Family-run, based in Thornbury. AHLP cover all residential locksmith needs across Bristol and South Gloucestershire — from emergency lockouts to planned security upgrades. No call-out fee. Fixed price before we start. Available 24/7.
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Emergency lockout service covering Bristol and South Gloucestershire. ~30 minutes, non-destructive entry in most cases. No call-out fee. From £80.
Get help nowPost-move lock changes, anti-snap cylinder upgrades, insurance-spec BS3621 locks, post-break-in replacements. Fixed price, parts included. From £95 per door.
See pricing & options5-lever British Standard BS3621 mortice locks for timber front and back doors. Installation, repair and replacement. The lock most insurers require.
Learn moreMulti-point mechanisms, failed handles, worn cylinders on UPVC and composite doors. Sam carries the most common parts for same-day completion. From £180.
Find out moreEmergency lock changes and full security upgrades after a break-in or attempted forced entry. 24/7 response, BS3621 locks and anti-snap cylinders to meet insurance requirements.
Emergency responseAn honest, no-pressure assessment of your home’s lock security. Sam will tell you what genuinely needs attention and what doesn’t. No hard sell.
Book an assessmentUPVC doors are the most common door type across Bristol and South Gloucestershire — and their multi-point locking mechanisms are the most common domestic lock repair we carry out.
The multi-point mechanism is the component inside the door that deploys multiple bolts when you lift the handle. Over time — typically after 15–20 years — the mechanism wears and begins to fail. Common symptoms include a handle that’s stiff or won’t lift, a door that won’t lock even when the handle is lifted, or a door that’s difficult to open from the outside.
Sam carries the most common UPVC mechanism types on the van, covering the majority of door brands installed across Bristol and South Gloucestershire. Most UPVC mechanism replacements are completed in a single visit without a return trip for parts.
UPVC mechanism replacement starts from £180 including parts and labour. Call 07700 100146 to describe the fault and get a fixed price before booking.
Common UPVC faults we fix
If your home has been broken into, securing the property is the immediate priority. AHLP respond 24/7 and carry the most common replacement lock parts on the van.
Immediate replacement of any damaged or compromised locks. We attend 24/7 and can usually secure the property in a single visit.
All replacement locks meet British Standard BS3621 and home insurance requirements. We can advise on what your specific policy requires.
Sam will assess how entry was gained and advise on what security improvements will prevent a repeat — without overselling unnecessary upgrades.
If entry was gained by snapping the cylinder, we upgrade to 3-star anti-snap cylinders that defeat this technique. From £120 supply and fit.
Three things that matter to Bristol homeowners choosing a locksmith.
Most locksmiths charge £50–£100 before they’ve touched anything. AHLP charge nothing to attend. You pay only for the work, at a price agreed before we start.
Call 07700 100146 and Sam answers — not a call centre, not a booking system. The person on the phone is the person who comes to your door. Based in Thornbury, covering Bristol and South Gloucestershire.
Sam holds the NCFE Level 4 Locksmith qualification — one of the highest professional standards in the UK trade. Listed with Secured by Design and recognised by Chubb, Yale and British Standard.
Fixed price before we start. No call-out fee. All prices include labour and parts.
All prices include labour and parts. Out-of-hours callouts may carry a small supplement — always confirmed before you commit. We never start work without agreeing a price first.
Based in Thornbury, Sam covers Bristol city and the wider South Gloucestershire, North Somerset and Gloucestershire areas. Select your location for specific information.
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No call-out fee, fixed price before we start, ~30-minute response across Bristol, Thornbury, Yate, Clevedon and South Gloucestershire. Available 24/7.
07700 100146 Bristol & South Gloucestershire · No call-out fee · Available 24/7