Do you charge a call-out fee?

No — I don’t charge a call-out fee anywhere in Bournemouth, Poole, Christchurch or the Dorset villages. You only pay for the work carried out.

How quickly can you get to me?

In most cases I can be with you within 20–40 minutes depending on location and traffic. For booked-in jobs, I arrive exactly at the agreed time.

Can you open my door without damaging it?

Yes — I specialise in non-destructive entry wherever possible. Most lockouts are resolved without drilling or replacing the lock.

Do you work on uPVC and composite doors?

Absolutely. I repair, realign, and replace mechanisms, keeps, hinges, handles and cylinders on all uPVC and composite doors.

Should I change the locks when moving into a new home?

Yes — it’s always recommended. You never know who may still have keys. I can supply and fit new British Standard locks the same day.

What areas do you cover?

I cover Bournemouth, Poole, Christchurch, Wimborne, Ferndown, Ringwood, and the surrounding Dorset villages.

What locks do you fit as standard?

I fit British Standard 1-star cylinders as standard, with 3-star options available for extra security.

Are you a genuine local locksmith?

Yes — I’m an independent locksmith based in Bournemouth, not a national call centre. You always deal with me directly.

Busy Week of Locksmith Work Across Bournemouth

james07406
6 days ago
1 min read

It’s been a busy and varied week for Williams Locksmiths Bournemouth, with callouts and repairs right across the area. From emergency lock‑outs to uPVC door adjustments and gearbox replacements, it’s been one of those weeks where every day brings something different.

Emergency Lock‑Outs

I’ve helped customers back inside their homes after lock‑outs in:

Queens Park
Boscombe
Castle Lane

All non‑destructive entries wherever possible, with quick response times.

Lock Changes

Several customers needed new locks fitted for security or peace of mind, including:

Ensbury Park
Westbourne
Southbourne

Whether it’s a new home or a faulty lock, I always make sure everything is fitted securely and working smoothly.

uPVC and Composite Door Adjustments

uPVC and Composite doors have been a big theme this week, with alignment and closing issues in:

Burton
Southbourne
Westbourne
Branksome
Parkstone
Wallisdown

Most of these were caused by dropped doors or worn hinges — all sorted with proper adjustment and servicing.

A composite door that has been realigned and working smoothly again. — Composite door realignment

Gearbox Replacements

Two uPVC gearboxes were replaced this week in:

Ensbury Park
Christchurch

Both doors were jammed shut, but once the faulty gearboxes were replaced, the mechanisms were working like new again.

If your lock is playing up, your uPVC door won’t close, or you’re locked out, I’m available across Bournemouth, Poole and Christchurch with fast, friendly and reliable service.