Business Details
26 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted 24/7 Locksmith in Edinburgh
Established in 2000, Smartlox has built a reputation as Edinburgh's trusted family-run locksmith service. With over 30 years of combined expertise, our team specialises in emergency lockouts, safe opening, and advanced security solutions for domestic and commercial clients. We guarantee non-destructive entry techniques, offer a 24/7 rapid response within 20-30 minutes, and provide a full year's warranty on all work. Our technicians hold BS 3621 certification for lock installations and maintain partnerships with major Edinburgh institutions including Ryden Property Consultants and The Bank of Scotland.We prioritise transparent pricing with no hidden fees, accepting all major credit cards for customer convenience. Our commitment to quality has earned us endorsements from repeat clients in property management and banking sectors, while our technical capabilities extend to high-security systems like biometric access controls and anti-snap locks.
Services
Emergency Locksmith
Safe Opening
Door Entry Systems
Lock Fitting
UPVC Repairs
Commercial Security
Key Duplication
Bailiff Work
Vehicle Entry
Intercom Systems
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of local Edinburgh experience
- 24/7 emergency response within 20-30 minutes
- No call-out charges or hidden fees
- Family-run business with guaranteed work
- BS 3621-certified lock installations
Associations and certifications
- BS 3621
What people say
Good reliable service
Best service in Edinburgh
Opened lock in 60 seconds
Well respected member
Top marks
Services
Emergency Locksmith
Our 24/7 emergency service resolves lockouts within 20-30 minutes across Edinburgh. Technicians use non-destructive entry techniques for homes and businesses. All work guaranteed with no charge if access cannot be achieved.
Safe Opening
Specialist safe opening for antique to high-security models. We change combinations, recode electronic locks, and copy high-security keys with authorisation. Serve banks, police, and private clients across Scotland.
Door Entry Systems
Supply and installation of secure door entry systems for tenement buildings. Upgrade to Cisa locks with restricted key systems or magnetic locks with fob access. Repairs available for malfunctioning intercom systems.
UPVC Repairs
Expert repair and replacement of UPVC door and window locks. Address alignment issues and broken mechanisms before total failure. Cost-effective solutions compared to full door replacements.
Lock Fitting
BS 3621-certified lock installations for enhanced security. Supply and fit anti-snap locks, master key systems, and high-security door hardware. Includes insurance-compliant solutions for domestic and commercial properties.
People
Steve Smith
Owner & Master Technician
With over 30 years' experience, Steve established Smartlox in 2000. He specialises in complex lock systems and safe opening, serving Edinburgh's property and banking sectors while maintaining technical partnerships with major security brands.
Questions
Do you offer 24-hour emergency services?
Yes, our 24/7 service guarantees response within 20-30 minutes for Edinburgh and Lothian residents, 365 days a year.
What areas do you cover?
We serve Edinburgh city, the Lothians, and Central Scotland with guaranteed 60-minute response times across these regions.
Are your services insured?
All work comes with a full 1-year guarantee and is covered by comprehensive insurance for domestic and commercial clients.
Can you open high-security safes?
Our specialists handle antique to modern high-security safes using non-destructive techniques for banks, police, and private clients.
Do you charge call-out fees?
No hidden fees or call-out charges. Transparent pricing with payment only required if successful access is achieved.
