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Fortify Locksmiths

9.95/10

Burnopfield, Durham

£1,000 guarantee T&Cs apply

Checkatrade member since January 2017
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Skills

  • Doors Opened / Unlocked
  • Lock Fitting
  • Security Door Locks
  • Window Lock Fitting
  • Lock Repair
  • Emergency Locksmith Service
  • Window Lock Repair
  • Snap Locks

Customer Reviews

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9.95 /10

Based on 13 reviews over the past 12 months

Quality of work

9.92

Reliability

9.92

Communication

10

Reviews (340)

  • 10

    Lock Fitting

    Posted 6 days ago

    New lock fitted, paired with existing lock to facilitate use of one key

    Andy is extremely knowledgeable and professional. He went above and beyond what was required and took great pride in doing an excellent job. Price was very reasonable and upfront, no hidden costs. Andy used his expertise to get around a few problems as it was an old, misused lock which is now working perfectly. He went the extra mile to hand build some components and I’m delighted with the end result. Thank you!
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: NE39
    Jo A
  • 10

    Lock Repair

    Posted 15 September

    Replacement of locking mechanism and realignment of UPVC door.

    Would highly recommend. Andy was prompt, diagnosed and fixed the problem quickly and at a reasonable rate.
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: NE4
    Ian M
  • 10

    Locksmith

    Posted 19 August

    Amazing Company, super efficient, competjve price and super friendly

    Andrew was amazing from start to finish. Gave me a estimate over the phone once we discussed the problem with the lock. He came so quickly, talked us through our options and prices in a friendly and informative way. Job was done to a very high level, very efficiently at an amazing price. Honestly couldn't fault anything from start to finish. Super professional, friendly and efficient
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: SR4
  • 10

    Lock Fitting

    Posted 27 May

    2 x door locks 5 keys with each! Security chain fitted. Security advice

    Andy is friendly, enthusiastic, informed, helpful, efficient and professional. A quick response and good communication throughout the job. Definitely a First Class Service at very reasonable rates.
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: DH9
    Yvonne A
  • 10

    Lock Repair

    Posted 22 May

    Good old fashioned tradesman

    Andy is a first class professional tradesperson. I was very pleased with his work from my initial enquiry to completion of my lock repair. Honest, no nonsense approach. Would highly recommend.
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: DH9
  • 10

    Lock Repair

    Posted 28 April

    Handles changed

    Andy was quick to respond to my request for a locksmith. He came out and checked the handles to see exactly what the problem was! Thankfully it was just the mechanism in the handle. Highly recommend Fortify Locksmiths. Very polite and courteous and goes the extra mile. Very happy customer
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: NE5

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Company Info

Owner

Mr Andrew Harmeston

Sole Trader

9 years on Checkatrade

VAT Registered

No

Domestic WorkCommercial WorkFree EstimatesCards AcceptedInsurance Work Undertaken24 Hour Call-out

Hi, I'm Andy and I'm the owner of 'Fortify Locksmiths'.

I run an independent, local locksmith and uPVC repair business providing an emergency call out service and general domestic and commercial work covering most of the North East.

I've been operating as a local locksmith since April 2016 so you know your home or business is in trusted hands.

Importantly, I'm the locksmith you'll speak to on the phone and the locksmith that visits you.

I'm also a mobile locksmith, which means that I carry a range of lock cylinders and multi-point locks for most uPVC door types and cylinders and mortice locks for wooden doors too. Giving you the comfort of being able to secure your property without having to put parts on order. (However if I do have to order any parts, I don't charge for a follow up visit).

I offer commercial and residential customers:

* Emergency Locksmith service

* Door & window opening

* All types of locks, handles or hinges changed or upgraded

* Snapped key removal

* uPVC window & door repairs

* Vehicle entry

I specialise in asking the right questions on the phone first, so we both understand what needs to be done and that expectations are met.

I offer genuine advice and I'm happy to provide you with options, rather than rush ahead with a repair and surprise you with a bill at the end.

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