Lock Change Service in East London
Moving into a new home, changing tenants or unsure who has a key? Our lock change service replaces cylinders and locks across East London, usually in under an hour, so you know exactly who can get into your property.
- Most changes under an hour
- Landlords and homeowners
- New keys on the day
London Borough of Newham
Stratford E20
Lock changes for homes and lets across East London
When to book a lock change
A lock change is about control: knowing every key that exists for your door.
Moving into a new home
Previous owners, their family, cleaners and builders may all still have keys. Changing the locks on moving day is one of the first jobs we recommend.
Between tenancies
Landlords and letting agents use us to change locks between tenants, so outgoing occupants and their copies can't get back in.
When someone moves out
If a lodger, flatmate or former partner who shouldn't have access still holds a key, a lock change removes that access straight away.
What a lock change involves
On uPVC and composite doors, a lock change usually means replacing the euro cylinder. It's a quick job: the cylinder is held by a single retaining screw, and a new one comes with fresh keys. We can fit an anti-snap cylinder at the same time if your door needs it.
Timber doors usually have a night latch, a mortice deadlock or both. Changing these means replacing the lock body or, on some locks, just the cylinder. We match the new lock to the existing cut-outs so the door isn't weakened.
A lock change and a lock replacement aren't quite the same. A lock change keeps the same type of lock with new keys, while a lock replacement swaps an old or failing lock for a better one. We'll tell you which your door needs.
Related locksmith services
These services often go hand in hand with a lock change.
Lock Replacement
Upgrade worn or low-security locks.Lost Keys
New locks when keys have gone missing.Mortice Locks
Mortice deadlock changes for timber doors.UPVC Door Repair
Cylinder and mechanism work on uPVC doors.Locked Out
Entry first, then a lock change if needed.London Locksmith
Lock changes for landlords and agents.Professional Locksmith
British Standard locks fitted properly.Locksmith Near Me
Check how soon we can reach you.Trusted Locksmith
Clear prices and honest advice.Why book your lock change with us
Quick visits
Most lock changes take under an hour, so you can get on with your move.
Landlord friendly
We invoice landlords and agents directly and can hand keys to whoever you choose.
Insurance-ready locks
New locks meet BS 3621 or TS007 standards where your door needs them.
Booked around you
Choose a time that suits you, including evenings and weekends.
How to book a lock change
Tell us the doors
Let us know how many doors and what type of locks they have, with photos if possible.
Fixed price
We quote for every lock in one price, so there are no surprises.
Locks changed
Your locksmith replaces each cylinder or lock and tests it.
Keys handed over
New keys go to you or your agent, and old locks are taken away.
Lock changes across East London
We change locks in every postcode we cover, but some areas keep us especially busy.
Book a lock change anywhere in East London
We change locks in all of these postcodes.
Hackney and Tower Hamlets
Clapton, Dalston, Bethnal Green
Redbridge and Waltham Forest
Wanstead, South Woodford, Chingford
Newham
Forest Gate, Stratford, Olympic Park
Lock change FAQs
How long does a lock change take?
Most cylinder changes take a few minutes per door, and mortice lock changes usually take under an hour.
Should I change the locks when I move house?
Yes. You can't know how many keys the previous owners gave out, so changing the locks is a simple way to secure your new home.
Can tenants change the locks?
Check your tenancy agreement first. Many require the landlord's permission, and you may need to give them a key.
Can one key open all my doors after a lock change?
Often, yes. If your doors use euro cylinders, we can fit keyed-alike cylinders so one key opens them all.
Do you change locks for letting agents?
Yes. We work with agents and landlords on changeovers, and can send invoices directly to them.
Ready to change your locks?
Call or WhatsApp us with the number of doors and we'll give you a price. To pick a time, contact us.