Quick, fair, no nonsense. Property in Margate Old Town had a break-in attempt overnight — they boarded the back, then fitted a new BS3621 mortice the next morning. Insurer signed it off without a query.
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Burglary Repair — Emergency Door Securing 24/7
- 24/7 response
- Boarding up on site
- Insurer-ready bill
- No call-out fee
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- Locksmith on-site within 15–30 minutes
- Door, frame and lock damage secured in one visit
- Emergency boarding up where glass or panels are gone
- Itemised invoice ready for your home insurer
- 24/7 emergency locksmith service – including bank holidays
- Licensed & insured locksmith technicians only
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Break in repair and emergency boarding up
A break-in leaves you feeling unsafe in your own home. That feeling doesn't go away until the door is properly secured again. Our job is to get there fast, fix the damage to the lock and frame, and give you back a property you can lock and walk away from with confidence.
We come out 24/7 — if you've just discovered the break-in tonight, call now. There's no need to wait until morning, and you shouldn't. An unsecured property is a target for a second visit. We replace damaged locks, repair or board split frames, fit British Standard or anti-snap upgrades if you want them, and provide a detailed invoice you can submit to your home insurer.
Most UK home insurance policies cover the cost of post-burglary locksmith work, subject to your excess. We bill in detail — itemised parts, labour, time on site — exactly what insurers ask for.
Break in repair usually means more than a new lock. Splintered frames, bent keeps, a door that no longer sits square in its opening: we fix what can be fixed on the night and make everything else safe. Where glass is gone or the door is beyond saving, we handle emergency boarding up there and then — door boarding up included — so the property is sealed before we leave. The permanent repair gets booked once you've spoken to your insurer, and the itemised invoice we leave behind is written the way insurers want to read it.
Why us
Why Choose Emergency Locksmith 24 for Your Burglary Repair?
Call Us Any Time — We're Always Available
Ring 0800 048 5569 and you'll speak to a real person straight away — not a voicemail, not a callback queue. Our team will take your details, give you an honest price upfront, and dispatch the nearest available locksmith to your address immediately. We cover every UK postcode, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Local Locksmith Near You — With You in 15–30 Minutes
We have locksmith teams based throughout the area — so when you call for an emergency locksmith in your area, you're not waiting for someone to drive across the county. A local locksmith near you will be at your door in 15–30 minutes. Labour starts from £39, locks from £25, with no call-out charge.
Honest Pricing — No Hidden Charges, Ever
Before any of our locksmiths start work, they'll explain exactly what needs doing and give you a fixed price. No inflated quotes, no unexpected extras on the bill. If we can't do the job without additional costs, we'll tell you before we start — not after. That's the Emergency Locksmith 24 guarantee, on every job across your area.
12-Month Warranty on Every Locksmith Job
We only fit locks and parts from trusted, established manufacturers — British Standard-approved wherever possible. Every locksmith job we carry out comes with a full 12-month warranty on both parts and workmanship. If anything goes wrong after we've been, ring us and we'll come straight back — no quibbles, no fuss.
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Reviews
What people say about us
5.0 · 6 customer reviews
Our holiday cottage on Mersea Island got broken into out of season — caretaker phoned and we thought we were in for a nightmare from London. These were the only firm that would actually drive down at short notice. They were on site in half an hour, boarded the back door properly for the night, and came back next day to fit a BS3621 mortice. All the paperwork went straight to the insurer, no questions back. Honestly a relief.
Attempted break-in at ours in Old Town overnight — saw the damage to the door at about 6am and didn't know what to do. Phoned and they were honestly calm and decent about it, walked me through what to tell the insurer before they'd even left their depot. On site in 28 minutes, secured the damaged section properly, then fitted a new BS3621 5-lever the following day. The insurer accepted everything first time.
11pm-ish after a night out in town, locked out of the tenement in the West End (G12). Engineer was there in 18 minutes, popped the close and the flat without breaking a thing. £39 as quoted. Sound bloke.
Came in to the warehouse in Felixstowe on Monday morning and the side garage door had been jemmied overnight — not properly forced, but the cylinder was knackered and the lock wouldn't catch. Phoned around half-six, these were the only ones answering. On site within 35 minutes, secured the door for the day, then came back next morning to fit a new BS3621 mortice. Paperwork went straight to the insurer, no follow-up calls. Saved me a proper headache.
Quick, fair, no nonsense. Called after a break-in attempt in Heswall — back door frame chewed up, the lock wouldn't catch. Made it secure same night, came back next morning to fit a BS3621 mortice. Sensible bloke.
Transparent Pricing
No hidden fees — fixed price quoted before work begins
All prices are starting rates. We confirm the exact price before any work starts.
| Service | From | |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency Lockout / Gain Entry Fast emergency entry service | £39 – £250+ |
| Lock Repair Fix sticky or damaged locks | £39 – £249+ |
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| uPVC Door Lock Adjustment Adjustment & realignment | £79 – £229+ |
| Lock Change (Supply & Fit) New lock supplied & installed | £88 – £475+ |
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| Standard Deadbolt & Cylinders Lock supply pricing | £29 – £299+ |
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| British Standard Locks BS3621 approved locks | £109 – £350+ |
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| Gearbox / Multipoint Locks Full mechanism replacement | £89 – £375+ |
| Car Lockout Service Vehicle entry service | £99 – £220+ |
💡 Important Pricing Information
- Assessment fee / cancellation fee: £49.00
- All prices are starting rates — exact price confirmed before work begins
- VAT included where applicable
- No hidden charges or call-out fees
- 12-month warranty on all parts and labour
The primary goal of EmergencyLocksmith24.co.uk is to provide a quick answer to all customers, no matter what time of day or night. We aim to provide the highest quality of UK emergency locksmith service in a professional manner, with multiple teams located near you, ensuring customer satisfaction and safety.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a locksmith come out the same day after a burglary?
Yes. We treat post-burglary calls as emergencies and aim to be on site within 15 to 30 minutes. Available 24/7, including overnight, bank holidays, and weekends. There's no call-out fee.
Do I need a crime reference number before calling a locksmith?
No. Call us first to secure the property — that's the priority. Report to the police separately. The crime reference number is something your insurer will need, not us. You can deal with it after the door is secured.
Will the locksmith invoice be accepted by my insurer?
Yes. We provide an itemised invoice covering parts, labour, time on site, and the work done — the level of detail UK home insurers ask for. Major insurers including Aviva, AXA, Direct Line, Admiral and most others accept locksmith invoices as proof of repair.
My door frame is split — can it be repaired or does it need replacing?
Depends on the severity. Minor splits can be reinforced and locks fitted on the same visit. Major frame damage usually needs a carpenter to rebuild before locks can be refitted. We board the door safely overnight if it can't be locked the same evening.
Should I upgrade my locks after a burglary?
Yes — and your insurer may require it. BS3621 British Standard locks are the insurance-approved standard. Anti-snap cylinders are recommended if you've got Euro cylinders. We can fit both on the same visit as the repair.
What if my landlord needs to sort the repair, not me?
We deal with tenancy situations regularly. We can address the invoice to the landlord or letting agent. Call us — we'll secure the property tonight and sort the paperwork side once you've spoken to whoever's responsible.
Summary
After a break-in, the priority is a door you can lock tonight. We secure damaged doors, frames and locks in one visit, board up where glass or panels are gone, and leave an itemised invoice written the way your insurer wants to read it — 24/7, bank holidays included.
Ring 0800 048 5569 and we'll make the property safe tonight, not tomorrow morning.