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InstaLock - Master Locksmith Master Locksmith
24hr availability
Emergency Access
lock changes
Door/Window repairs
Trusted and Vetted
MLA approved company

I completed a job today in Chafford Hundred, replacing a faulty night latch. The old mechanism had worn out, the case wa...
06/10/2026

I completed a job today in Chafford Hundred, replacing a faulty night latch. The old mechanism had worn out, the case was badly scratched and it was well past its best.

A worn latch like this is usually a simple, quick replacement. It doesn't mean the whole door or the other locks need changing.

✅ The old faulty night latch came off and a new one went on.

✅ The new latch sits neatly on the door and works smoothly.

✅ The door and its existing furniture were left exactly as they were.

✅ Nothing else on the door needed changing.

✅ Same visit, start to finish, no mess and nothing else disturbed.

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InstaLock is an MLA Approved Company, fully insured, DBS cleared and offering a minimum 1-year guarantee on parts.

Losing your house keys is more than an inconvenience. You simply do not know who might have them. The straightforward an...
06/10/2026

Losing your house keys is more than an inconvenience. You simply do not know who might have them. The straightforward answer is usually a lock change, and most people are surprised by how quick and simple it is.

If you've just moved into a new home, changing the locks is a sensible step because you cannot know how many copies are out there. I'm available seven days a week, including Sundays.

✅ Usually a short visit: the door stays in place, with no mess or damage.

✅ Your existing door and handle stay exactly as they are. With a uPVC door, I can usually match the cylinder and keep the same handles.

✅ You only need to change the locks on doors the lost keys actually open, not every door in the house.

✅ I'll explain honestly what is and isn't needed, and I won't talk you into work you don't need.

✅ If useful, I can arrange keyed-alike locks for one key across several doors, and cutting a spare set now saves hassle later.

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InstaLock is an MLA Approved Company, fully insured, DBS cleared and offering a minimum 1-year guarantee on parts.

A key snapping in the lock is stressful, but it happens more often than you might think. Usually, the key gives way rath...
05/10/2026

A key snapping in the lock is stressful, but it happens more often than you might think. Usually, the key gives way rather than the lock, and it is a common call I deal with. There is no need to feel embarrassed.

For me, it is usually a quick job, but poking at it yourself is what turns it into a bigger one.

✅ Don't keep trying to turn or wiggle the broken key.

✅ Don't dig at it with a screwdriver, scissors or a hairgrip.

✅ Never use superglue or any kind of glue.

✅ Poking at it can push the piece further in and damage the mechanism.

✅ A key cut from a worn one, or one that has been bent straight, is often the one that snaps. Worth having a decent spare cut.

It is often removable and the lock is usually fine, though sometimes the lock needs replacing. Call me and I'll sort it properly. I'm available seven days a week, including Sundays.

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InstaLock is an MLA Approved Company and Nigel Rose Award winner.

InstaLock is available seven days a week, Sundays included, so there's no bad day to get in touch about a door, window o...
04/10/2026

InstaLock is available seven days a week, Sundays included, so there's no bad day to get in touch about a door, window or lock.

Sunday afternoons are often when people are at home and notice the back door that needs a jiggle, the handle that's started to drop, or the key that only works if you turn it just so, and that suits me fine, because I'm working anyway.

Whether it's a small repair or something that can't wait, I'm available seven days a week, including Sundays and bank holidays. These little jobs are worth sorting while they're still small, and there's no such thing as too small a job to ask about. I'm happy to give honest advice over the phone or from a photo.

✅ Stiff or awkward door mechanisms

✅ Available seven days a week, including Sundays and bank holidays

✅ Dropping or loose handles

✅ Keys that stick or need a certain turn

✅ Windows that will not quite close properly

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InstaLock is an MLA Approved Company, fully insured and DBS cleared, with a minimum 1-year guarantee on parts.

If you’re wondering what a door or lock job might involve, getting an idea is quick and easy. Send me a photo by text or...
03/10/2026

If you’re wondering what a door or lock job might involve, getting an idea is quick and easy. Send me a photo by text or WhatsApp and I can usually tell what’s likely needed and give you an honest idea of the cost, without coming out just to price the job.

It doesn’t need to be a perfect photo. A quick snap from a couple of feet back, showing the whole door and its edge, is usually plenty.

