Business Details
33 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted 24/7 Locksmith in Essex
Established in 1993, KAT Locksmiths is a family-run business dedicated to providing comprehensive security solutions for domestic and commercial clients. Our team of Essex Police-vetted professionals offers 24/7 emergency services, including non-destructive lock entry, key cutting, and security installations. With over 25 years of experience, we are MLA-approved and committed to delivering fixed-price services, free estimates, and rapid 30-minute response times.Our expertise extends to high-security lock systems, safe services, and multipoint locking mechanisms, ensuring tailored solutions for every client. Backed by a 99% success rate in non-destructive entry, we prioritise customer satisfaction through transparent communication and reliable service delivery.
Services
Key Cutting
Replacement Locks
Safes
Security Installations
Emergency Locksmith Services
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We are approved by the Master Locksmiths Association.
- Our team guarantees a 30-minute response time for emergencies.
- We specialize in non-destructive lock entry techniques.
- We offer free, no-obligation estimates for all services.
- All our services come with fixed pricing to ensure transparency.
Associations and certifications
- Master Locksmiths Association (MLA)
What people say
Fast, effective service
30-minute response
Non-destructive entry
Excellent customer service
Highly recommend
Services
Key Cutting
We provide while-you-wait key cutting services for household, commercial, and high-security keys, including cylinder, mortice, and transponder keys. Our stock includes a vast range of key blanks to meet diverse security needs. Specialising in EVVA high-security keys, we ensure precise duplication even for patented or code-protected systems.
Replacement Locks
We supply and install high-security replacement locks for UPVC, composite, and wooden doors, including Bristant Ultion and Yale Doormaster systems. Our upgrades enhance security without requiring full door replacement, offering cost-effective solutions compliant with British Standards and police-approved specifications.
Safes
We offer a full range of safes from home to commercial grades, including fireproof models and deposit safes. Services include safe key replacement, combination changes, and emergency safe opening. Our safes meet insurance requirements for cash cover up to 10,000, with higher-grade options available on order.
Emergency Locksmith Services
Available 24/7, our emergency services include non-destructive lock entry, broken key extraction, and burglary repair. With a 30-minute response time and Essex Police vetting, we resolve lockouts swiftly without damaging property, ensuring immediate security restoration for homes and businesses.
Security Installations
We install advanced security systems, including access control, anti-snap locks, and panic hardware for fire exits. Our solutions comply with insurance and legal standards, featuring brands like ERA, GU, and Adams Rite. We also provide insurance surveys and burglary prevention assessments.
Questions
What services do you offer?
We provide key cutting, lock repairs, emergency lockout services, safe installations, and high-security lock upgrades for residential and commercial clients.
Are you available 24/7 for emergencies?
Yes, we offer 24-hour emergency services with a 30-minute response time for lockouts and security emergencies across Essex.
Do you provide free estimates?
Yes, we offer free, no-obligation estimates for all services, with fixed pricing to ensure transparency.
Are your locksmiths certified?
Our team is Master Locksmiths Association-approved and Essex Police-vetted, ensuring compliance with industry standards and security checks.
Can you replace high-security keys?
Yes, we specialise in duplicating high-security keys, including EVVA DPS and code-protected systems, with authorisation from manufacturers.
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Reviews (6)
R. Dolphin
Dec 21, 2021
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Had an failure of the igntion lock of my Ford Van, this was an emergency as it meant I could no longer work. I phoned a local locksmith who said the van was too new to fix and would have to be main dealer job, it was a Sunday and this would have taken days as the van would have to be towed etc. Phoned Jay at KAT locksmiths who immediately said yes I will come on a Sunday and have the rights parts with me. He arrived and while on site replaced the ignition lock and got me up and running within hours. Im so thankful
Conor Mckay
Dec 15, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
A much better improvement to my car, while new key which now fully works in rapid timing, also helped with some car issues. Would definitely recommend Jay! Wonderful service and very polite
A much better improvement to my car, while new key which now fully works in rapid timing, also helped with some car issues. Would definitely recommend Jay! Wonderful service and very polite
Emily Hale
Dec 08, 2021
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No one beats their knowledge, expertise and helpfulness. Good old fashioned honest, trustworthy masters of their craft! Couldn't recommend higher but would like to!!
Cullen J.
Oct 23, 2021
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Took in a Ford Focus car key where the buttons had broken, spoke to Jay who had it fixed within minutes! Top quality service
Ann Johnson
Oct 14, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Jay was extremely helpful and apprachable when he cut a new key for my Ford Transit. He made sure the key works 100% before I left the forecourt.Thank you. PS Great value to!
Jay was extremely helpful and apprachable when he cut a new key for my Ford Transit. He made sure the key works 100% before I left the forecourt.Thank you. PS Great value to!
David Bivens
Oct 01, 2021
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What a great team! My telephone inquiry was promptly answered and my problem quickly identified. I was given a number of options as to the way forward. The team could not have been more understanding and helpful. I chose to have a home visit. An appointment was promptly made for the next day, the technician telephoned on the morning of the visit to give me an estimated time of arrival. A full inspection of the locking mechanism was made, the problem was quickly identified, the lock was given a thorough test of function and a clear demonstration of use given. I could not be be happier, , good value
