Lost your keys, snapped a key in the lock or shut the door behind you? Call David any time, day or night, and he’ll get you back inside — without damaging your door wherever possible.
Being locked out is stressful — especially late at night or in bad weather. Call and you’ll speak to a real locksmith who’ll give you an honest arrival time. We always try non-destructive entry first, so in most cases your existing lock survives and you’re back inside without damage.
Whatever the reason, we can help — and we’ll make sure your home is secure again before we leave.
The most common call-out. If your keys might be in the wrong hands, we can change the locks there and then.
A key can break off in the lock, leaving it unusable even if you have a spare. We remove it and repair or replace the cylinder.
A draught can slam a door behind you. We use non-destructive entry wherever possible to get you back in.
If your keys have been stolen, we’ll get you in and fit new locks so the old keys no longer work.
No call centres and no hidden extras — just a local locksmith who turns up and sorts it.
Ring 07789 263678 any time. You’ll speak directly to David, who’ll ask a few quick questions.
We explain the likely cost before we set off and confirm it before any work starts.
Based in Lostock, we’re close to everywhere we cover and arrive ready with parts on the van.
We fix the problem, test everything and make sure your property is fully secure before we leave.
Yes. SOS Locksmiths is a genuine 24/7 service, every day of the year including bank holidays. If you’re locked out at 3am, call and you’ll speak to David — not a call centre.
No. There is no call-out charge. We’ll talk you through the likely cost on the phone and confirm the price before any work starts, so there are no surprises.
We’re based in Lostock, so most of Bolton, Horwich and Westhoughton is a short drive away. When you call we’ll give you an honest arrival time based on where you are and the time of day.
In most cases, yes. We always try non-destructive entry first. If a lock does need to be drilled or replaced, we’ll explain why and fit a new one there and then.
Almost certainly. A handle that won’t lift, a key that won’t turn or a door that only locks when slammed usually means a worn multipoint mechanism or gearbox. We carry replacements on the van and can usually fix it in one visit.
Yes. We are fully insured and DBS-checked, so you can feel completely confident letting us into your home or business.
No — we specialise in residential and commercial door, window and building locks. For vehicle keys or safes, we’d recommend contacting an auto locksmith or safe engineer.
Call now for fast, friendly help anywhere in Bolton and the surrounding area — 24 hours a day, with no call-out charge.
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