witney. We got the homeowner back inside using non-destructive entry, so there was no damage to the door, frame or lock.
Back Door Realignment, Banbury
This back door in Banbury needed realigning. We adjusted it so it now closes and locks smoothly again.
uPVC Back Door Realignment, Bloxham
This uPVC back door in Bloxham needed realigning. We adjusted the door and checked it with a spirit level, so it now closes and locks smoothly again.
Brass Door Knob Replacement After Lost Keys, Witney
The original keys to this Witney door were lost years ago, so it hadn't been used since. We fitted a like-for-like brass knob to match the period decor, cut a fresh set of keys, and got it back in proper working order, without changing the look of the room.
Yale Smart Lock Installations, Banbury
Two Banbury customers, two Yale smart locks: both now have keyless entry with a card or code alongside the usual key, no more fumbling around at the door. It's a security upgrade that adds everyday convenience without compromising on protection.
Emergency Door Repair with New Handle and Cylinder, Burford
A badly damaged door out in Burford needed urgent attention, so we treated it as a priority, got out quickly and repaired it properly, fitting a new multi-point handle and euro cylinder so it locked securely again, no time spared.
New Lock Fitted to an Unused Conservatory Door, Charlbury
Since moving into their Charlbury home, this customer had never had a key for the conservatory doors, so they'd simply never been used. During the recent hot weather we came out, gently opened the door without causing any damage, and fitted a new lock there and then, giving them full working access in no time.
Mortice Lock Repair on a Period Door, Chipping Norton
Not every faulty lock needs a full replacement. Out in Chipping Norton, we stripped this one's mechanism down, diagnosed the fault and got it working properly again, saving the customer the cost of a new lock. It's part of how we work: repairs at no extra charge whenever we can, because putting the customer first matters more than a bigger bill.
Same-Day Lockout and Lock Repair, Witney
Locked out of a garden-side door in Witney, this customer needed a fast, damage-free fix. We got out to them quickly, gained entry without any damage, and had the lock repaired and serviced there and then, back in and secure again in no time.
Lock Service for an Old Timber Door, North Leigh
From brand-new UPVC to solid old timber doors like this one in North Leigh, we've got the experience to work with whatever's fitted. No job's too big or small, and no door's too old. If it's got a lock, we can sort it.
Lever Handle and Lock Replacement, Woodstock
A worn-out lever handle and lock on this Woodstock home had seen better days, so we measured up, sourced a proper replacement and fitted a smart new lock and handle in its place. A clean, tidy job from start to finish, no mess left behind, and the door working like new again.
Same-Day Lock Change After Lost Keys, Chipping Norton
She'd left her keys behind in an Uber and, not wanting to risk who might end up with them, wanted the locks on her Chipping Norton home changed straight away for peace of mind. We fitted a new Union euro cylinder that same day, giving her back full security and a fresh set of keys in no time.
Faulty Night Latch Replacement, Banbury
A night latch on this Banbury door had stopped working properly, so we swapped it for a new one. Quick and straightforward, back to full working order the same day.
Door Realignment and Cylinder Replacement, Long Hanborough
The door on this rental in Long Hanborough had dropped slightly over time, putting extra tension through the mechanism until the euro cylinder wore out and stopped turning properly. We fitted a new cylinder, adjusted the striker plate and got the door properly realigned so it opens, closes and locks smoothly again. Landlord and tenants were both pleased to have it fixed properly rather than just patched up.
More examples on the way
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