✅ Take a quick photo of the door or lock issue

✅ Send it to me by text or WhatsApp

✅ I’ll look over the problem and explain what’s likely needed

✅ I’ll give you an honest idea of the cost

✅ No need to wait for a visit just to get a quote

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InstaLock is an MLA Approved Company, providing trusted, honest and reliable locksmith services.

I was called out to a door in Benfleet that had started jamming up. It wasn’t impossible to open, but it was becoming in...
02/10/2026

I was called out to a door in Benfleet that had started jamming up. It wasn’t impossible to open, but it was becoming increasingly difficult to use.

I identified the failed mechanism, fitted a suitable replacement and checked everything was working properly before I left. Getting a problem like this looked at early can help keep it a straightforward repair.

✅ Faulty locking mechanism identified

✅ Suitable replacement in stock and fitted

✅ Operation checked before I left

✅ Another household problem sorted properly

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Fully qualified, Master Locksmiths Association-approved company, DBS checked, fully insured, with a minimum 1-year guarantee on all parts.

When you get in touch about a door or lock, a quick photo can help me understand the job before I set off.People sometim...
02/10/2026

When you get in touch about a door or lock, a quick photo can help me understand the job before I set off.

People sometimes feel awkward about sending one, or worry it has to be perfect. It really doesn’t: a quick phone snap from a couple of feet back is plenty, as long as I can see the whole door and its edge.

✅ I can see whether it’s a uPVC or wooden door.

✅ I can identify the handle and lock type.

✅ I can check whether I’m likely to have the right part on the van.

✅ It saves time and helps me give honest advice over the phone.

✅ Often, the photo is enough to tell me whether it’s a straightforward fix or needs replacing.

That means I’m more likely to complete the job there and then, without needing to come back for a part.

If you’re not sure what to photograph, just send me a couple of shots from different angles and I’ll take it from there.

Serving your local community.
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InstaLock is an MLA Approved Company.

If keyless entry sounds useful but you still want the reassurance of a normal key as a backup, the Ultion Nuki Ultra cou...
01/10/2026

If keyless entry sounds useful but you still want the reassurance of a normal key as a backup, the Ultion Nuki Ultra could be worth considering.

I supply, fit and advise on this smart lock for the door you already have. Before fitting anything, I check the door / handle / lock compatibility and sizing properly, so you know it is suitable before you commit.

✅ Unlock using the app, keypad, key fob, button, geotracking or traditional key.

✅ Keep a normal physical key as a backup if your phone battery runs out.

✅ Built-in WiFi means no extra box is needed to connect it.

✅ The rechargeable battery means no hunting around for replacement batteries.

✅ It pairs with a high-security Ultion cylinder, giving you a security upgrade as well as everyday convenience.

I’m happy to talk through whether it suits your door and answer any questions before you decide.

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InstaLock is an MLA Approved Company, and I’m a Nigel Rose Award winner.

01/10/2026

My first job this morning was a jammed garden gate in Upminster. The customer had the key, but the lock would not turn.

The good news was that it did not need a new lock or a new gate. I opened it non-destructively, with no damage, then removed the lock, stripped it down and checked everything properly.

✅ Opened without damage

✅ Lock checked properly

✅ Lock refitted securely

✅ Gate and lock left intact

✅ Gate running smoothly again

If a lock will not turn, try not to force the key. When something is jammed, forcing it can cause more damage than good.

Serving your local community.

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InstaLock is an MLA Approved Company.

This week I attended a residential job where a window hinge had worn out and needed replacing.The old hinge was removed ...
30/09/2026

This week I attended a residential job where a window hinge had worn out and needed replacing.

The old hinge was removed and a replacement fitted, helping the window open, close and operate properly again. It’s a good example of why a window that has started catching, dropping or feeling awkward is worth getting looked at before the problem develops further.

✅ Broken window hinge replaced

✅ Existing window removed and refitted

✅ Fitted carefully to restore smooth operation

✅ Window checked once the work was complete

✅ A straightforward repair instead of replacing the whole window

Serving Essex and East London.

If one of your windows is becoming difficult to operate, give me a call and I’ll be happy to take a look.

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InstaLock is a fully qualified, MLA Approved Company, DBS checked, fully insured, with a minimum 1-year guarantee on all parts.

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17 Fairfield Rise
Billericay
CM129NP

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