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Trusted 24/7 Locksmith Services in Reading
Abbey Gate Locksmiths is a family-run business with over 36 years of experience in the security industry. Established in the Thames Valley, we specialise in emergency locksmith services, safe installation, and key cutting for residential and commercial clients. As members of the Master Locksmiths Association, we adhere to the highest industry standards, with all staff holding full DBS checks and 5 million public liability insurance. Our engineers operate from permanent bases in Newbury, Maidenhead, and Reading, covering a 50-mile radius including Swindon, Oxford, and Slough.We pride ourselves on providing transparent, reliable service, with real-time updates from assigned engineers and a commitment to resolving security challenges through both traditional craftsmanship and modern technology. Our workshops in Caversham handle complex tasks like antique lock restoration and safe decommissioning, while our showroom in Reading offers demonstrations of advanced security systems like Paxton access control and Ultion SMART locks. Customer satisfaction is guaranteed through our focus on ethical practices, competitive pricing, and 24/7 emergency support.
Services
Emergency Locksmith
Safe Installation
Key Cutting
Door Repair
Access Control
Glazing Services
Lock Restoration
Security Surveys
PAT Testing
Fire Door Certification
Highlights and features
- 36 years of experience in security engineering and locksmith services
- MLA-accredited professionals with full DBS checks and 5m insurance
- 24/7 emergency response with real-time engineer updates
- Specialist safe installation, repair, and decommissioning capabilities
- Free onsite consultations for security upgrades and access control
Associations and certifications
- Master Locksmiths Association
What people say
24/7 emergency response
Professional and reliable
Expert antique lock restoration
Transparent pricing
Real-time updates
Services
Emergency Locksmith
Our 24/7 emergency locksmith service resolves lockouts, broken locks, and security breaches across Berkshire. Engineers provide rapid response with real-time ETA updates for residential and commercial properties. Services include non-destructive entry, lock repairs, and replacement of lost or stolen keys using mobile key-cutting equipment.
Safe Installation
We supply, install, and repair safes for homes and businesses, including fireproof, gun, and underfloor models. Our Caversham workshop handles antique safe restoration while our engineers ensure secure installation with concrete plinths or wall anchoring. We also decommission and remove obsolete vaults.
Key Cutting
Professional key-cutting services for standard and restricted locks, including vintage keys and high-security systems. Our Reading showroom offers same-day key duplication using code-based systems or manual copying, with specialist services for cam locks and mortice mechanisms.
Access Control
Installation and maintenance of Paxton Net2 access control systems with card/fob entry, timed access, and integration with CCTV. We provide onsite demonstrations and standalone solutions like PAXLocks for commercial properties requiring wireless entry management.
Door Repair
Comprehensive door and window repairs for timber, UPVC, and aluminium frames. Services include hinge realignment, draught proofing, glass replacement, and installation of security restrictors. We restore functionality to misaligned doors using planing and keep adjustments.
People
Stephen Underwood
Director
Stephen leads Abbey Gate Locksmiths with over 36 years of security industry experience. He oversees operations across Berkshire, ensuring adherence to MLA standards and managing complex projects like vault decommissioning and high-security installations.
Alexander Underwood
Senior Locksmith
Alexander provides expert lock installation and repair services, specialising in high-security systems and emergency lockouts. He demonstrates access control solutions at our Reading showroom and manages onsite installations for commercial clients.
Ben Prozzo
Reading Engineer
Ben serves Reading and North Hampshire with 24/7 emergency response. He specialises in safe removals, key cutting for vintage locks, and PAT testing. Known for resolving complex security issues with minimal disruption to clients.
Perry Knight
Newbury Engineer
Perry covers Newbury and surrounding areas, focusing on door repairs, access control installations, and glazing services. He provides onsite consultations for security upgrades and emergency boarding services.
Questions
Do you offer 24-hour emergency services?
Yes, our 24/7 emergency locksmith service operates across Berkshire with real-time engineer updates and rapid response times for lockouts and security breaches.
Are you MLA accredited?
We are fully accredited members of the Master Locksmiths Association, adhering to strict industry standards and ethical practices.
Can you repair antique safes?
Our Caversham workshop specialises in antique safe restoration, including lever replacement, repainting to original specifications, and internal mechanism repairs.
Do you provide commercial security solutions?
We offer access control systems, vault decommissioning, and security audits for businesses, with onsite demonstrations of Paxton Net2 and standalone lock solutions.
Can you cut keys for old locks?
Our Reading showroom provides key cutting for vintage locks using traditional methods, including restricted keys from the 1980s/90s that other companies cannot replicate.
Do you service fire doors?
We provide fire door certification, hardware installation, and safety compliance checks to ensure emergency exit functionality and regulatory adherence.
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