Albany Locksmiths
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Albany Locksmiths have more than a decade's Locksmith experience working in the security industry making us one of the most trusted Edinburgh locksmiths around. We offer competitive LOW FIXED PRICING, NO CALLOUT CHARGE and NO ADDED VAT. Being an Edinburgh locksmith that is truly based in the city, in 95% of emergency cases we can get to your door in under 30 minutes.  For your peace of mind, our fully-qualified locksmiths are insured for up to £2,000,000 and CRB checked.  All our new parts are covered by a one year guarantee and unlike larger companies we do not add VAT to the end price.
We provide emergency locksmith services for Edinburgh, East Lothian, West Lothian, Fife and the Borders. You may have seen one of our vans out and about. Because we are independent, when you call you will speak directly with an Edinburgh-based locksmith who, through hands-on experience, will know how to best diagnose the problem, offer a solution and give you an idea of the cost.
Please read our free advice on how to keep your property safe and secure and don't forget to check out our vast range of lock products including Yale locks and night latches, mortice locks, multipoint locks for UPVC doors and HMO locks preferred by Edinburgh local authorities.
We provide emergency locksmith services for Edinburgh, East Lothian, West Lothian, Fife and the Borders. You may have seen one of our vans out and about. Because we are independent, when you call you will speak directly with an Edinburgh-based locksmith who, through hands-on experience, will know how to best diagnose the problem, offer a solution and give you an idea of the cost.
Please read our free advice on how to keep your property safe and secure and don't forget to check out our vast range of lock products including Yale locks and night latches, mortice locks, multipoint locks for UPVC doors and HMO locks preferred by Edinburgh local authorities.
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4.9 out of 5 based on 
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 12th September 2025
 
12th September 2025Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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They responded very quickly to my enquiry and were excellent to deal with .
        Sue Robertson
 
 
 
 
 19th May 2025
 
19th May 2025Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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William arrived at the planned time and explained everything as he did the troubleshooting task with the lock. He identified the problem was the cylinder of my lock and gave me the details of cost and I was happy with that.  He also cut me extra keys and tested them in the lock. So all the keys work!  I found him professional, pleasant and efficient. I would recommend William
 
 
 
 
 2nd May 2025
 
2nd May 2025Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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Prompt efficient professional self service.  Was able to fix problem without having to order up a replacement. He went the extra mile and adjusted another handle while he was here. Would definitely recommend. Mr Good is self employed so you know who it is who coming to you, rather than someone from a larger company.
        Michael Kerr
 
 
 
 
 28th March 2025
 
28th March 2025Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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Prompt response and efficient service. Job done expertly and well.  First time of using Albany locksmiths and would recommend this business.
        Anne Hood
 
 
 
 
 9th January 2025
 
9th January 2025Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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All work and fees discussed in advance, work completed before any payment was asked, no hidden extras in the price, arrived on time, communicated throughout, friendly and helpful manner. Cannot find any fault in the service at all.
 
 
 
 
 26th November 2024
 
26th November 2024Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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Quick response and fees clearly stated in advance - fixed within 30 mins, would use again.
 
 
 
 
 9th September 2024
 
9th September 2024Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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William came, exactly when we agreed, to put right our patio door which would not lock. The problem at first looked like a total replacement job but he detected an ingenious solution and fixed it in 20 minutes, and even gave us a discount on his quoted price. Altogether a very satisfactory and pleasant experience
 
 
 
 
 3rd August 2024
 
3rd August 2024Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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We were unable to enter our flat due to a faulty lock. Albany Locksmiths were quick to respond, arriving within half an hour of our phone call and explained each process they undertook to get the door unlocked. They provided an excellent level of customer service and put us at ease during a stressful time with good humour. We would definitely recommend!
 
 
 
 
 27th June 2024
 
27th June 2024Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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Locksmith came at time arranged, I was a bit concerned at only receiving one key as you usually get two keys.
 
