24 Hour Broken Key Extraction Locksmith in London

Half the key in your hand, half in the lock? A local London locksmith can usually reach you within 30 to 40 minutes

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Our key extraction service in 3 steps

1. One call and we go

Book online or call and say how the key snapped.

2. A locksmith sets off

The nearest available technician heads straight over, anywhere inside the M25.

3. Key out, door working

The broken piece comes out and your keys are back in your hand.

Why Book Your Broken Key Extraction With Us

A snapped key isn't a lost cause, and you don't have to wait until morning to fix it.

  • 24/7 Rapid Response: On call nights, weekends, and bank holidays included.
  • 30 to 40 Minute Arrival: We dispatch the nearest technician anywhere inside the M25.
  • Lock Preservation First: We always attempt extraction before considering a replacement to save you money.
  • Transparent Pricing: No surprise fees. The price is fully agreed upon before any work starts.
  • On-the-Spot Replacement: If the key cannot be freed, we carry British Standard (BS3621) locks right on the van for immediate fitting.
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Broken key extraction prices

Monday to Sunday, 24/7 availability Fantastic Club Standard
Key broken or stuck in a lock from £49 from £79

-- Materials supplied and delivery costs come on top of the service cost.
-- The final price is confirmed when the locksmith arrives and sees the lock.
-- A cancellation fee applies under our standard terms if the locksmith is on site and you decide not to proceed.

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Terms and minimum charges apply. Pricing takes into account the dimensions of the area and the time of the appointment. All prices and deals are valid for areas within the M25. Deals cannot be combined with other deals or promotions. Prices are subject to availability. Parking and congestion charges are excluded from the prices above where applicable.

What to Expect When the Locksmith Arrives

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Four things can happen once the locksmith is at your door. Most jobs stop at the second.

  • A look at the lock first. The locksmith checks how the key broke and how far in the fragment sits, then tells you what it means before touching anything.
  • Extraction. Specialist tools draw the broken piece out and the lock carries on working. Have a spare key to hand if you can, as you will need one to open the door afterwards.
  • Replacement, if the fragment is out of reach. The lock is changed the same visit and you choose what goes back on, from mortice locks, smart locks and anti-snap euro cylinders carried on the van.
  • Drilling, occasionally. Where the lock is beyond saving, it is drilled to get the door open and a new one goes straight in. You are told the cost before this starts, not after.

Do not try it yourself first. Pliers, glue and thin blades push the fragment deeper or damage the pins inside, which turns a simple extraction into a lock replacement.

Cover, Standards and the People We Send

Everything below applies whether the key comes out or the lock has to be replaced.

  • 12 months of cover. On locks we supply, provided nobody else works on them afterwards. Replaced parts carry a one year warranty of their own.
  • BS3621 locks. Any replacement fitted meets British Standard, so your insurer has nothing to query.
  • Checked and insured. Every locksmith is background checked, insured and trained before a first appointment.
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Booking takes about two minutes, at any hour.

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Broken key extraction service FAQ's

Can a locksmith extract a broken key?
Yes, a professional locksmith can extract a broken key from a lock. This is a common service and is typically carried out quickly and without damaging the lock.
How much for a locksmith to remove a broken key?
Prices start from £59 for our locksmith services in London. It depends on how complex the job is, what type of lock it is, and if the key can be extracted without damaging it. If the service is needed outside of regular business hours, an emergency call-out fee may also apply. 
Should I try to remove the broken key from my lock?
It’s best not to attempt to remove a snapped key from the lock yourself, as you may damage the components of the lock or push accidentally the broken part even further inside the lock. This will make the key extraction even more difficult and costly and may result in the need of replacing the lock altogether. But if you really want to try, we gathered some easy tips on what you can do to get the key out of the lock.
How long would the service take?
This will depend on how complex the job will turn out. If the stuck or broken key cannot be extracted, the whole lock may need to be replaced. In general, the key extraction service shouldn’t take more than an hour if nothing extra comes up.
Does the locksmith bring locks with them if replacement is needed?
Yes. The locksmith will bring an array of locks that meet the BS3621 standard (2-5 Lever Mortice locks, Yale locks, multi-locks, deadbolt locks and more). If you require a lock that the technician doesn’t have at hand, they can go and purchase it on your behalf. The locksmith will advise you on-site, regarding any additional costs that will apply.
Can a new key be made from a broken key?
Theoretically, yes, but if the break isn’t “clean” enough, the newly cut key may not be a great fit. We can assist you with cutting a new set of keys, however, this is not done on-site. It’s worth mentioning that, often, replacing the whole lock is cheaper than trying to replace the broken key with a new one.
Do I have to be present while the service takes place?
Yes. The locksmith will need your assistance, as you will have to provide them with a spare key if the door has been locked. Otherwise, the expert will have to gain entry by force, even if the broken key has been successfully extracted.
What types of locks are more prone to a key breaking inside them?
Well, Yale Locks and Euro Cylinder locks, which are pin-tumbler-mechanism locks, are known for this type of risk - the key getting snapped inside them. The reason for this is usually the general wear and tear caused over time, either to the key or to the tumbler mechanism. You can read more about the door lock problems in this article.
What should I do in my key snaps in the lock?
If your key snaps inside the lock, you should contact a locksmith. Our trained specialists will be able to assess the lock and determine whether the blade is still intact, which means they can cut a new key from it. If they find the lock to be faulty and the reason the key broke, then they will replace the entire lock for you.

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