About
Thanet Locksmiths Ltd

Your Local, Trusted Locksmith in Thanet.

When you call Thanet Locksmiths, you won’t be connected to a national call centre or automated system. You’ll speak directly with Ian Stevenson, a local locksmith who lives and works here in Thanet.

With over 35 years of experience in the security industry and more than six years serving the local community as a professional locksmith, I provide reliable, honest, and high-quality locksmith services to homes and businesses across Margate, Cliftonville, Broadstairs, and the surrounding Thanet villages. Thanet Locksmiths was founded in 2019 with a simple goal: to provide a trustworthy local locksmith service built on skill, transparency, and fair pricing.

👤 About Ian 
Hi, I’m Ian, the founder of Thanet Locksmiths Ltd and your local emergency locksmith covering Thanet and the surrounding areas.
 
As an independent, SIA-licensed, and truly local locksmith, I am proud to have spent over 35 years in the security industry securing homes and businesses across Ramsgate, Margate, Broadstairs, and the wider East Kent area. When you call us, you aren’t getting a national call centre or a newly trained subcontractor—you are getting decades of hands-on expertise and an honest, personal service from a local family business you can trust.
Whether you’ve snapped a key in a lock, need an emergency replacement to get your business out of a spot of bother, or want to upgrade your property to the latest high-security thumb-turn cylinders, I’m here to help. Our 35-year reputation has been built entirely on reliability, skilled workmanship, and fair pricing. Every installation we carry out comes with a full 12-month workmanship guarantee alongside standard manufacturer warranties, and we always provide free, fixed, no-obligation quotes so there are never any hidden surprises.
I understand that a lock emergency can happen at the worst possible times. That’s why we provide a rapid-response 24/7 emergency call-out service across Thanet. We aim to get to you quickly, using non-destructive entry methods wherever possible to get you safely back inside without unnecessary damage or expense. We accept all forms of payment on-site—including cash, debit/credit cards, and contactless via our secure SumUp machine—to make a stressful situation as smooth as possible.
No job is too big or too small for us, from domestic lockouts to complex commercial security setups. If you need help right now, or just want some friendly, professional advice on how to secure your property, pick up the phone for an obligation-free chat.
Call Ian today on 07971 849358 or 01843 278928 — let’s get your security sorted.
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The “Honest Locksmith” Approach

We don’t believe in “lock gods.” No locksmith can open every single lock in the world, and anyone who says they can isn’t being honest.

At Thanet Locksmiths, my approach is built on integrity:

  1. Non-Destructive Entry First: I use specialized tools and 35 years of training to get you back inside without damaging your door or lock whenever possible.

  2. No “Drill-First” Tactics: Unlike national “scammer” locksmiths who immediately reach for a drill to run up your bill, I prioritize picking and bypass techniques.

  3. Transparent Pricing: I believe in fair, upfront costs. In Thanet, I offer a Fixed £80 daytime labor rate (Thanet only) for lockouts, so you know exactly what you are paying before I even arrive.

Why Choose a Local Independent?

In an age of impersonal national franchises, choosing a local independent like me ensures:

  • Rapid Response: I know the shortcuts through Ramsgate, Margate, and Broadstairs to get to you fast.

  • Personal Accountability: The person you speak to on the phone (Ian) is the person who turns up at your door.

  • Local Knowledge: From Victorian mortice locks in Ramsgate to modern uPVC gearboxes in Cliftonville, I know the common security issues facing Thanet homes.

  • Expanding for You: While Thanet is my home, I now also provide expert service to Deal, Sandwich, and Herne Bay.

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Whether your locked out or need your existing locks replaced, we are here for you.

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Our Values: Why We Stand Out

  • Honesty: The key to a business’s trustworthiness.

  • Excellence: Performing every job—from a simple key extraction to a full uPVC mechanism replacement—to the highest standard.

  • Community: Building lasting relationships by saving customers money through repairs rather than unnecessary replacements.

Our Mission

We strive to provide the most reliable and efficient locksmith services, without compromising on quality. We also aim to prove our skills, fair prices and customer care, so that we continue our business relationship for many years, beyond the first job we complete.

Core Values

  • Consider honesty as the key to a business’ trustworthiness and integrity.
  • Always do the right thing to solve the customer’s problem.
  • Perform all work with the highest level of excellence in mind.
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We have the tools & the training to get the job done.

07971 84 93 58

Need a Trustworthy Locksmith Today?

Whether you are locked out, have a faulty uPVC door, or want to upgrade to 3-Star Anti-Snap security, I am here to help 24/7.

Call Ian Directly: 07971 84 93 58

SIA Licensed | Enhanced DBS Checked | 5-Star Rated Service

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