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🚨 Beware of the £49 Locksmith: If It Sounds Too Good to Be True…

At Home Secure Locksmiths, we’ve always taken pride in offering a reliable, honest service to our customers across Edinburgh and Central Scotland. But recently, rogue locksmiths have been featured on BBC’s Rogue Traders, and it’s something every homeowner and landlord should be aware of.

One of the most common tricks we’re seeing is the “£49 locksmith” advert — cheap and cheerful on the surface, but often with a much more expensive sting in the tail.

“If it sounds too good to be true… it usually is.”

The Real Cost Behind the £49 Ad

These ads are designed to get a locksmith to your door fast — but what they don’t tell you is that £49 is just the call-out fee, and once they’re inside your home or property, the charges begin to climb.

We’ve heard stories of customers being quoted hundreds of pounds after the job is done, often with no warning, no breakdown of the cost, and no way to challenge it.

The tactics used by these rogue traders can include:

• No ID, no insurance, and no qualifications

• Unnecessary drilling and lock damage

• High-pressure demands for cash payment

• No receipts or invoices

Think Before You Book

We always tell our customers: if you phone two locksmiths and one is much cheaper than the other — ask yourself why.

Properly trained, insured, and experienced locksmiths offer peace of mind and professional service. That’s what you're paying for.

At Home Secure Locksmiths:

• We offer a 1-hour response time for emergencies across Edinburgh and Central Scotland

• We’re fully qualified, insured, and experienced

• We provide clear, fair pricing upfront

• And we offer a £49.99 Lock MOT service, where we’ll inspect all your locks, make small adjustments, and help prevent problems before they happen

Trust Matters – Especially With Your Security

Your locks are the first line of defence for your home or property. Don’t risk them with someone who only cares about a quick profit.

If you want a trusted local locksmith you can rely on — one that won’t leave you with a broken lock and a big bill — get in touch today.

📞 Call: 07960 404581/01506 338026📍 Edinburgh & Central Scotland🔐

Home Secure Locksmiths – Honest, Reliable, Local.