 
 
 
 19th June 2024
 
19th June 2024Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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4.25*
        Mrs C Rossi
 
 
 
 
 19th June 2024
 
19th June 2024Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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Called Albany - he arrived 15 minutes later. My door would not lock. He quickly fixed it. A very friendly, professional job. I will retain his details for the future.
Highly recommend.
Highly recommend.
        Mrs Norma Hogg
 
 
 
 
 15th April 2024
 
15th April 2024Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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Really satisfied by the service provided by William replacing the mortice lock on our front door for a new 5 lever one. The job turned out to be more complicated than it seemed initially, but William took the time to find the best solution. He made sure to explain everything very carefully and clearly throughout and to show me exactly what he was doing. He was very friendly and chatty throughout. Would happily recommend him to anyone and have him back for any issues in the future!
        James Gunn
 
 
 
 
 9th February 2024
 
9th February 2024Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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Came to change a British standard mortis lock. Very friendly and informative. Helped me to have peace of mind as have had a few different people in the flat with keys. 
Recommended
Recommended
 
 
 
 
 9th February 2024
 
9th February 2024Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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William the locksmith was very punctual, information, empathetic, helpful and very professional overall. William provided a world class service and I would not hesitate to recommend his services to others looking for an excellent locksmith. 10 out of 10 all round.
        Peter Charleton
 
 
 
 
 5th February 2024
 
5th February 2024Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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Replacement of lock on garage door . Excellent and reliable service from start to finish after being let down by another company .
        Rod Alexander
 
 
 
 
 3rd January 2024
 
3rd January 2024Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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Replacement lock.....Great service from start to finish.  Would have no hesitation in recommending this company.
 
 
 
 
 13th November 2023
 
13th November 2023Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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I needed a lock upgrade on my front door to meet insurance requirements. William arrived on time and replaced the old lock with minimal fuss. I'm very happy with his work and heartily recommend him.
 
 
 
 
 22nd September 2023
 
22nd September 2023Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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William managed to fit in a lock replacement at short notice. He arrived at agreed time, explained the repair options clearly and did a thorough, tidy job with a one year guarantee. Will certainly keep in mind for similar jobs in future.
 
 
 
 
 4th September 2023
 
4th September 2023Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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Came promptly, good service.
 
 
 
 
 5th June 2023
 
5th June 2023Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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Replace lock on internal front door which was connected to our alarm system. - not an emergency.
William came next day and although he said he could repair our lock, we chose to have a new one as the original lock was 70 years old. He had a new lock in his van and was able to replace immediately.
William was a very pleasant man and a tidy worker.
William came next day and although he said he could repair our lock, we chose to have a new one as the original lock was 70 years old. He had a new lock in his van and was able to replace immediately.
William was a very pleasant man and a tidy worker.
        John and Gina
 
 
 
 
 26th May 2023
 
26th May 2023Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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William answered phone promptly and was able to give date next day for replacing lock.
William can take cash and has a card machine.
A good job done.
William can take cash and has a card machine.
A good job done.
        S Dean
 
 
 
 
 31st January 2023
 
31st January 2023Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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Had a front door lock replaced. Albany locksmiths were friendly, professional and and I’m very happy with the work done. Excellent service.
        Matthew Montoya
 
 
 
 
 24th January 2023
 
24th January 2023Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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I called William on a Sunday for some urgent lock replacements.There was no call out charge despite this, just an hourly rate and parts.  He came at the agreed time and undertook the job quickly and professionally for the quoted price. Absolutely excellent service. Would thoroughly recommend
 
 
 
 
 6th January 2023
 
6th January 2023Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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Excellent service and have sent already recommendations. Thank you
 
 
 
 
 9th December 2022
 
9th December 2022Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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Albany managed to salvage a lock that had jammed and provided two new keys for the lock. Very happy with the work carried out.
 
 
 
 
 7th November 2022
 
7th November 2022Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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Front door lock stopped working with key stuck in it. Albany locksmith arrived promptly, took lock apart and got key out, he couldn’t see any other issues but as we’ve been having trouble with the lock for a couple of weeks we asked the locksmith to replace the lock. This was done quickly and we were given 3 keys as well as a years guarantee. Very satisfied with the service and work completed, very polite gentleman, would cheerfully recommend.
        Carole McIvor
 
 
 
 
 7th October 2022
 
7th October 2022Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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Prompt attendance, helpful and polite. 
Very satisfied.
Very satisfied.
        Lynsey
 
 
 
 
 7th September 2022
 
7th September 2022Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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4.75*
        Mr D Elgin
 
 
 
 
 20th July 2022
 
20th July 2022Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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Had issue with rear door locking. Lock required to be replaced. Phoned 3pm, sorted within 48 hours. Very friendly and would use again. Would recommend to friends and neighbours.
 
