Business Details
28 Years
experience
Emergency
services
24/7 Locksmith Services in Watford
Established in 1998 by managing director John Emberton, National Lock & Safe has grown into a national network of over 300 skilled locksmiths specialising in safes, doors, and access control systems. With over 30 years of industry experience, our founder previously worked at Assa Abloy, the UK's largest lock manufacturer, and brings deep expertise in locks and access control systems. We prioritise technical excellence, continuous engineer training, and high standards of customer service. Our commitment to sustainability is demonstrated through a paper-free operation, low-emission vehicles, and comprehensive recycling initiatives. By partnering with approved contractors, we reduce travel time and environmental impact while maintaining rapid response times.Our charitable efforts include the annual 'Run the Ring' Volkswagen event, which has raised over 280,000 for various causes, including carbon-offset tree planting. We serve diverse sectors including retail, commercial, industrial, and residential clients, maintaining long-term relationships through consistent service quality. Our 24/7 emergency response ensures immediate assistance for lock and safe issues, supported by DBS-checked, fully insured engineers. Account holders benefit from secure online access, 30-day payment terms, and detailed project updates. Our dedication to health and safety compliance, alongside regular customer satisfaction monitoring, reinforces our position as a trusted leader in the UK security industry.
Services
Locks
Safes
Access Control
Commercial Door Services
Emergency Locksmith Service
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 emergency locksmith services nationwide
- Our engineers have over 30 years of combined industry experience
- All technicians are DBS-checked and fully insured
- We operate a paper-free, environmentally responsible business
- We maintain a national network of 300+ qualified engineers
Services
Locks
Our 24/7 locksmith service provides emergency lockouts, lock changes, and repairs across the UK. Our DBS-checked engineers use non-destructive entry methods where possible, carry extensive stock for immediate replacements, and offer master keying solutions. We serve retail, commercial, and industrial clients requiring rapid response to maintain property security.
Safes
We offer comprehensive safe services including non-destructive entry, lock changes, repairs, and installations. Our engineers handle all safe types, from basic models to high-security vaults with insurance-rated cash and jewellery protection. We also provide relocation services and electronic lock upgrades with audit trail capabilities for enhanced security management.
Access Control
Our access control solutions range from standalone door systems to multi-site networks with biometric authentication. We install and maintain code-based, card-swipe, and fingerprint systems with DDA-compliant options. Our scalable solutions support 1-50,000 users with centralised management through intuitive software interfaces for enhanced security control.
Commercial Door Services
We repair and maintain all commercial doors including fire exits, industrial entrances, and security doors. Our services include hardware replacement, door closer adjustments, and compliance upgrades. We offer planned preventative maintenance to ensure ongoing safety compliance and security for retail, educational, and industrial premises.
People
John Emberton
Managing Director
With over 30 years in the security industry, John founded National Lock & Safe in 1998 after working at Assa Abloy. He champions technical excellence, engineer training, and customer service while leading our environmental and charitable initiatives including the annual 'Run the Ring' charity event.
Questions
What services do you offer?
We provide 24/7 emergency locksmith services, safe engineering, access control systems, and commercial door maintenance across the UK.
Are your engineers qualified?
All our engineers are DBS-checked, fully insured, and have extensive experience in security solutions.
Do you offer nationwide coverage?
Yes, we operate nationwide with a network of 300+ qualified engineers for rapid response.
What environmental initiatives do you have?
We operate paper-free, use low-emission vehicles, and recycle extensively to minimise our environmental impact.
Can you handle commercial properties?
We specialise in commercial security solutions for retail, industrial, educational, and hospitality sectors.
Do you offer account facilities?
Yes, account holders receive 30-day terms and secure online access to manage orders and invoices.
