The Reading Locksmith – Norman Mansell MBE

LOCAL READING LOCKSMITH

At your location in 30 minutes or less.

On call 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Norman Mansell MBE with the queen

Norman was awarded his MBE by Her Majesty The Queen in 1994

About Us: Locksmiths Reading

Our owner, Norman Mansell, is a Royal Navy veteran with two decades of service as a military policeman and an experienced emergency locksmith operating in Reading and nearby areas.

Whether it’s a lockout, a broken key, a move to a new place needing a lock change, or anything else, feel free to ring us up! We’ve got you covered for all your locksmith needs.

Our owner, Norman Mansell, is a Royal Navy veteran with two decades of service as a military policeman and an experienced emergency locksmith operating in Reading and nearby areas.

Norman Mansell MBE with the queen

Norman was awarded his M.B.E. by Her Majesty The Queen in 1994

Whether it’s a lockout, a broken key, a move to a new place needing a lock change, or anything else, feel free to ring us up! We’ve got you covered for all your locksmith needs.

Our Locksmith Services

… and many more! Call for more info or check our services page for more details

Our Prices - Lowest Price Guarantee in Reading and Nearby

We believe in fair and reasonable prices. We always quote in advance over the phone whenever possible – no unexpected surprises!

We’re not a call centre or third party, so we can ensure lower prices than many competitors in the area which will frequently display a lower price on their websites or quote low but then charge a hefty amount for locks, call-out fees, and/or after hours jobs.

Service Charges, Hourly (includes part hour)

Service Charges, Hourly (includes part hour)

Office Hours (9-5 Mon-Fri) = £70

Out of Office Hours = £120

Public Holidays = x2

No VAT, call out fees, or hidden fees of any sort.

Feel free to call now for a no-obligation quote over the phone!

Affordable Lock Replacements

Mortise lock – £65

Mortise lock

Euro cylinder – £55

Euro Cylinder

Rim cylinder – £45

Rim cylinder

What Our Clients Say About Our Locksmith Services

The following reviews are from our Google Maps profile:

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Veralyn Chan
09:20 16 Feb 26
Our front door lock jammed on Sunday 10pm and Norman was here within 10 minutes of calling. The lock had to be drilled through but he replaced it and even ordered a new one for us. Super fair price for a Sunday night call out. Norman was very friendly and knowledgeable and explained the lock mechanism to us as well. 100% would recommend!
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Naveen Roopra
19:54 30 Dec 25
Norman was great! Broken lock fixed within 24 hours with a thorough explanation along the way while presenting me with all options and letting me choose how to proceed. Really friendly guy too which always helps. Would highly recommend!
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Melane Garratt
12:19 30 Dec 25
Norman was very efficient, thorough and understanding of our situation at 1 o’clock in the morning.
I would definitely recommend him offering good rates.
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Daz Dean
19:36 27 Dec 25
Norman was a great help. I rather stupidly locked myself out of my home, he was round within 20 minutes of a call and I was back in my home less than 5 minutes later. Good service.
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Mayga Kachhwaha
20:52 17 Dec 25
I had to call Norman at around 12:20am on a Sunday night. He came out and helped me through a very stressful time. He fixed the issue effectively and talked me through the entire process. He was kind and considerate, and i 100% recommend his services to anyone looking for a locksmith! ❤️
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karan chauhan
16:19 08 Dec 25
My experience with this locksmith service was far below expectations, especially considering the stress involved when dealing with a lock issue. The communication felt inconsistent, and I never felt fully confident about what was happening, how long it would take, or what the final cost would be.

The entire process felt disorganized, and even after the work was completed, I wasn’t satisfied with the final result. I ended up feeling as though the situation had been made more complicated than necessary. For such an important service, clarity, professionalism, and reliability should be the minimum standard — unfortunately, that wasn’t my experience.

I strongly recommend asking detailed questions in advance if you plan to hire this service.
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16:16 08 Dec 25
My recent experience with this locksmith service was incredibly disappointing, especially when it came to pricing and overall value for money. I reached out because I needed urgent assistance, but instead of receiving straightforward support, I encountered a series of delays, vague explanations, and unexpectedly inflated charges.

What bothered me most was the lack of upfront transparency. I asked multiple times for a clear estimate before the work began, yet the final bill was far higher than anything previously indicated. It felt like the pricing kept changing without justification. This kind of unpredictability creates a sense of mistrust, especially for a service that customers usually rely on during stressful situations.

