When this service helps
If a child, a vulnerable person or a pet is shut inside and at risk, call 999 straight away.
Find a locksmithWhat normally happens
- The locksmith checks the vehicle details and that it is yours
- They pick a way in that will not damage the car
- They check the car and lock work properly afterwards
How long it takes
Often 20-60 minutes once they arriveAsk the locksmith for a full itemised price — call-out, labour and any parts — before agreeing to the work.
What to prepare
- The registration and exactly where the car is
- Proof you own it or are the registered keeper
- Whether you can see the keys inside
Questions to ask
- Do you cover this make and model?
- What will the whole job cost?
- What proof of ownership do you need?