Business Details
28 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted London Locksmith Services
Established over 25 years ago, 1st Metropolitan Locksmiths has built a reputation as one of London's most trusted locksmith specialists. Our team combines extensive experience in mechanical and electronic security solutions with a commitment to rapid, reliable service. We serve both residential and commercial clients across Greater London, offering 24/7 emergency assistance and nationwide key-cutting services. Our engineers are locally based, ensuring swift response times for lockouts, break-in repairs, and security upgrades.Accredited by Constructionline and SafeContractor, we maintain rigorous professional standards while providing transparent pricing and guarantees on all work. From traditional lock fitting to advanced access control systems, our expertise covers the full spectrum of modern locksmith requirements.
Services
Emergency Lockouts
Key Cutting
Access Control
Lock Repairs
Fob Copying
Safe Services
Intercom Systems
Business Security
Mail Order Keys
Electronic Locks
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- Over 25 years' experience in mechanical and electronic security solutions
- 24/7 emergency callouts with 1-hour response guarantee
- Nationwide key-cutting service with next-day delivery
- Accredited by Constructionline and SafeContractor for quality assurance
- Specialists in Banham locks and hard-to-source security keys
Associations and certifications
- Constructionline
- SafeContractor
- ALOA Locksmiths Association
- Interkey
What people say
Fast service
Friendly staff
Professional expertise
Guaranteed work
Quick delivery
Services
Emergency Lockouts
Our certified engineers provide rapid response for lockout emergencies across London. With 90% of callouts attended within one hour, we specialise in non-destructive entry techniques for residential and commercial properties. All emergency services include transparent pricing with no hidden fees, and our team carries advanced equipment to handle high-security locks and modern electronic systems.
Key Cutting
We offer both in-store and mail-order key cutting services for all lock types. Using precision machinery, we replicate standard and specialist keys including Banham, Yale, and Chubb systems. Our 98% same-day posting service ensures nationwide delivery of duplicated keys, with technical support available for complex security key requirements.
Access Control
Installation and maintenance of electronic access control solutions for businesses. Our systems integrate with existing security infrastructure, offering biometric authentication, keycard entry, and remote management capabilities. We provide full technical support and compliance with current safety regulations for commercial properties.
Fob Copying
Specialist copying service for transponder keys and fobs, including vehicle and property access devices. Our technicians use advanced diagnostic tools to program replacement fobs on-site, with compatibility testing for all major brands and security systems.
Business Security
Comprehensive security solutions for commercial clients including lock upgrades, master key systems, and emergency exit compliance. We work with property managers and local authorities, providing 30-day invoicing and tailored security audits for businesses across London.
Questions
How quickly can you respond to emergency lockouts?
90% of emergency callouts are attended within one hour. Our London-based engineers prioritise urgent cases with guaranteed response times.
Can you cut keys without the original?
Yes, we can create keys from lock codes, measurements, or photographs. Our technicians use advanced equipment to replicate keys for most security systems.
Do you provide services outside London?
We offer nationwide key-cutting services with next-day delivery. For emergency locksmith services, our engineers cover all Greater London areas.
Are your prices fixed in advance?
Yes, we provide transparent quotes before work begins with no hidden fees. All pricing includes guarantees as standard.
Can you service high-security locks?
We specialise in Banham, Yale, and other high-security systems. Our engineers hold current accreditations for advanced lock mechanisms.
Do you work with businesses?
Yes, we provide corporate accounts with 30-day invoicing, regular security audits, and emergency maintenance contracts for commercial clients.
