Business Details
36 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Trusted Locksmith Services in Nottingham
Established in 1990, 1st Access Locksmiths is a family-run business serving Nottingham with comprehensive locksmithing solutions. Our reputation for reliability and efficiency has been built over three decades, supported by a well-stocked retail premises and a 24-hour callout service. All engineers possess a minimum of 10 years' experience and are CRB-checked, ensuring professional standards. We became Nottingham's first Trading Standards-approved locksmiths, serving diverse clients including local authorities, NHS trusts, and educational institutions. Our extensive inventory includes locks from leading manufacturers such as Chubb, Yale, and Mul-T-Lock, alongside high-security systems and restricted key duplication.We prioritise same-day service completion through our shop's resources and mobile engineers' vehicle stock. Customer relationships forged in our early years remain active today, reflecting our commitment to fair pricing and transparent communication. Our expertise extends beyond locks to include access control, master-key systems, and vehicle transponder keys. With one of the Midlands' largest key blank stocks, we offer competitive pricing while maintaining technical precision through weekly machine calibration.
Services
Key cutting
Lock fitting
Security upgrades
Garage locks
UPVC locks
Window locks
Spare car keys
Safe fitting
Master-key systems
Restricted key systems
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- 30 years of local locksmith experience since 1990
- CRB-checked engineers with minimum 10 years' experience
- Competitive pricing on key cutting from 2
- Same-day service completion guaranteed
- One of Midlands' largest key blank stocks
Associations and certifications
- Trading Standards
Services
Key cutting
Professional key cutting services using calibrated equipment. We handle complex keys including Chubb Ava, Mul-T-Lock Integrator, and Ultion models. Prices start at 3.25 for basic cylinder keys with same-day availability.
Spare car keys
Programming and cutting of transponder car keys for UK vehicles. Complete service takes 10-15 minutes with vehicle present. Offers cost-effective alternative to main dealerships with repair case options.
Security upgrades
Installation of high-security locks including BS 3621 deadlocks and restricted key systems. Covers residential and commercial properties with same-day fitting available through stocked inventory.
Emergency lockouts
24/7 emergency assistance for lockouts. Engineers carry extensive stock for immediate repairs. Discreet unmarked vehicle option available for sensitive situations.
Master-key systems
Design and installation of master-key systems for commercial properties. Allows graduated access control across multiple locks while maintaining security integrity. Includes system documentation and key replacement services.
