Independent local locksmith based in Gravesend since 2004. Hundreds of verified reviews on Google and Checkatrade, fully insured, and every job backed by a 12 month workmanship guarantee.

12 month workmanship guarantee

Every job I carry out is backed by a 12 month guarantee on workmanship. If something isn't right, I'll come back and put it right.

£5m public liability insurance

Fully insured for public liability up to £5,000,000 with QBE (policy no. 00021132TRA). Certificate available on request.

Established 2004 · 20+ years

I started Mark 1 Locks in 2004 and I've been on the tools across North Kent ever since. Independent and local.

Hundreds of 5★ reviews

Verified reviews on Google and Checkatrade from real local customers. Honest, reliable, owner-run service.

Independent local locksmith

No call centres, no franchise markup. You speak to Mark, and Mark turns up. That's how it's worked for over 20 years.

Cash or bank transfer accepted

Pay how you like. Bank transfer or cash both accepted - clear, fixed price quoted before any work starts.

Public liability £5,000,000 with QBE · Policy no. 00021132TRA · 12 month workmanship guarantee · Bank transfer or cash accepted.

What customers in Chatham say

"Locked out at 11pm with a baby in the house. Mark arrived in 25 minutes, opened the door without any damage and was lovely throughout. Lifesaver."

Sarah M.

via Google

"Called Mark 1 after a break in attempt snapped my cylinder. They fitted a 3 star anti snap on the spot and gave brilliant security advice. Fair price too."

James R.

via Google

"Moved into a new home in Gravesend and wanted everything changed. Booked easily, arrived on time, all locks done in under two hours. Properly professional."

Priya K.

via Checkatrade

"Honest, friendly and seriously skilled. Quoted before starting and stuck to it - exactly the fixed price promise they advertise."

Tom W.

via Google

"Snapped key in my UPVC door in Dartford. Mark 1 picked it out, replaced the cylinder and were gone within an hour. Highly recommend."

Lauren H.

via Checkatrade

"Best locksmith in North Kent by a mile. Used them three times for our rental properties. Always reliable, always fair."

David P.

via Checkatrade

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Nearby towns I serve.

Gravesend Rochester Gillingham

CALL MARK DIRECTLY

Locked out right now? Give me a call.

I'm Mark. Independent local locksmith based in Gravesend, working across North Kent since 2004. You'll always speak to me directly. I aim to be with you within 30 to 60 minutes and I'll quote you a fair price before any work starts.

Send me a few photos on WhatsApp for a quick quote, or just call me and I'll be there.

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Locksmith in Chatham

Across all of Chatham.

Everything a locksmith should do - done properly.

Emergency Locksmith

Lock Out Assistance

Non Destructive Entry Where Possible

24 Hour Call Out

Burglary Repairs

Locks Changed & Replaced

Honest, reliable, properly insured.

What customers in Chatham say

Nearby towns I serve.

Locked out right now? Give me a call.