Additionally, the work itself did not seem to reflect the price. The job felt rushed, and I left feeling unsure about the quality and durability of the solution provided. For a professional locksmith service, a customer should never walk away feeling confused, financially strained, or dissatisfied. I hope the business improves its honesty, communication, and pricing practices for future clients.
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tyre silva
16:12 08 Dec 25
My experience with The Reading Locksmith – Norman Mansell MBE was not what I anticipated. I expected clear communication, fair pricing, and professional guidance, but instead I was left with confusion and frustration. The pricing structure was unclear from the start, and I felt I wasn’t properly informed of what everything would cost until it was too late to reconsider.

Throughout the job, I kept wishing the explanations were clearer or more detailed. Instead, I felt like I was left in the dark and expected to simply agree without fully understanding the work being done. The final result didn’t match the level of professionalism I assumed I would receive, especially considering the cost.

By the end, I walked away feeling that the service did not justify the price, and that more transparency and clearer communication could have completely changed my experience.
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Catherine Pham
23:39 29 Nov 25
Norman arrived quickly and solved my lock issue in no time. He was absolutely professional, reliable and such a sweet gentleman. Highly recommended!
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Robert Nash
15:41 26 Nov 25
Norman came on time as requested. Correctly identified issue as a misaligned door/frame preventing lock from operating. Rapidly fixed issue within the hour. 10 out of 10. Reasonable fee too. Thanks Norman
A proper 5 Star service from Norman – straightforward, explained everything upfront including costs, honest, no obligation, respectful of our property. Would highly recommend.
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Sarah Shepperd
12:49 18 Nov 25
Norman arrived promptly, was very friendly, and clearly knowledgeable about his work. Everything was handled quickly and professionally, and he made the whole process stress-free. Highly recommend his services
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Alyson Shin
10:53 11 Nov 25
Excellent service, prompt and professional! Norman comes highly recommended. There was no call out charge and hourly rate made clear when booking and doesn’t charge the time for drinking his welcome cuppa.
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Rob Bootle
10:50 05 Nov 25
Norman was brilliant. He was at my house within 10 mins and I was back in soon after. Great work and super considerate, lovely guy.
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Connor J
19:58 24 Oct 25
Excellent service from Norman, very professional, very fast, well prepared, reasonably priced. Just the man you need when locked out!
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Ian Whitehouse
08:43 14 Oct 25
The reason why I’ve given a Norman five stars is because he done a good service he was quick and local to do the job which was successful thank you
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David Ferris
18:25 28 Sep 25
So happy with Norman, he did a lovely job of replacing my back door lock. Reliable and on time, would absolutely recommend him.
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Sarah Adams
08:43 04 Sep 25
Norman helped with my clients garage door lock. The communication was great, he arrived as expected and completed the works to the highest of standard. Would use again- thank you!
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Charlotte Parham
20:32 29 Aug 25
Norman was an absolute lifesaver! While being safety conscious, we’d managed to make our house more difficult than most to get into – but Norman helped us with a smile on his face, a wonderful attitude and (equally important) a reasonable price.

