Commercial locksmith in Bristol.
From a single cylinder to a whole-site master key.
One locksmith covering schools, retail, hotels, offices, block management, and new-build commercial fit-outs across Bristol. 14-day invoice terms for repeat clients. Free fixed quote before any work starts. No call-out fee. No VAT. Same price 24/7.
A locksmith real businesses keep on speed-dial
Lock maintenance across Andrews branches. Master key access at Vue. Site-wide security for MeadWestvaco. School lock work for Downend. Commercial fit-out for Air360.
Buildings, businesses, and the people who run them
Commercial locksmith work isn’t one job — it’s ten of them, each different. Here’s the kind of work we get called for most often across Bristol.
Estate agents & letting agents
Lock changes between tenancies, key audits across portfolios, multi-property maintenance, and restricted-key suites so master keys can’t be copied at any local cobbler’s.
Schools, colleges & nurseries
Master key systems, lockable storage, classroom security, and emergency lock-outs. Sam carries a DBS certificate to every job — ask to see it.
Hotels, restaurants & retail
Front-of-house security, back-of-house restricted access, after-hours emergency lock-outs. We work around your trading hours so the lock change doesn’t interrupt the lunch service.
Offices & co-working spaces
Master key suites for shared offices, restricted-key systems for confidential areas, and emergency response when somebody leaves the keys in the building over a bank holiday weekend.
Block management & HMOs
Communal door locks, individual flat lock changes, restricted-key suites that stop tenants copying landlord master keys, and proper paperwork for the freeholder.
New-build & fit-out
Architectural ironmongery sourced and fitted, master key planning before the keys are cut, and a clean handover with key registers, paperwork, and warranties.
Commercial locksmith services in Bristol
Master key systems
One master key opens every door. Sub-masters open zones (floors, departments, buildings). Individual keys only open their own door. Designed around your building, your staff structure, and your security policy.
High-security locks
3-star Kitemark anti-snap cylinders, British Standard mortice locks, and other insurance-approved hardware. Supplied and fitted. We’ll match the lock to your insurance policy requirements and the door it’s going on.
Architectural ironmongery
Door handles, hinges, locks, push plates, kick plates, escutcheons — sourced from leading suppliers and fitted properly. We work with what you specify, or recommend products that match your insurance requirements.
Emergency commercial lock-outs
24/7 response to commercial premises. Same 30-minute target as residential calls. Office, retail, restaurant, warehouse — non-destructive entry first, every time.
Restricted-key suites for HMOs & landlords
Master keys that can’t be copied at a high street cobbler’s. Every key is logged against a named holder. Lost keys can be re-issued without re-keying the whole property.
Mul-T-Lock specialist
Mul-T-Lock high-security cylinders, padlocks, and restricted-key systems — one of the most respected commercial security brands on the market. Sam is authorised to supply and fit Mul-T-Lock products across Bristol. Learn more about Mul-T-Lock →
What commercial work usually costs
Common commercial jobs are priced the same as residential — same price, 24/7, no call-out fee, no VAT. Bigger projects (master key systems, multi-site fit-outs, large lock-suite installations) are quoted free in writing before any work starts.
Office lock-out
Non-destructive entry to a locked commercial premises
usually from £80
Same price day or night — no surcharge for evenings or weekends.
Commercial cylinder replacement
Single British Standard or 3-star anti-snap cylinder
usually from £80
Anti-snap 3-star upgrade usually from £165.
Multi-point door mechanism
UPVC or composite door gearbox replaced and tested
usually from £185
All hooks, rollers, and shoot bolts tested.
Master key systems & fit-outs
Designed around your building and staff structure
Free written quote
We’ll visit, scope the job, and quote in writing before any work starts.
14-day invoice terms for repeat commercial clients. New accounts welcome — call us to set one up. No call-out fee, ever. No VAT. Every quote is given before we start work, never after.
From first call to invoiced job, in four steps
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You call — Sam usually answers
No call centre, no booking form, no "your call is important to us." You speak to the locksmith. Emergency lock-outs get an ETA on the call; bigger jobs get a site visit booked in.
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We give you a price in writing
For common jobs, it’s the price you see on this page — same day or night, no surcharge. For bigger jobs, we visit, scope the work, and send a written quote before any work starts.
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The job gets done properly
Non-destructive entry first. British Standard or 3-star anti-snap cylinders for lock replacements. Master key suites designed around your building. Every job is tested before we leave.
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You get an invoice on 14-day terms
Repeat commercial clients are billed on 14-day net terms. New accounts welcome — call us to set one up. All invoices include parts, labour, and the 12-month workmanship guarantee on every job.
What makes a good commercial locksmith
30-minute emergency response
Same target across Bristol for residential and commercial. No "we’ll get someone out next week" delays.
14-day invoice terms
Repeat commercial clients get account billing. New accounts can be set up on a single call.
Certified Locksmiths & Security member
Peer-endorsed trade body membership — the credential other Bristol locksmiths approved us for.
DBS checked
Sam carries a current DBS certificate. Schools, nurseries, and care homes can ask to see it on arrival.
12-month workmanship guarantee
Every job is covered for 12 months. If something we fitted fails, we come back and fix it — free.
No call-out fee. No VAT.
If we come out and can’t fix it, you don’t pay. No VAT on any invoice — what you see is the whole price.
What commercial clients ask before they book
Do you offer account billing for commercial clients?
Yes. 14-day net invoice terms for repeat commercial clients. New accounts can be set up with a single phone call — we just need your company details and a billing contact. Smaller one-off jobs can also be invoiced, or paid by card / BACS / Apple Pay on the day.
How quickly can you get to a commercial emergency in Bristol?
The same 30-minute target as residential calls. From our Bristol base we’re typically with you in 20–30 minutes across inner Bristol and 30–40 minutes for outer areas and South Gloucestershire towns. For 24-hour premises (hotels, care homes), we can work around your access requirements.
Do you supply Mul-T-Lock?
Yes — Sam is authorised to supply and fit Mul-T-Lock high-security cylinders, padlocks, and restricted-key systems. Mul-T-Lock is one of the most respected commercial security brands available in the UK. There’s a dedicated page on our site covering Mul-T-Lock products and use cases. See our Mul-T-Lock page →
Can you design a master key system for our building?
Yes. We’ll visit the site, walk the building with you, scope the user requirements (who needs to access what), and design a master key suite that matches your staff structure. We’ll send a written quote before any work starts, including a key register so you know exactly which keys exist and who holds them.
What about restricted-key suites for HMOs and rental properties?
We supply restricted-key systems where master keys can’t be copied at a high-street cobbler’s — only by us, against a named authorisation. Every key is logged on a register. If a tenant loses a key, we can re-issue without re-keying the whole property. This satisfies most letting-agency and HMO licensing requirements.
Do you work outside of normal hours?
Yes — same price, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including bank holidays. For scheduled commercial work that needs to happen outside your trading hours (restaurants, retail, hotels) we book the visit to suit you. No surcharge for evenings or weekends.
Are you DBS checked?
Yes. Sam holds a current DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) certificate — previously called CRB. Schools, nurseries, care homes, and any premises with safeguarding requirements can ask to see the certificate on arrival.
Need a Bristol commercial locksmith?
One call. Written quote before we start. 14-day invoice terms for repeat clients.
Call 0784 666 2889 Open 24 hours, 7 days. Calls answered in person.
