Key Cutting in Brixton
Need a spare key in Brixton? Keys are cut while you wait from your original — standard cylinder keys, mortice keys and padlock keys included. Extras are cut for family, tenants and staff, and worn keys can be measured and cut fresh. Call 07984 547185 for key cutting today.
A spare key is one of the cheapest kinds of insurance. One copy stops a lockout, lets a family member in, or covers you when a key starts to wear thin. Our key cutting service in Brixton cuts keys while you wait, with the blank matched to your lock and every copy tested before you leave.
Bring the original key and tell us what it is for — front door, back door, window, padlock or office. Cylinder keys, mortice keys and padlock keys are all covered, and extras for landlords, HMOs and small businesses are cut in the same visit. Call 07984 547185 or message on WhatsApp.
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Keys cut while you wait
Most keys are cut in minutes. The original is measured, the blank is selected to match, and the copy is tested in the lock before you leave. If you have no clean original — a worn key or a broken one — bring what remains and we will work from that.
Key types we cut
The mobile workshop covers the keys Brixton homes and businesses actually use:
- Euro cylinder keys — front doors, back doors and patio doors
- Mortice keys — 5-lever and 3-lever locks
- Padlock keys — gates, sheds, garages and storage
- Window and patio door keys
- Cabinet, garage and shed keys
Restricted and high-security key systems
Some keys are protected by restricted systems, where copies can only be cut with the right authorisation. Bring any security card or paperwork that came with the lock, and we will advise on the call whether a copy can be cut and what proof is needed.
If your key carries a code or serial number stamped by the manufacturer, mention it when you call — it helps us confirm the right blank before you travel.
Our services
Key cutting is one part of a full mobile locksmith service. If the lock itself needs attention, these pages cover it:
Frequently asked questions
How long does key cutting take?
Most standard keys are cut while you wait, usually in a few minutes. Bring the original and the copy is measured, cut and tested in front of you before you leave.
Do I need the original key?
An original makes the cleanest copy, but a worn or broken key can often be measured and cut fresh. If you have no key at all, call 07984 547185 and we will talk through the options for your lock.
Can you cut mortice keys?
Yes. Both 5-lever and 3-lever mortice keys are cut, along with standard cylinder keys, padlock keys, window keys and keys for garages, sheds and cabinets.
What is a restricted key system?
A restricted system is a lock whose key blanks are controlled, so copies can only be cut with proper authorisation. Bring the security card or paperwork supplied with the lock. We will confirm on the call what proof is needed before a copy is cut.
My key turns but the door is hard to open. Will a new key help?
Often, yes. Keys wear down with use and stop lifting the internal pins cleanly. A fresh key cut from accurate measurements can restore smooth operation. If the lock itself is worn, we will say so and quote for a replacement.
Can you cut several copies at once?
Yes. Landlords, HMO managers and small businesses often order sets for tenants and staff. Tell us how many copies you need on the call and they will be cut and tested together.