Lockkeys Locksmiths Widnes 07967 778940

Need a Locksmith in Widnes or Emergency Locksmith in Widnes then call Derek on 07967-778940 Lockkeys Locksmith Widnes provide services in the following areas of Widnes all we can reach within the hour. We will provide you with a no obligation quote so if you need a locksmith in Widnes give us a ring we provide locksmiths in Widnes and the following areas:

Locksmiths Bold Heath, Locksmiths Cronton, Locksmiths Cuerdley Cross, Locksmiths Ditton, Locksmith Farnworth, Locksmiths Great Sankey, Locksmiths Hough Green, Locksmiths Penketh.

Emergency Locksmith Widnes 07967 778940

Locked out in Widnes then call Lockkeys Locksmith Widnes on 07967 778940 for a free no obligation quote and fast response, we can be with you within 45 minutes of your call to help you get back into your premises and with charges from just £68 during the day we are one of the most competitively priced Widnes Locksmiths .

Emergency Locksmith Widnes carry a vast amount of stock and equipment so we can get you back into your property fast and efficiently and if the need arises that you need to change your locks for any reason we can do this for you.

Troubleshooting Guide UPVC Doors

At Lockkeys Locksmiths Widnes we are quite often are asked to attend both Commercial and Domestic properties where there is a problem with a UPVC Door either not locking, jammed shut, or unable to close, some of these problems could be prevented and so we have put together this troubleshooting guide so customers can better identify what is wrong with their UPVC Door.

Five Main Components of a UPVC Door

There are essentially 5 main components to a Upvc door, beside the door itself there are the (A) Handles (B)Hinges (C) Euro Cylinder (D) Multipoint lock gearbox, Hooks and Rollers (E) lock Keeps.

On the next pages we will describe for our customers common problems that can arise with the individual components.

Upvc Door Handles

There are normally not many problems caused by door handles failing however Lockkeys Locksmiths Widnes sometimes get a call to say that my door handles are loose or my door handles are spinning around.

If you find that your door handles are loose then try and tighten the screws on the handle to see if that solves the problem, they can come loose over time, if this does not work then check the area where the handle meets the faceplate if its this part thats loose then you will need to replace the handles at some point before the handle comes away from the faceplate.

There are many different types of handles and sizes so the easiest way of replacing yours would be to take off one of the handles and take it to a shop that supplies handles to ensure you get the right size alternatively call a locksmith for a quote.

If your handles are spinning around on both sides of the door then this could indicate a problem with the multi-lock gearbox which you may need to replace again I would suggest calling Locksmiths Widnes for a free quote.

Euro Cylinder

Locksmiths Widnes often get calls where the problem seems to be the Euro Cylinder which is found at the bottom of the handles and is the part where the key fits in, it is this part that locks everything in place. If you find that the key is getting difficult to put into the lock then check another key first preferably an original as it could be that one key is worn or has not been cut correctly, if this is the same then it could be that your euro cylinder needs replacing again it may be worth asking a locksmith for a quote to replace your euro cylinder.

If your door is locked and the euro cylinder is just spinning around then this would again indicate that your euro cylinder as failed and needs replacing again we would suggest getting a quote from a locksmith as the lock would need to be removed safely doing this yourself could possibly damage other parts of the multilock which cost a lot more to repair than the euro cylinder itself.

If the euro cylinder is not moving at all or not moving much then this could indicate a problem with the multi-lock gearbox we suggest getting a quote from a locksmith as the euro cylinder may need to be removed before checking the function of the multi-lock gearbox itself which may need to be replaced.

Upvc Door Hinges

Over time you may find that your door is catching the frame when closing your Upvc door this may be because the door has dropped. Basically Upvc doors are very heavy and over time the strain on the door hinges may cause the door to drop a few millimetres which can affect the function of the door.

To check if this is the cause look at the top corners of your door you should see a line where the door is jointed, now look at the frame again you should see a line where the frame is jointed as a basic rule these lines should match up, if the door line is lower than the frame line then your door has dropped.

If this is the case then you will need the door adjusting and possibly the hinges and keeps on the side of the door which accept the multipoint lock hooks and rollers, and please also bear in mind that if over time locking the door has become worse, then the probability is that your multipoint gearbox has suffered wear and tear and we would suggest that you replace this at the same time as adjusting your door.

Although the adjusting of doors appears easy when seen on youtube, believe me when I say it isn't otherwise why would you need installers and locksmiths. For example their are a number of different types of hinges including flag and butt hinges, the one displayed in the photo is a flag hinge and this can be adjusted to pull the door up/down and in/out. We would suggest because of the work involved getting a quote from a locksmith.

Multipoint Lock- Gearbox, Hook and Rollers

The above pictures show the components of a multipoint lock which are the gearbox,hooks and or rollers the gearbox is fitted inside the door where your handles go through, you don't actually see this once inside the door however it is the part that controls the hooks and rollers when you lift the handle they come out and when you push the handles down they go back in.

If the gearbox fails in the locked position then you will need a locksmith to open the door for you and replace the gearbox or the full multipoint lock. Quite often a combination of the door dropping and bad fitting of the lock keeps means that it becomes harder to lift the handle and lock the door, this puts more strain on the gearbox and eventually it will fail.

Occasionally but not very often it is the hooks and rollers that fail, if this happens and the door is in the locked position again you will need a locksmith to open the door for you and change the full multipoint lock.

If your door is becoming hard to lock or the handles are becoming harder to lift up, then:

One way of checking if you multipoint lock is on its way out is by opening the door and whilst in this position lift the handles up, if this is easy then it could be that its just your door and or keeps that need adjusting. If however it is still hard to lift the handles then it would appear that you multipoint lock is the problem.