Would thoroughly recommend!
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Nayan Juneja
21:58 26 Aug 25
I called up Norman 11:30 at night, just trying my luck as I was locked out of my own apartment.
Within 20 mins he arrived.
In next 15 mins I was inside the house as he successfully opened the door lock without damaging the door or the lock.
Highly Recommended
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Mel Houlis
20:36 13 Aug 25
Norman was extremely helpful, efficient and knowledgeable. He fixed a door we have not been able to access for 10 months, very responsive and cannot recommend enough.
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Georgie Alexander
17:43 11 Aug 25
Norman arrived super quickly, and really saved the day. We are so Thankful for everything you did for us today. Very reasonable priced, and kept everything tidy. Thank you so much for your help!
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Jolanta Stanke
16:48 06 May 25
Norman arrived 20 minutes after we rang him and did a stellar job, replacing our lock. He is highly experienced, professional and friendly. Would not hesitate to call him again.
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Sona Sajan
10:59 29 Mar 25
Norman was so helpful and got to our house quickly to solve the issue of the lock. He gave us a really good quote for the service as well. Very happy! Thank you!
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Gordon Ross
09:10 21 Mar 25
A very good timely service, would definitley recommend Norman
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Karen Bishop
12:17 16 Mar 25
Excellent, speedy service on a Sunday morning when we’d locked ourselves out of house and car
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Sarah Paxford
08:51 15 Mar 25
Absolutely brilliant and quick service
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Sona Rai
23:15 11 Mar 25
Always available and arrives on short notice .
Gr8 service .
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Patrick Meyer
16:25 28 Feb 25
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Alison Pearson
22:38 26 Feb 25
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vimbai ncube
22:36 26 Feb 25
Was locked out today and Norman came to my rescue. He came in 15mns and was done in 5mins. He is very professional and knowledgeable. Glad to have found him on google. Highly recommend.
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Mitchell Fraser-Jones
16:00 11 Feb 25
Prompt, efficient and courteous. No hesitation in recommending.
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A C
12:01 29 Jan 25
Norman was completely professional and a true gentleman. He came to my rescue promptly and was clear about his eta and pricing. I had called around but chose Norman because he seemed the most legit, willing to get to me quickly…even though it was early and I felt safe talking to him on the phone. He was superb! Highly recommend Norman.
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jonathanmyles
19:04 27 Jan 25
Norman did an excellent job letting me in to my house after my wife locked the keys inside, he arrived very quickly and was able to get the door open with zero damage. I would recommend to anyone in need!
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Jonathan Wheeler
16:12 27 Jan 25
What a fantastic service and such incredible value for money! It was a complex job (sorting out two windows where the lock had atrophied locked shut) and Norman sorted it out very quickly and at a phenomenally low cost. I was expecting a much bigger bill, considering the work involved. I recommend Norman to anyone else in the Caversham/Reading area and will definitely look to use him again, if needed. Customer service was just great. Payment via card was simple as well.
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Raj Chaudhary
12:26 23 Jan 25
Norman is a fantastic locksmith! He was super jolly and friendly, promptly attended to my lock issue, and fixed it swiftly. I really appreciated the 1-year warranty he provided, giving me complete peace of mind. Highly recommend his services.
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lorraine fox
16:27 22 Jan 25
I used Norman to unlock an internal door on a Saturday. He did an excellent job arrived on time and quickly did the job. Great communication throughout
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Maud Hardy
12:20 11 Jan 25
Norman was great! Really helpful, friendly and very efficient! He came over immediately! I would definately recommend!
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Jessica Campos
16:22 09 Jan 25
Quick, efficient and a very pleasant person!
Really great to reply messages as well.
Thank you!
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Adam Langer
17:29 02 Jan 25
Norman is like an angel – came out immediately, was friendly and fixed the issue promptly for an extremely reasonable price. THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU!!! And happy new year.
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Ka Mac
10:26 19 Dec 24
I was really pleased with what Norman did. He arrived promptly and not only sorted out the problem with the sticky lock that I had (meaning I didn’t have to replace it) but also tightened up another lock which was a bit loose. Thanks Norman.
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finbarr morley
14:19 29 Nov 24
Fantastic service. I can honestly say I wouldn’t ever use anybody else. More than happy to recommend. Best locksmith ever.
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J Thomas
17:34 19 Nov 24
Norman is a friendly gentleman who showed ID before he entered my property. He was very clear and honest about the job that needed to be done. He was quick, efficient and reliable. He restored my confidence in using a locksmith and I would strongly recommend him. Juliette
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Baljit Khangura
18:25 14 Nov 24
Fast service at a competitive price, highly recommended
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Khadija Ayaz
19:23 30 Oct 24
Very professional and friendly. He was perfectly on time and actually ended up helping me with more stuff than he was here for. Super happy with service.
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Rob Mair
15:51 14 Oct 24
Norman was great! Came out and did a great job on a replacement lock for a front door. Super speedy and friendly, would definitely recommend!
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Haidden Milne
20:54 10 Oct 24
Norman was amazing, quickly responded to my request, helped and sorted the job within few hours on the same day. Would def use again, highly recommended! Thank you Norman!
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John zhang
17:13 03 Oct 24
Very happy and satisfied.
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Tim M.
16:31 03 Oct 24
Norman did a great job. Many thanks.
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Naomi Naomi
10:23 01 Oct 24
Thank you Norman for fixing our door! You resolved multiple issues outside of just the lock, now our wonky door closes smoothly! You are knowledgeable and friendly, would recommend 🙂
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Simon Reed
18:59 29 Sep 24
Popped along, popped the lock and popped off. Rapid, professional and good humoured. Excellent.
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Keith Spicer
08:32 29 Sep 24
Norman came very quickly and sorted out our door lock. Will definitely call Norman if we ever have a problem with our locks again.
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Duncan Seward
20:21 19 Sep 24
Norman provided a friendly and efficient service, fixing our broken front door lock where others suggested a replacement. He was prompt in arriving and his work was clean and tidy. I’d definitely use (and recommend) him again.
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Adele Marie
15:02 17 Sep 24
Excellent, reliable and friendly. Replaced a lock for us.
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Gary Chandler
10:39 12 Sep 24
Fantastic job completed by Norman !!
Prompt, Fixed everything and fantastic value for money !!
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Lucy Delaney
16:18 09 Sep 24
Norman was so helpful and even realigned my door for me- thank you! Would 100% recommend!
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Kai Smithers
21:09 07 Sep 24
I called Norman to get a quote as id locked myself out of the house, he gave a very reasonable quote and arrived within 25 minutes which was perfect! Norman was very professional and came with equipment perfect for the task at hand, hopefully i wouldnt have to use norman again however i wouldnt even consider anyone else for the work having used norman and his fantastic service!
5 star service, timing, professionalism, quoting and personality! thanks again for saving me and my pregnant fiance!
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Missy Hboo
21:23 21 Aug 24
Locked myself out on Sunday night after 11.pm. My brother contacted Norman and he arrived within 15 minutes. Sorted the lock. Job well done. Would recommend him to a friend.
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Marco Salvini
15:58 21 Aug 24
Very professional and friendly and trust worthy, would highly recommend Norman.
Marco
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Yvette De Garis
14:02 21 Aug 24
Norman could not have been more helpful in resolving my broken door lock. He responded promptly and efficiently and I would highly recommend him. Thank you!
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Nikhil Bhatia
21:10 18 Aug 24
We had the best experience with Norman.

