The lock monkey

10/04/2026

Another fantastic review this ! Today we’re shining a spotlight on The lock monkey!

"Fantastic service; called Lock Monkey and was scheduled for next-day lock replacement. Service with a smile and also realigned the door free of charge. Upfront quote was given and work completed quickly and to a high standard. Would definitely recommend to friends/ family."

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27/03/2026

Do you need a Local independent locksmith
We have the most genuine online reviews in east Devon
For a reason
Over 10 years in business locally
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You never know when you might need it

16/02/2026

With all the horror stories of people being scammed by rogue locksmiths etc

I have been working away quietly in the background spending a lot of money and time to give our customers
The peace of mind they deserve
We are now the only locksmith company based in east Devon that is actually trading standards approved
We are proud to be part of the buy with confidence scheme.

https://www.buywithconfidence.gov.uk/profile/the-lock-monkey/34281

30/10/2025

29/10/2025

We hope you’re having a great week and that you have a fantastic Halloween!

We’re here for any lock issues you might have 7 days a week:

No call out charge
Same day service available
Fully insured
Experienced and reliable
Over 330 5-star Google reviews
Independent - no call centres

Call/Text/Whatsapp: The Lock Monkey: 07950 148390
[email protected]

27/10/2025

Hope everyone's week is off to a good start today.

Last week was really varied which is what I love about this job. I had a customer in Exmouth who called in a bit of a panic because their uPVC door handle had gone completely loose and floppy, and she was worried about security. When I arrived I could see straightaway that the multipoint locking mechanism was failing - you could feel it 'grinding' when you tried to operate the handle and the latch wasn't retracting properly. I carry a good stock of parts on my van so I was able to replace the mechanism there and then, no need for a second visit. She was so relieved - apparently they’d been wrestling with it for weeks!

I also helped someone in Sidmouth who'd been quoted way too much to replace their whole door because it was 'rubbing' on the frame and letting cold air in. It urned out that the door had just dropped slightly out of alignment which is really common. I realigned it properly and adjusted the hinges - job done in about an hour and saved them hundreds of pounds.

I also had a customer in Budleigh who couldn’t lock her windows - I serviced them and replaced one of the handles.

Then another uPVC door issue in Topsham - this time the mechanism needed replacing and I realigned the door while I was there. Again - all done in one visit. If your UPVC door handle feels loose, or you have to really yank it up to get it to lock, or you can see light coming through the seals, then the mechanism is probably on its way out or the door needs realigning. Don't ignore it - it'll only get worse and potentially leave you insecure. Give me a call and I'll give you an honest assessment.

As always, there’s no call-out charge and I’ll always give a fixed price before I start work. I'm fully insured and DBS checked for your peace of mind.

Have a great week everyone! 👍 🐒

22/10/2025

Hi Exmouth!

I just wanted to pop in here with a quick message:

Your key’s trying to tell you something… don’t wait till it snaps! 🐒🔑

The darker evenings are here, and a few customers have started asking about home security again. It’s a great time to check your locks and doors are all behaving as they should.

If your key feels stiff, or a handle’s a bit wobbly, that’s usually the first sign something’s wearing out. Catch it early and you’ll save yourself a lot of hassle (and money).

Quick home check:�
Are your handles secure, not floppy?�
Are there any odd clicks or grinding sounds?�
Is your door shutting smoothly, or needs a push?

If something doesn’t feel right, give us a call — we’re local, reliable, and never charge for call-outs. It’s always cheaper (and calmer!) to fix a problem before you’re standing outside in the dark.

And if you do get locked out — no worries, it happens! We’ll get you back in quickly and safely.

📞 07950 148390�🐒 Reliable local locksmiths in Exmouth

PS: Have a look at the infographic below — and please share it with anyone who might need it. Whether you choose us as your locksmith or someone else, no one should be waiting out in the cold!