Multipoint Door Lock Keeps

Above is a picture of a Multipoint Door Lock keep which is for hooks and rollers, the hole is where a hook would fit and above this is where the roller would fit locking your door at multi points hence the name multipoint door lock.

If having checked your door is locking when open but is not working properly when you lift the handles when the door is shut the the likelihood is that the door has dropped and either that or the keeps need adjusting.

However occasionally screws can come loose so check the keep for any loose screws as it could be this that is affecting the non locking of your door, please remember that their are different types of lock keeps the one pictured above is a full piece keep however yours could be in two or more pieces.

If you're keeps need adjusting then Locksmiths Widnes advise getting a quote from a locksmith as this can be a time consuming task which if not done right could further damage you multipoint lock.

Its No Obligation Quotes With Lockkeys Locksmiths Widnes

When your looking for a Locksmith in Widnes then you will need to know the answers to a few questions such as whats wrong with my lock, how much will it cost to fix and how long will you be. You can get answers to these questions by calling Derek or Pam on 07967 778940 at Lockkeys Locksmiths Widnes we provide no obligation quotes and if you agree with our quote we can normally be with you the same day or by appointment to suit you the customer.

Our Locksmiths Widnes do not charge a call out fee, do not charge vat, and charge for the job and not per hour so their is no added costs.

Locksmiths Widnes - Our Locksmith Services

At Lockkeys Locksmiths Widnes we provide the following services:

Emergency Locksmiths Widnes
Opening Locked Doors In Widnes
Lock Replacement Service Widnes
Upvc Door Lock Problems Solved In Widnes
Locksmith Training Widnes
British Standard Locks Fitted In Widnes
High Security Locks Fitted Widnes
Anti Snap Locks Fitted Widnes
Garage Door Locks Opened & Replaced In Widnes

If theres a locksmith service you require but is not on the list then call Lockkeys Locksmiths Widnes on 07967 778940 and speak to Pam or Derek if we cant assist you then we will probably know someone who can.

High Security & Anti-Snap Locks Fitted In Widnes

Lock snapping is a method of entry to open doors for many thieves after stealing your property and car keys. Locks have been developed to protect you against this type of attack but many locks on the market are described as anti-snap when they are not. The only locks specifically designed to protect against a snapping attack are 3 star euro cylinders and the best of these are 3 star diamond grade.

Looking at the picture above you can see a standard security cylinder (right of picture) and a 3 star diamond grade cylinder (left of the picture) it doesnt take a Widnes Locksmith to see the difference. Of course it all comes down to an individuals budget but at Lockkeys Locksmiths we advise everyone who has a decent car to get 3 star euro cylinders on your doors even if you replace one per month.

If anyone would like a no obligation quote to supply and fit 3 star diamond grade locks then call Derek or Pm on 07967 778940 we are here to help our customers.

Locksmith Training Courses Cheshire

At Lockkeys Locksmith Services we also provide locksmith training courses taught by experienced locksmiths who are also qualified tutors, assesors and IQAs

Locksmith Training Courses

(A) 8 day Locksmith Course leading to the regulated qualification Highfield Level 3 Diploma For Commercial Locksmiths and Security.
(B) 5 Day Locksmith Course (Internal Certificate - You will be able to start trading as a locksmith after this course)
(C) 2 Day Locksmith Course for maintenance staff who deal with locks at work.
(D) 1 Day Lock Bumping Course (For Trading Locksmiths)

All carried out from our workshop in St Helens, Merseyside call 07967 778940 to discuss and or arrange a visit.

Lockkeys Locksmith Services Out & About In Widnes

After doing some work for a well known transport company I took the opportunity of looking what the ugly looking building was near Warburtons Widnes.

The buidling owned by BWSC is a waste wood fired energy plant providing energy for approximately 48000 homes. It may be ugly bit its doing the job.Likewise our Locksmith in Widnes Derek may not be male model potential but hes been providing a reliable and quality locksmith service in Widnes since 2009. If you would like a no obligation quote just call us on 07967 778940.

Lockkeys Locksmith Services Serving Widnes Since 2009

We have not been open as long as Victoria Park Widnes however at Lockkeys Locksmiths we have been providing a locksmith service in Widnes since 2009 and always enjoy a stroll around Victoria Park whenever we are nearby.

At Lockkeys Locksmiths Widnes we believe in providing quality and reliability for our locksmith customers in Widnes and surrounding areas and this has enabled us to continue providing our locksmith services in Widnes during the difficult period of the pandemic and for this we will always be grateful to our customers.

Lock Replacement Service In Widnes

If you need a lock replaced in Widnes then give us a call on 07967 778940 at Lockkeys Locksmiths Widnes we provide a quick lock replacement service at a competitive price. We replace most locks the most common being euro cylinders as pictured above but we also replace wooden door locks such as motice locks (commonly know as chubb locks) and rim locks (commonly known as Yale locks).

Lockkeys Locksmiths Widnes - The Upvc Door Lock Experts

So what is a expert ? "a person who is very knowledgeable about or skilful in a particular area" At Lockkeys Locksmiths Widnes our locksmith Derek has been working on upvc door locks nearly every day since 2009 so he has become very experienced in opening and replacing these types of locks when they fail.

The door pictured above was a job that he completed when another locksmith had spent two hours on the door and failed to open it. The desperate customers phoned Lockkeys Locksmith Services we went late afternoon opened the door, replaced the multipoint lock centre case and re-aligned the keeps so that the door was working as good as if not better than the day the door was fitted.

If you have a upvc door lock problem then call the experts Lockkeys Locksmiths Services Widnes on 07967 778940 and ask for a no obligation quote.