He was quick to respond, kind and helpful. Norman fixed our integral garage door lock and also the garden door lock. He noticed the garden door wasn’t working properly so added a couple of screws in to fix this problem too (wasn’t part of the request but he did this anyway to be helpful).

We highly recommend Norman’s services and will definitely be taking his help again if we require it.

Thank you!!
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Rus Bradley
16:49 18 Aug 24
Norman from Popalock was prepared to come out at short notice at the weekend to fix my front door which I was unable to open with the key.
My son has made use of Norman’s services several times and has been very pleased with his work.
I shall certainly be making use of Norman’s services again the next time that I require a locksmith.
Many thanks
Rus Bradley
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Harny Wang
14:44 05 Aug 24
Norman responded very quickly and did a great job. I will definitely recommend him!
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Richard elliott
08:31 17 Jul 24
Top notch service. Would thoroughly recommend and use again
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Glenn Porter
17:58 10 Jun 24
Very quick response and fixed the problem at the same time – would call again.
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Crispins Day
20:48 31 May 24
My job was a scheduled, non-emergency appointment to fix a broken window lock and I was happy that Norman was available on the day I requested and even happier that he was willing and able to adjust the number of hours needed when I added another couple of jobs to the to-do list. I’m also very grateful that he was so generous with the billed hours, since the jobs took more hours than I was invoiced. Norman is polite, friendly, creative with problem solving, and also very tidy and quick to clear away sawdust etc. from drilling. Absolutely would hire again!
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Rangarajan R
08:10 30 May 24
I would strongly recommend Norman as his work is very professional. He fixed a door lock and handle that other locksmiths had turned down, as they couldn’t find a replacement handle. Norman went the extra mile to find the right fit and fixed it. His charges are very reasonable too.
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Gary Jacura
08:07 30 May 24
Great to deal with no fuss sorted the problem out. Will definitely use again if needed.
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Laura Reed
14:59 19 May 24
We were very impressed with the swift response, friendly service and excellent knowledge of Norman at PopaLock. Would highly recommend, and thank you again for your help!
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Valerie Reid
07:26 15 May 24
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Jeff Robinson
09:25 14 May 24
Fantastic service, kept us informed of all costs and completed job same day as instructed,, Will be using again
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Alison Duncan
07:01 10 May 24
Norman came out within twenty minutes of calling at 6.30am, really excellent service – friendly, calm in the face of a barking dog and screaming child, and sorted my issue as well as giving me tips of how to manage it. I fully recommend PopaLock, a great service
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Phoebe Thompson
19:06 09 May 24
Norman came straight away and fixed the problem within half an hour. Top class service from a lovely gentleman. Second time we’ve had Norman out and wouldn’t call anyone else
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Carole Achouri
10:41 29 Apr 24
Speedy efficient service – got my mum in her house thankfully!
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Rich Neale
18:29 26 Apr 24
Called Norman at 5.30 in a Friday afternoon with a front door locked CK issue. He was on site in 20 mins and the job was sorted within the hour. Great service, definitely use again! Thanks Norman
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Jane Williams
11:23 25 Apr 24
Norman was efficient and polite. He was keen to try and fix before committing to a whole new gear box. Great job and would definitely recommend.
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Michael Jones
18:12 21 Apr 24
Absolutely first class service, reliable, professional and very helpful. Very happy with the amount paid and the service given, super fast! Thank you Norman I will recommend your service.
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Michael Kerr
18:53 18 Apr 24
Phoned up with an issue, they weren’t able to help as it isn’t something they did however they managed to send me a Number for someone who could help me straight away

