Key Cutting & Spare Keys in Bristol
We cut spare keys for standard door locks, including Yale-type night latches, euro cylinders and five-lever mortice locks. Where a key has broken off inside a lock, we extract the broken piece without damage to the lock in most cases. Keys for restricted or patented keyways cannot be cut without authorisation from the key holder.
Rough cost for key cutting & spare keys
This is a rough guide, not a final quote. We'll confirm the actual price before any work starts — no surprises.
What key cutting & spare keys usually includes
- Spare key cutting from an existing key
- Broken key extraction
- Snapped key in lock
- Key duplication for standard night latches and cylinders
- Key supply for replacement locks we have fitted
How it works
- Check the key type and confirm whether the keyway is cuttable
- Cut the required number of keys
- Test each cut key in the lock before completing the job
- Return the original key and advise if a restricted keyway prevents duplication
Key Cutting & Spare Keys — your questions answered
Can you cut a key without the original?
For most standard locks, no — we work from the existing key. Cutting to code (from the lock's own code) is possible for some lock types but requires the code number, which is usually only available from the manufacturer. If you have no key at all, lock replacement may be the more practical option.
What if my key has snapped inside the lock?
Broken key extraction is a standard locksmith skill. In most cases we can remove the broken piece without drilling the lock, leaving the lock itself intact and usable. We assess the situation first and advise if the lock will need replacing rather than just clearing.
Key Cutting & Spare Keys in Bristol and nearby
Key Cutting & Spare Keys in Bristol City Centre
Our home area — covering the city centre, Clifton and surrounding neighbourhoods.
Key Cutting & Spare Keys in Kingswood
Regular call-outs across Kingswood and Staple Hill.
Key Cutting & Spare Keys in Southmead
Covered for emergency and planned locksmith work.
Key Cutting & Spare Keys in Filton
Covered for both emergency and planned work.
Key Cutting & Spare Keys in Clevedon
Covered for all services — a small travel allowance may apply.
Key Cutting & Spare Keys in Portishead
Covered — a small travel allowance may apply, shown in your estimate.
Other things we do
Lockout Entry
Locked out of your home or business — non-destructive entry where possible.
Lock Change & Upgrade
Lock replacements, cylinder swaps, and security upgrades.
uPVC & Composite Door Repair
Faulty multipoint mechanisms, dropped doors, and handle replacement.
Burglary Repair & Boarding
Emergency securing after a break-in — boarding and lock replacement.
Home Security Survey
Independent security assessment — locks, doors and entry points.