Key Extraction & Broken Locks
LOCKED OUT OR SNAPPED YOUR KEY? Call us 24/7 for a rapid response throughout the Thanet area.

Key Extraction & Broken Locks
Snapped key in the lock? Struggling with a jammed or broken mechanism? At Thanet Locksmiths, we specialise in safe key extraction and broken lock repairs, helping you regain access quickly—without damaging your door or frame.
A broken key or lock can happen at the worst time—whether it’s outside your home, workplace, or rental property. Using specialist tools and non-destructive techniques, our experienced locksmiths can remove snapped keys, repair damaged mechanisms, and if necessary, replace the lock entirely—often in a single visit.
With over 35 years of experience, we’re trusted by homeowners, landlords, and letting agents across Margate, Broadstairs, Ramsgate, and the surrounding areas for fast, professional help when things go wrong.
Our Services Include:
- Safe removal of snapped or stuck keys
- Repair of jammed or seized locks
- Replacement of damaged or worn lock components
- Key extraction from door cylinders
- Full lock replacements if repair isn’t possible
We carry a wide range of tools and parts, so you’re never left waiting for help. All work is fully insured, DBS-checked, and carried out to the highest standards.
Don’t try to force it—call Thanet Locksmiths and let us get you back in safely and securely.


We have the tools & the training to get the job done.
Area's covered by Acol Locksmiths.
Cliftonville – Margate – Westbrook – St Peters – Broadstairs – Westgate – Ramsgate – Monkton – Manston – Minster – Birchington – Pegwell Bay – St Nicholas – Dumpton Gap – Minnis Bay – Acol – Cliffsend