Thank you
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Işık Evrandır
08:59 18 Apr 24
Lifesaver! I was locked out and they came in 10 minutes, problem solved in 1 minute! Dream service, also reasonable prices
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gemma warner
09:35 12 Apr 24
Norman you were a life saver! Came to help us in the middle of night as we could not get into our home. Got us in which was not that easy and then came back next day to fix everything. Lovely polite and chatty man absolutely lovely and very thorough with his work. Can not fault anything.
Thanks again Norman also love the company name!
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David Evans
10:47 11 Apr 24
Excellent service and a delightful person. Charges were very reasonable and I would certainly recommend his services.
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Niren Patel
13:45 06 Apr 24
Excellent experience. Norman was very responsive,understanding and fair & transparent with he’s pricing
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Alan Dunstan
15:11 19 Mar 24
Norman was quick to offer support and arranged a home visit the same day. Quickly understood my latch lock issue and proceeded to unlock the latch without any damage to the door. A very professional attitude and performance. Have no hesitation in recommending Popalock.
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Andrew Woolnough
11:40 18 Mar 24
Quick emergency response and dealt with immediately, efficiently and professionally. Cost reflective of the weekend emergency call out.
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izzy Mayes
12:24 14 Mar 24
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D McD
22:17 11 Mar 24
Knowledgeable, prompt and professional. Norman quickly came and sorted out our issue. Would very recommend Norman as a locksmith 👍
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Kate Norris
08:52 27 Feb 24
Extremely happy with the service Norman provided, he was helpful with his advice, patient, professional, carried out the job quickly and was reasonably priced.
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Robert Powell
19:07 26 Feb 24
Norman replaced our broken front door lock, he was extremely polite and professional and was willing to explain the work required plus in our case made improvements to the lock that were greatly appreciated. His friendly manner whilst working within our home put us at ease and we would highly recommend him if a locksmith is required.
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Felicity Cui
10:10 21 Feb 24
Came quickly and very reasonably priced. Sorted lock with ease and even helped us with a sticky door whilst he was here. Really appreciate his advice!
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gurdip dhariwal
18:56 16 Feb 24
Thankyou for sorting out my door when I got locked out. You sorted it out within seconds. I would recommend anyone to use this business.
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Ruth Hubbard
09:54 29 Jan 24
Cheery and a quick response on a Saturday
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Jay Sinha
16:43 27 Jan 24
Norman is a fantastic locksmith.
He arrives on time, gives good advice, performs high quality work, and charges reasonable rates.
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Karl Pooley
21:47 22 Jan 24
I found Norman through Google after having a key snap in a lock at work. He was very close luckily and came within 20 minutes of calling,
The lock barrel required replacing due to age and wear which was done within the hour.
Friendly, punctual and knows his onions. Should I need his services again, he will be the first port of call.
Highly recommended.
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Gillian Wallace
18:58 19 Jan 24
Norman responded very quickly to the call about our door lock. He explained what the problem was, how he was going to fix it and how much it would cost. And then fixed it. Totally professional. Great service.
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Jim Lemin
11:11 16 Jan 24
Woke up to the Patio doors not functioning correctly
Phoned John who said he would be there within 30 min

