Stephen Fretwell Locksmith

29/05/2026

04/05/2026

Bit of an unusual day👇

I had three separate calls out for failed Lockmaster gearboxes on uPVC doors. Put them side by side and they all look pretty much identical… but they’re not. Each one is slightly different, and fitting the wrong part just won’t work.

That’s why I carry a wide range of genuine gearboxes on the van – so I can match the exact part and get it sorted there and then.

No waiting around, no guesswork, and no cheap copy parts.

All replaced, all working smoothly again, and all covered with a full 2-year guarantee 👍

If your door is getting stiff, not locking properly, or the handle feels like it’s on its way out, it’s usually the gearbox starting to go.

Give me a call or drop me a message
📞 07990573857

Local, reliable, and fixed properly first time ✅

23/04/2026

🔐 Upgrade your door to a lock that fights back

Not all “anti-snap” locks are the same.

At Stephen Fretwell Locksmith, I fit high-security cylinders like Ultion — designed to go into lockdown mode if attacked.

💥 If someone tries to snap it… It sacrifices the outer section
🔒 The internal mechanism stays locked and secure

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✔️ 3-star TS007 rated
✔️ Anti-snap, anti-pick, anti-drill
✔️ Police preferred specification
✔️ Supplied & fitted same day
✔️ 2-year guarantee

💷 Security upgrade without the cost of a new door

Most doors can be upgraded quickly — and you’ll notice the difference straight away in how solid it feels.

📸 Not sure what you’ve got? Send a photo, and I’ll advise properly.

📞 07990 573857

Stephen Fretwell Locksmith – proper locks, fitted properly.

20/04/2026

🚨 This is how most break-ins happen now… and it’s not forced entry

Burglars aren’t kicking doors in anymore — they’re snapping the lock.

👉 10–20 seconds
👉 Minimal noise
👉 No specialist tools

If your lock sticks out or isn’t anti-snap, it’s vulnerable. Simple as that.

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At Stephen Fretwell Locksmith, I upgrade doors with proper anti-snap cylinders that are built to stop this attack completely.

✔️ Snaps safely without giving access
✔️ Locks down if attacked
✔️ Meets insurance standards
✔️ Fitted properly (which matters just as much as the lock)

💷 Cheaper than you think — and a fraction of the cost of a break-in

Don’t wait until after it happens.

📸 Send me a photo of your lock — I’ll tell you straight if it’s secure or not.

📞 07990 573857

Local locksmith. No call centres. No scare tactics — just honest advice.

18/04/2026

🚨 Your lock could be snapped in seconds… would yours stop it?

Most standard door locks can be broken using a method called lock snapping — quick, quiet, and one of the most common ways burglars get in.

👉 The fix is simple: upgrade to an anti-snap cylinder

At Stephen Fretwell Locksmith, I supply and fit high-security anti-snap locks that are designed to fail safely and keep your door locked — even under attack.

✔️ Stops lock snapping
✔️ Insurance-approved security
✔️ Supplied & fitted same day
✔️ No call-out fee if I can’t fix it
✔️ 2-year guarantee

💷 A small upgrade that can save you thousands — and a lot of stress.

Most jobs are done in one visit with the right lock fitted there and then.

📸 Not sure what you’ve got?
Send me a photo on WhatsApp and I’ll tell you straight.

📞 07990 573857

Local. Trusted. No nonsense — just proper security.

17/04/2026

It is always pleasing to get reviews and makes the day better

★★★★★

13/04/2026

🔑 Garage keys missing?

If your garage keys have been lost or snapped in the lock, it’s best to get it sorted sooner rather than later.

An insecure garage lock can leave tools, bikes and equipment vulnerable.

I replace and repair:

🔧 T-bar garage door locks
🔐 Up-and-over door locks
🚪 Side garage door locks

Most locks can be replaced quickly and securely.

Recently replaced a faulty garage lock for a customer in Rotherham

Stephen Fretwell Locksmith
📱 07990573857

Message the page or call for advice.

08/04/2026

🔐 Stiff Mortice Lock in Bawtry? We Fixed This One Same Day…

Got called out to a property in Bawtry where the mortice lock had become really stiff and awkward to use.

The problem? A worn internal curtain inside the lock – it’s there for security (helps prevent picking), but over time it can wear out and start causing issues.

Rather than a temporary fix, we fitted a brand new lock, which means:

✔️ Smooth locking again
✔️ Brand new keys that work perfectly
✔️ No risk of it failing in the near future
✔️ Extra keys cut there and then

A lot of these start off as “just a bit stiff”… then suddenly won’t lock or unlock at all.

👉 If yours is catching or getting worse, it’s always cheaper (and less hassle) to sort it early.

📍 Bawtry, Doncaster & surrounding areas
📱 07990 573857

✔️ Local, independent locksmith
✔️ Same-day service in most cases
✔️ No fix, no fee
✔️ 2-year guarantee

If you’re unsure, feel free to message or send a photo on WhatsApp 👍

06/04/2026

🔐 Security Tip – Check Your Door Locks

One thing I often see is older style euro cylinders still fitted to front and back doors.

The issue is, some of these can be vulnerable to a method known as lock snapping.

Upgrading to a modern anti-snap cylinder is a simple and effective way to improve your home security.

These locks are designed to resist:

🛡️ Snapping
🛡️ Drilling
🛡️ Picking

If you’re unsure what lock you have fitted, I’m always happy to take a look and advise.

Stephen Fretwell Locksmith
📱 07990573857

01/04/2026

🔵 Stephen Fretwell Locksmith

🚨 Door Repair – Local Job

Had a call from a customer in Edenthorpe whose front door wouldn’t lock properly.

The issue was the gearbox inside the multipoint locking mechanism starting to fail.

⚙️ Gearbox replaced
🚪 Door realigned
🔐 Lock now working smoothly again

These are very common faults and usually repairable without replacing the door.

If your door is getting harder to lock, it’s best to get it sorted early.

Stephen Fretwell Locksmith
📱 07990573857