 
 
 
 29th June 2022
 
29th June 2022Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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I couldn't lock my front door on a Friday late afternoon. Called Albany Locksmiths as we'd used them before. William turned up within 20 minutes and identified the problem. Unfortunately he had to order the new part which took a few days but he came back and fitted it straightaway. Very friendly and professional. Will recommend and use again.
        Mrs Angela Gardner
 
 
 
 
 24th June 2022
 
24th June 2022Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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Replaced broken uPVC window handles. Arrived on time. Very good job. I would use again.
 
 
 
 
 25th May 2022
 
25th May 2022Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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Was extremely happy with everthing.
        Mrs Helen McLean
 
 
 
 
 2nd February 2022
 
2nd February 2022Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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I contacted Albany to replace locks at my mum's house. They arrived when they said they would, completed the work quickly and efficiently and spent time showing my mum how to use the new locks and making sure she was comfortable with them.
        Mark Laidlow
 
 
 
 
 28th January 2022
 
28th January 2022Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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Was on time and appeared efficient and friendly.
 
 
 
 
 26th January 2022
 
26th January 2022Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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Excellent communication, very reliable in that he contacted me on date he said. Very good job and I wouldn't hesitate to use again.
        Jenni Campbell
 
 
 
 
 3rd January 2022
 
3rd January 2022Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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We were locked out of our flat on a Sunday morning due to a faulty lock on the door. Mr George Wood arrived after finishing another job and was successful in freeing the lock and gaining entry to the flat.
        Mr Jim Paterson
 
 
 
 
 8th November 2021
 
8th November 2021Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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All good. Answered phone immediately on weekend. Came on time, solved the problem and left place tidy. Pleasant guy.
        Lesley
 
 
 
 
 7th October 2021
 
7th October 2021Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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The trader was pleasant and friendly, explained how the job would be costed, what difficulties there might be and what he planned to do. The work was done quickly and successfully.
 
 
 
 
 23rd September 2021
 
23rd September 2021Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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Very speedy service and clear explanation of what he was doing. Price detailed before work started.
        Stanley Elder
 
 
 
 
 16th September 2021
 
16th September 2021Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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Repaired lock on communal door to tenement. Excellent service and really nice and honest person to deal with. Initial quote over the phone was halved when on site and the repair carried out quickly and efficiently. Would recommend and use again
        Sheila
 
 
 
 
 23rd August 2021
 
23rd August 2021Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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Delightful person to deal with. Very polite.
        Jacquelin Huey
 
 
 
 
 8th August 2021
 
8th August 2021Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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I had locked myself out. Albany Locksmiths came to my rescue very quickly, arrived when he said he would and got me back into my home. Very professional, patient and took care not to cause any damage. I was delighted with this service and I would use Albany Locksmiths again should I find myself in the same situation.
 
 
 
 
 29th June 2021
 
29th June 2021Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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Front door lock replaced. Very helpful and reliable. Will use again.
        Lorraine
 
 
 
 
 25th June 2021
 
25th June 2021Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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Replaced conservatory door lock cylinders with higher security ones as recommended by Police Scotland to combat lock snapping which has become more common as a means of breaking into properties.
Work completed promptly after first contact at reasonable cost.
Work completed promptly after first contact at reasonable cost.
        Peter
 
 
 
 
 10th June 2021
 
10th June 2021Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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Replaced front door lock.
Albany locksmiths were able to come out to do the job within hours of us contacting them.
The work done was excellent and the locksmith was very pleasant and helpful.
Albany locksmiths were able to come out to do the job within hours of us contacting them.
The work done was excellent and the locksmith was very pleasant and helpful.
        Gillian Bruce
 
 
 
 
 8th June 2021
 
8th June 2021Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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Excellent work - very pleased with all work.
        Margaret Jamieson
 
 
 
 
 2nd June 2021
 
2nd June 2021Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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I had my door handle fixed and a new lock put in. Done efficiently and expertly. Would recommend this company again.
 
 
 
 
 25th May 2021
 
25th May 2021Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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Would certainly use again.
 
 
 
 
 23rd May 2021
 
23rd May 2021Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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Called Albany Locksmiths at 9.10 am. They said they would come at 11.00 am. They arrived at 11 am, completed the job quickly, cleaned up afterwards and were very polite. An excellent job done.
 
