Business Details
43 Years
experience
Emergency
services
24/7 Emergency Locksmith Services in Brighton
Thomas Locks is a family-run security and locksmith company established in 1983, headquartered in Brighton. We serve Brighton & Hove, Burgess Hill, and surrounding areas across Sussex, Surrey, and Kent. Our services span emergency lockout solutions, automotive key replacement, safe installation, and advanced access control systems. Accredited by the Master Locksmiths Association and Guild of Master Craftsmen, we are trusted by local police and institutions for our integrity and expertise. With over 40 years of experience, we combine traditional craftsmanship with cutting-edge technology to deliver reliable security solutions.Our team prioritises rapid response times, competitive pricing, and tailored advice to meet domestic and commercial needs. We maintain a 24/7 emergency service, ensuring accessibility during critical situations. Client satisfaction is central to our operations, reflected in long-standing relationships with schools, hospitals, and housing associations. Our commitment to British standards and continuous innovation underscores our position as a leading regional locksmith provider.
Services
Emergency lockout
Car key replacement
Safe installation
Access control
Key cutting
Lock repair
CCTV systems
Antique lock service
24/7 callout
Security grilles
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- Over 40 years of experience in residential and commercial security
- 24/7 emergency response with rapid call-out times
- Police-trusted and accredited by industry-leading organisations
- Competitive pricing for key cutting, lock repairs, and safes
- Expert technicians specialising in automotive, antique, and high-security systems
Associations and certifications
- Master Locksmiths Association
- Guild of Master Craftsmen
- Safe Contractor
- Chas
- Constructionline
What people say
Prompt service
Efficient technicians
Highly recommend
Fair pricing
Professional manner
Services
Emergency Locksmith
Our 24/7 emergency service provides rapid lockout solutions for homes, vehicles, and businesses. Specialising in non-destructive entry techniques, we resolve urgent access issues within 15-30 minutes response time across Sussex. Clients include police, local councils, and private residents relying on our trusted, swift intervention during critical situations.
Car Key Replacement
We replace lost, stolen, or broken car keys with roadside assistance and transponder key programming. Servicing all vehicle makes, our mobile technicians use specialist equipment to create functional duplicates at a fraction of dealership costs while maintaining security standards.
Safe Installation
Supplying and fitting new or refurbished safes with cash ratings from 1,000 to 150,000, we ensure insurance-approved installations. Our technicians handle safe moving, opening, and servicing, offering guaranteed 12-month warranties on used units with global distribution capabilities.
Access Control
We design and install advanced access control systems including biometric recognition, proximity cards, and digital keypads. Our Net2 PC-based solutions allow centralised management of entry points for commercial properties, integrating with existing security infrastructure for enhanced protection.
Key Cutting
Specialising in all key types including antique, automotive, and high-security Mul-T-Lock systems, we cut keys to code using extensive blank inventories. Our technicians provide precise duplication services for domestic, commercial, and vintage lock requirements at competitive rates.
Questions
Do you offer 24-hour emergency services?
Yes, we provide round-the-clock emergency locksmith assistance across Sussex, Surrey, and Kent.
Can you replace car keys at short notice?
We offer urgent automotive key replacement with roadside assistance available within 15-30 minutes.
Are your locksmiths police-trusted?
Yes, we're approved by local police and hold accreditations from Master Locksmiths Association and Safe Contractor schemes.
Do you supply and install safes?
We offer new and used safes with installation, opening, and servicing, rated from £1,000 to £150,000 cash protection.
Can you cut keys to code?
Our specialists can cut keys to code using one of the South East's largest blank key inventories.
