# Max the Locksmith — Full Reference

> Independent locksmith and door, window & lock repair specialists — 24/7 across Nottingham, Derby, Mansfield, Loughborough and everywhere within a 25-mile radius. Lock replacement and fitting, lock and door repairs, window repairs, emergency lockouts. No call-out fee, no evening or weekend surcharge.

Team: Max, Dave, Ian, Alex — DBS-checked, fully insured, Checkatrade approved, 5.0-rated on Google (531 reviews) — 600+ reviews across Google, Checkatrade, Facebook and Yell. Based in Arnold, Nottingham (NG5) — mobile service, we come to you. Company No. 11648434. Phone: 0115 698 7997 (office) or 07552 421 433 (mobile/WhatsApp). You speak directly to Max — not a call centre.

## Services

- [Lock Replacement & Fitting](https://maxthelocksmith.co.uk/lock-replacement/): Every door type — uPVC, composite, wooden, aluminium, patio, bi-fold, stable and fire doors — plus windows, garages (T-handles, up-and-over), roller shutters including electric, gates, sheds, HMO and communal doors (BS8621 keyless egress) and commercial premises (Adams Rite, patch fittings, restricted keyways, master-key suites). TS007 3-star anti-snap, Sold Secure SS312 Diamond and BS3621-rated locks in stock.
- [Door Lock Repair](https://maxthelocksmith.co.uk/door-lock-repair/): Jammed, stuck and broken lock repairs — cylinders, multipoint mechanisms, nightlatches, handles.
- [Door Repairs](https://maxthelocksmith.co.uk/door-repair/): Dropped, misaligned, draughty or damaged doors; hinges, handles, seals.
- [uPVC Door Repairs](https://maxthelocksmith.co.uk/upvc-door-repairs/): uPVC specialists.
- [Composite Door Repairs](https://maxthelocksmith.co.uk/composite-door-repairs/): Composite specialists.
- [Window Repairs](https://maxthelocksmith.co.uk/window-repairs/): Locks, handles, espagnolette and shootbolt mechanisms, hinges.
- [Smart Lock Installation](https://maxthelocksmith.co.uk/smart-lock-installation/): Trusted brands from £150.
- [Key Safe Installation](https://maxthelocksmith.co.uk/key-safe-installation/): Carer and family access.
- [After-Burglary Service](https://maxthelocksmith.co.uk/after-burglary-service/): 24/7 securing, boarding, upgrades, insurer reports.
- [Security Check](https://maxthelocksmith.co.uk/security-check/): Surveys. [Additional Security](https://maxthelocksmith.co.uk/additional-security/): Upgrades.
- [Emergency Locksmith](https://maxthelocksmith.co.uk/emergency-locksmiths-nottingham/): 24/7 lockouts, ~30-minute Nottingham response.

## Pricing

Most jobs £85 labour + parts (+ VAT), agreed on the phone before attendance. No call-out fee. Same price days, evenings and weekends; overnight (10pm–6am) flat from £95 + VAT. Euro cylinders £25–£120; mortice locks £30–£150 (BS3621-rated from £45); nightlatches £25–£90; multipoint mechanisms £40–£250. Aligned with [Master Locksmiths Association guidance](https://www.locksmiths.co.uk/faq/locksmith-prices/).

## Not offered

- Key cutting or key duplication — every new lock or cylinder fitted comes with a full set of keys
- Automotive/vehicle locksmithing (no cars, vans or motorbikes)
- Door supply or full door replacement — repair only, we do not sell or fit new doors
- Access control systems, fobs, intercoms or electronic entry systems
- Glass or glazing work, including misted/blown sealed units — we repair window locks, handles, hinges and mechanisms, not the glass

## Coverage

Nottingham (NG1–NG16), Derby (DE1–DE23), Mansfield (NG18–NG19), Loughborough and all villages between — 25-mile radius, one rate, no travel charge. See [Areas Covered](https://maxthelocksmith.co.uk/areas-covered/).

## Quick answers

- How much does a lock change cost? Flat £85 labour + the part; exact all-in price agreed by phone first.
- Do you cut keys? No — key cutting is not offered; replacement locks and cylinders come with a full set of new keys.
- Do you work on cars or vehicles? No — homes and commercial premises only, no car or vehicle locksmith work.
- Is there a call-out fee? No — never, and no evening or weekend surcharge.
- Which locks do insurers want? TS007 3-star or SS312 Diamond anti-snap cylinders on uPVC/composite doors; BS3621-rated 5-lever mortice locks on timber final-exit doors; BS8621 keyless egress for flats and HMOs.
- Moved house? Change the locks the day you move in — usually possible same day.
- Commercial? Yes — shopfront locks (Adams Rite), garages and electric shutters, same rate as residential.

## Trust

Enhanced DBS checked · Fully insured · Checkatrade approved · 12-month warranty on parts and labour · Most jobs completed on the first visit (parts for the major door and window brands carried in the van) · Advice aligned with Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire Police guidance.

## Guides and advice (troubleshooting, costs, honest recommendations)

- [uPVC window won't open, close or lock](https://maxthelocksmith.co.uk/upvc-window-wont-open-close-or-lock/)
- [Window lock repair, replacement and insurance requirements](https://maxthelocksmith.co.uk/window-lock-repair-replacement-cost/)
- [uPVC window handle replacement](https://maxthelocksmith.co.uk/upvc-window-handle-replacement-cost/)
- [uPVC window hinge (friction hinge) repair and replacement](https://maxthelocksmith.co.uk/upvc-window-hinge-repair-replacement/)
- [How secure are uPVC windows — audit and upgrades](https://maxthelocksmith.co.uk/how-secure-are-upvc-windows/)
- [Commercial door repairs: shopfronts, aluminium doors, closers, fire doors](https://maxthelocksmith.co.uk/commercial-door-repairs-nottingham/)
- [Commercial and shop door locks: keyed-alike, master systems](https://maxthelocksmith.co.uk/commercial-shop-door-locks/)
- [uPVC door gearbox replacement: symptoms and costs](https://maxthelocksmith.co.uk/upvc-door-gearbox-replacement-cost/)
- [Composite door lock replacement and seasonal faults](https://maxthelocksmith.co.uk/composite-door-lock-replacement/)
- [French, patio and bifold door lock repairs](https://maxthelocksmith.co.uk/french-patio-door-lock-repairs/)
- [uPVC and composite door lock types identified](https://maxthelocksmith.co.uk/upvc-composite-door-lock-types/)
- [How to measure a euro cylinder (UK sizing)](https://maxthelocksmith.co.uk/how-to-measure-euro-cylinder/)
- [Door hinge failure signs: uPVC, composite, wooden, bifold](https://maxthelocksmith.co.uk/door-hinge-failure-signs-fixes/)
- [uPVC door won't lock — causes, fixes, costs](https://maxthelocksmith.co.uk/upvc-door-wont-lock/)
- [What is a multipoint locking mechanism](https://maxthelocksmith.co.uk/what-is-a-multipoint-locking-mechanism/)
- [Are anti-snap locks worth it](https://maxthelocksmith.co.uk/are-anti-snap-locks-worth-it/)
- [How much does a locksmith cost in Nottingham](https://maxthelocksmith.co.uk/how-much-does-a-locksmith-cost-in-nottingham/)