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 a trusted provider of comprehensive locksmith solutions across London. Our team combines extensive experience in mechanical and electronic security systems with a commitment to rapid, reliable service. We specialise in emergency callouts, key cutting, access control installations, and commercial property security, serving both residential and business clients. Accredited by industry-leading organisations, we maintain rigorous standards of professionalism and technical expertise.Our engineers operate across Greater London, offering same-day and 24/7 services to address urgent needs. With a focus on transparency, we provide upfront pricing and guarantees, ensuring clients receive tailored solutions without unexpected costs. Our dedication to resolving complex security challenges has earned consistent positive feedback from customers nationwide.
Services
Emergency Locksmith
Key Cutting
Access Control
Fob Copying
Commercial Security
Safe Opening
Intercom Systems
Lock Replacement
24/7 Callouts
Mail Order Keys
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 emergency locksmith services with rapid response times across London.
- Our engineers hold industry accreditations including SafeContractor and Constructionline.
- We provide nationwide key delivery with guaranteed turnaround times.
- Our team handles complex electronic security systems and traditional lock repairs.
- Transparent pricing with no hidden fees or unexpected charges.
Associations and certifications
- Constructionline
- SafeContractor
- ALOA Locksmiths Association
- Interkey
What people say
Very fast service
Friendly staff
24/7 availability
Accurate pricing
Effective solutions
Services
Emergency Locksmith
We provide rapid emergency response for lockouts, broken locks, and security breaches. Our engineers arrive within 60 minutes across London, operating 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Customers consistently praise our punctuality and problem-solving expertise during urgent situations.
Key Cutting
Our nationwide key cutting service handles standard and specialist keys, including foreign and security-coded variants. Keys are dispatched within 24 hours with free returns if required. Customers report high satisfaction with our technical knowledge and delivery speed.
Access Control
We install and maintain electronic access control systems for commercial properties. Our solutions include keypads, card readers, and integrated intercom systems. Business clients value our ability to handle complex installations and emergency repairs.
Fob Copying
Our fob copying service supports various security systems, completed without requiring original fobs. Commercial clients appreciate our fast turnaround and compatibility testing to ensure seamless operation with existing systems.
Commercial Security
We offer tailored security solutions for businesses, including lock changes, master key systems, and compliance audits. Our corporate clients benefit from 30-day invoicing and dedicated account management for ongoing maintenance needs.
Questions
Do you offer 24-hour emergency services?
Yes, our 24/7 locksmith service operates across Greater London with engineers available at all hours for urgent lockouts and security issues.
Can you cut keys without the original?
We can duplicate most keys using lock codes, photographs, or manufacturer details without requiring the original key for 98% of requests.
What areas do you cover?
We serve all Greater London postcodes including Bromley, Croydon, Epsom, and Romford, with local engineers ensuring quick response times.
Are your prices fixed in advance?
Yes, we provide transparent quotes before work begins with no hidden fees or unexpected charges for any service.
Do you handle commercial security systems?
We specialise in business security including access control, intercom systems, and electronic locking mechanisms for property managers and councils.
Can you repair broken safes?
Our engineers handle safe repairs and opening operations using specialist tools while maintaining security standards and documentation.
Reviews (4)
Mike Surtees
Aug 18, 2021
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Fantastic service! Was able to get straight through on the phone, and had all my questions answered by a friendly member of staff. I was able to send an damaged fob off for copying via tracked mail, have it copied the next day by Metro Locks, and then sent back via tracked delivery with a new one the same day, so I had a new perfectly working fob just 2 days after originally sending the damaged fob off. Would thoroughly recommend!
Saja Eladeem
Aug 01, 2021
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One of the most sarcastic people I have spoken to on the phone.
Makes it sound like they are trying to "work with you"
Spends more time talking about the way you worded a certain sentence than the actual job in question. They also hire agency staff for a lot of their larger installs so don't think you're getting everything done by an actual locksmith. Fine for minor locksmith services if its your ONLY option
RESPONSE TO 1st Metropolitan:
Oh the classic "Dont know who you are sorry"
Makes it sound like they are trying to "work with you"
Spends more time talking about the way you worded a certain sentence than the actual job in question. They also hire agency staff for a lot of their larger installs so don't think you're getting everything done by an actual locksmith. Fine for minor locksmith services if its your ONLY option
RESPONSE TO 1st Metropolitan:
Oh the classic "Dont know who you are sorry"
The Studio
Jun 22, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Punctuality,Quality
A great service. I would thoroughly recommend this company. A very quick turn around time and they managed to successfully copy SALTO key fobs which can be hard to copy. A great company, good communication, easy to deal with, friendly and efficient.
Service:New key fob
A great service. I would thoroughly recommend this company. A very quick turn around time and they managed to successfully copy SALTO key fobs which can be hard to copy. A great company, good communication, easy to deal with, friendly and efficient.
Service:New key fob
Jim Clark
May 26, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Punctuality,Quality,Value
I would really recommend 1st metropolitan locksmiths. I requested 2 keys for a padlock, I received a confirmation message from Stan within a couple of hours to double check the order The keys arrived within 2 days and they work perfectly. Thank you.
Services:Copy building key,Delivery
I would really recommend 1st metropolitan locksmiths. I requested 2 keys for a padlock, I received a confirmation message from Stan within a couple of hours to double check the order The keys arrived within 2 days and they work perfectly. Thank you.
Services:Copy building key,Delivery
