01 / Emergency & after hours
Locked out? Let’s get you back in.
Home or business lockout? Call day or night for gain-entry assistance and help with locks that won’t work.
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Help with the locks
you rely on.
Lock installation, rekeying, repairs and gain entry for homes and businesses across the northside. Find out what Ricky can do for your doors and keys.
02 / Residential locksmithing
Feel at home. Feel secure.
New lock installations, rekeys after a move, repairs to troublesome hardware and gain-entry help for your home.
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03 / Commercial locksmithing
Keep your business moving.
Lock installation, rekeying, repairs and gain-entry assistance for shops, offices and commercial premises.
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Practical help for
your locks and keys.
Choose the work you need. Ricky can explain the options for your door, the condition of the hardware and the way you want to use it.
Lock installation
Lock installation
Ricky can fit new locks and replace existing door hardware, including suitable deadbolts, knobsets, lever handles and lock cylinders. Whether you are adding a lock to a door or replacing worn fittings, the first step is checking the door, frame and existing cut-outs so the hardware suits the entrance.
Discuss how you want the door to work: key access, compatible locks on one key, or a keyless upgrade. Ricky can explain the suitable options, fit the agreed hardware and check that the lock operates and the door secures properly. Existing door damage or alignment problems may also need attention.
More about lock installationLock rekeying
Lock rekeying
Rekeying changes the internal key combination of a suitable lock so it works with a new key and the previous key no longer operates that cylinder. Ricky can assess your existing locks and rekey compatible hardware without replacing the complete lock. This can be useful after moving house, losing keys or changing who has access to a business.
If you are carrying several keys, ask about keying compatible locks alike so one key operates the agreed doors. Ricky can check the keyways, identify which cylinders need changing and test the new keys with you. Rekeying changes key access; a worn or broken mechanism may still need repair or replacement.
More about lock rekeyingLock repairs & servicing
Lock repairs & servicing
Ricky can inspect a troublesome lock, identify worn or damaged components and discuss servicing, adjustment or repair. Common problems include a key that is difficult to turn, a loose handle, a sticking latch or a cylinder that turns without operating the lock. The door and frame are checked too, because an alignment issue can put pressure on otherwise working hardware.
Where a repair is practical, the aim is to restore reliable operation using the existing hardware. If the mechanism is damaged beyond repair or suitable parts are unavailable, Ricky can explain replacement options. A door that cannot be secured or opened normally needs prompt attention; call and describe what is happening.
More about lock repairs & servicingGain entry & lockouts
Gain entry & lockout assistance
Locked out after the door has shut behind you, misplaced your keys or dealing with a lock that will not open? Ricky provides gain-entry assistance for homes and businesses, including after-hours call-outs. He can assess the door and lock and use professional locksmith tools to work out an appropriate way to restore authorised access.
The entry method depends on the hardware and its condition. Non-destructive options can be assessed, but damage-free entry cannot be promised for every lock. If a failed lock needs repair or replacement, or lost keys create an ongoing access concern, Ricky can discuss the next step as well as getting you back inside.
More about gain entry & lockoutsYour questions, answered
A few things you might be wondering.
Need advice for your particular lock?
Talk to Ricky on 0423 536 804.
Do you provide after-hours locksmith services?
Yes. Safe Choice Locksmiths offers day and night gain-entry assistance. Call 0423 536 804 to confirm availability and the estimated arrival time for your address.
Which areas do you cover?
Brisbane’s northside and nearby Moreton Bay suburbs through North Lakes and the Redcliffe peninsula. Browse the suburb directory or call to check your exact address.
How much will the job cost?
Cost depends on the work, the lock or hardware, your location and the time of the visit. Explain the problem when calling and ask about call-out charges, labour and any parts before confirming the job.
Can I email photos of my locks?
Yes. Email safechoicelocksmiths@gmail.com with your suburb, a contact number and clear photographs of the lock and door. For an urgent lockout, phone directly.
Do you work on both homes and businesses?
Yes. Residential and commercial locksmithing includes rekeying, lock repairs and replacement hardware, as well as gain-entry assistance.
One call is a good place to start
Let’s get your locks sorted.
Tell Ricky your suburb, what’s happening and when you need help.