True to his word he arrived adjusted as necessary

Absolute star

Thank you

I can get on with my day
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Alfie Sharman
15:23 08 Jan 24
Fantastic service. Would highly recommend
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Christine Emerson
14:08 04 Jan 24
Lock jammed!! Fast response, into my house in seconds, lock WD40’d. All well.
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UV Jones
12:04 25 Dec 23
Norman fixed my broken front door lock in a professional and effective manner. The lock works better than ever and we didn’t even need new keys. I am pleased with his workmanship. I am even more pleased with his first rate ethical customer service. He quoted me his out of hours rate for his services, but he actually performed his work on Saturday, the day before Christmas Eve, which should have been after hours, and at a higher rate. I told him I’d be happy to pay his out of hours rate, but being a gentleman of his word he stuck by his original quote. Norman is a true professional.
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Sue Wilson
17:13 23 Dec 23
Norman arrived within 30 minutes to remove a broken key from a lock. Quick, efficient service. Thank you
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zara Naqvi
17:56 22 Dec 23
Great guy, always sees the work is done properly from start to finish- very knowledgeable about locks. Thank you.
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Kye Machin
20:51 03 Dec 23
Excellent service.
Phoned at 8pm, arrived within 10 minutes and unlocked the door right away with no damage.
Highly recommended.
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Phil Rogers
15:41 25 Nov 23
Can’t recommend Norman highly enough. Great, friendly, reliable and efficient service. Have used for emergencies and routine work. Brilliant service
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Patrick Bonthrone
21:07 22 Nov 23
Unbelievable service from Norman at Popalock . Helped me out massively at a really inconvenient time.

Can’t speak highly enough of the work carried out.

And great value for money .

Thanks again.
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Tommy Yau
18:55 20 Nov 23
Got locked out of my front door and called Norman for his help, arrived within 5 mins as he happened to be in the area, unlocked the door in about 10 seconds and job done, efficient and friendly service all the way, highly recommended!
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Emma OConnor
08:56 20 Nov 23
Pop a lock lock smith Reading , fast efficient, friendly service and the best value for money by far
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rupali n
15:30 22 Oct 23
The job was very tedious as the doors were kept in the shed for many years and the multiple point locks were rusted and jammed. Norman made sure to reuse most of the parts and also helped find a new lock for a reasonable price. There were many issues but Norman did not gave up. We are very happy and pleased with his professionalism and skills.
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Delroy Gooden
11:49 24 Sep 23
Professional & friendly service. I have used Norman 3 times for broken locks & all were completed quickly. I would recommend him & would be happy to use him again.

Highlighted Reviews

5/5 star review, left on 12/04/2024

"Norman you were a life saver! Came to help us in the middle of night as we could not get into our home. Got us in which was not that easy and then came back next day to fix everything. Lovely polite and chatty man absolutely lovely and very thorough with his work. Can not fault anything.Thanks again Norman also love the company name!"
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Gemma Warner
Satisfied Client

5/5 star review, left on 16/02/2024

"I found Norman through Google after having a key snap in a lock at work. He was very close luckily and came within 20 minutes of calling, The lock barrel required replacing due to age and wear which was done within the hour. Friendly, punctual and knows his onions. Should I need his services again, he will be the first port of call. Highly recommended."
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Karl Pooley
Satisfied Client

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We are confident in delivering affordable locksmith solutions for any problem our clients face. That’s why we offer a straightforward guarantee: if you’re not completely satisfied with our service, you don’t pay for the labor. However, any equipment or parts provided must still be paid for.

We take pride in always going above and beyond for our customers, and our reviews reflect this commitment. In the rare event that there is an issue with our work, and it’s due to an error on our part, we will promptly fix it at no extra charge. 

We also have Public Liability Insurance above and beyond what is required by local laws and regulations.

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Proudly based in 31 Wintringham Way, Purley on Thames, Reading RG8 8BH, United Kindgom.

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Thank you for considering me – Your trusted Reading Locksmith. As a dedicated locksmith serving Reading and its surrounding areas, I take pride in offering comprehensive services, including an emergency locksmith service. If you’re in need of a reliable locksmith in Reading or searching for “locksmiths near me”, look no further. Your security is my priority. For prompt and professional services, contact me today. Your satisfaction and safety matter most. 

Serving Reading with pride and expertise since 2020.

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