 
 
 
 14th May 2021
 
14th May 2021Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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5*
        Ray Chisholm
 
 
 
 
 5th May 2021
 
5th May 2021Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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Call out fee a bit expensive
 
 
 
 
 6th April 2021
 
6th April 2021Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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Diagnosed and sorted a non-urgent issue with the handle of my tilt & turn window, after quickly responding to my email from the same day. Professional & efficient, would recommend.
 
 
 
 
 5th March 2021
 
5th March 2021Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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Quick service replacing a broken old lock which, being to a shared front door, needed many keys which were cut in his van so that no one had to wait for a new key.  Though I hope not to need a locksmith again for some while at least, I would use this one again should I be unlucky enough to need one.
        Alistair Easton
 
 
 
 17th December 2020
 
17th December 2020Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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Guy was friendly and polite and did a reasonable job.
        Shaun Marshall
 
 
 
 
 17th December 2020
 
17th December 2020Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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Not an emergency, but he was here within 4 hours - same day service. Quick, efficient and professional. Excellent service.
        Ms Melanie Gilding
 
 
 
 10th November 2020
 
10th November 2020Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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The guy came on time, had a look at the lock but unfortunately was unable to help fix the problem, was advised that I needed a Glazier.
        Patricia
 
 
 
 
 29th October 2020
 
29th October 2020Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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Great service. Job completed efficiently and professionally. Very happy.
 
 
 
 
 5th August 2020
 
5th August 2020Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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Contacted through message on website. Got phoned back to arrange visit same day. Arrived on time, inspected work, quoted price for parts and labour which he stuck to. Pleasant and helpful attitude. Would certainly use again and recommend to fami,y and friends.
 
 
 
 
 28th July 2020
 
28th July 2020Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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Willie replaced damaged locking mechanism on upvc window. Asked for photos of the lock prior to appointment to ensure he had the correct parts. Fixed with minimum fuss. Efficient friendly service at reasonable price. Would use again.
        Alan
 
 
 
 
 14th July 2020
 
14th July 2020Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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He was polite, carried out a good job and came when he said he would. I would have no problem in using this trader again if required.
 
 
 
 
 7th July 2020
 
7th July 2020Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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Excellent workmanship.
        Kenneth Foster
 
 
 
 
 25th June 2020
 
25th June 2020Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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Friendly, careful, prompt.
 
 
 
 
 10th June 2020
 
10th June 2020Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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William fixed a door handle. He replied promptly and arrived on schedule, despite having a backlog of work owing to the recent lockdown. He wore a mask and took care to adhere to social distancing measures. Business-like and friendly, we have used Albany Locksmiths before and would highly recommend the service.
 
 
 
 
 9th June 2020
 
9th June 2020Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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Needed help with an old lock that wasn't working. William did a great job by fixing it. Plan to use again for more locks.
Pricing is reasonable and excellent work.
Pricing is reasonable and excellent work.
        Margaret
 
 
 
 
 1st June 2020
 
1st June 2020Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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William of Albany Locksmith replaced a lock fitting on a cupboard. I put an inquiry on the Albany Locksmith website and received a quick telephone response. Fast and reliable service.
Would have no hesitation in recommending Albany Locksmiths and will use in the future if required.
Would have no hesitation in recommending Albany Locksmiths and will use in the future if required.
        Sarah Wilson
 
 
 
 
 22nd May 2020
 
22nd May 2020Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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Excellent work, great service. 
Very reliable and friendly.
Very reliable and friendly.
        Stephen Brown
 
 
 
 
 20th May 2020
 
20th May 2020Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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Albany Locksmiths saved us when a key snapped in our garage door on a Saturday. William was at our home within 20 minutes and resolved our problem quickly and easily. A friendly and knowledgeable service at a decent price.
 
 
        Simon
 
 
 
 
 19th May 2020
 
19th May 2020Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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replacement lock to insurance standard.
Willie arrived on time and did an excellent job.
Willie arrived on time and did an excellent job.
        Norrie
 
 
 
 
 18th May 2020
 
18th May 2020Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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Replaced locks at my mums house to ensure home insurance compliance. Completed work when he said he would to a good standard. Would have no hesitation in recommending.
 
 
 
 
 18th May 2020
 
18th May 2020Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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Fast reliable service to cut new keys for my house.
        Derek Laidlaw
 
 
 
 
 18th May 2020
 
18th May 2020Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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Late Friday night call out.
Arrived quickly. Very friendly . First class.
thank you.
Arrived quickly. Very friendly . First class.
thank you.
        Kenny Alexander















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