Rick's Locksmith & Door Repairs

10/06/2026

I think I'm going to stop posting on Facebook for a while.
Sometimes it feels like a big waste of time, they encourage you to create unique content, pictures,etc but only a tiny percentage of people actually see it unless you pay to boost things with a paid advert.
I guess it's a bit of a dinosaur now and I should probably focus my efforts elsewhere.

Ciao for now.

https://www.locksmith-in-wolverhampton.co.uk

09/06/2026

I've not decided if this is a good idea or kinda cheeky, but I've created it anyway.

For anyone that's really been bowled over by my (fantastic!) locksmith service you can not only leave me a review but also "buy me a coffee".

I like the concept but I don't expect to be drowning in coffee donations anytime soon.

Hey I'm Rick, your local locksmith and door repairs specialist based in Wolverhampton. If you're looking for a locksmith that can deliver a fast and reliable locksmith service at a price that doesn't

08/06/2026

A pair of top spec anti snap locks installed to these double upvc doors, keyed alike so that they both work on the same key.
These diamond grade locks are highly resistant to all forms of attack including lock snapping and drilling.
There's a £2000 manufacturers guarantee that they won't be compromised, and having had to open a few myself over the years I'm 100% certain that your average burglar isn't going to break one out of the door.

https://www.flickr.com/photos/ricks_locksmiths

07/06/2026

Uprated sliding door rollers for this aluminium patio door.
The bearings in the old one had collapsed leaving the rear half of the door dragging along the track and literally hanging out of the top of the frame, ready to flatten the owner when it fell out.
I replaced the old cast ones with a set of steel double castors to help spread the weight of the door more evenly.
https://www.locksmith-in-wolverhampton.co.uk/patio-doors.html

05/06/2026

I've spent a bit of time this week trying to find and update all of my online listings with my new address.

It's surprising how many have been submitted over the past sixteen years, some of which I don't even remember doing.

I'd like to think I have another sixteen years left in me!

A page dedicated to Ricks Locksmith & Door Repairs

03/06/2026

A shiny chrome nightlatch replacement for this cottage door. It was an older design that's no longer available but I managed to find a like for like replacement from one of my suppliers that had one hiding in the dust at the back of their storeroom.
I'll always do my best to get my customers what they want.

https://www.locksmith-in-wolverhampton.co.uk

01/06/2026

Getting AI to design my latest parish advert.
Would have taken me hours to whip something like this up when I first started locksmithing in 2009!
https://www.locksmith-in-wolverhampton.co.uk

31/05/2026

This is what a failing UPVC door mechanism looks like.
When lifting or pulling the handle you'll notice that the hooks and bolts do not fully retract. At this point it's probably a good idea to avoid trying to lock the door into the frame as there's a good chance it won't open again. It will need a replacement gearbox or full mechanism depending on the brand of lock.
If this looks familiar, give me a call for a quote on a repair or replacement. Sending over a few pictures via whatsapp always helps identify the lock.

28/05/2026

If you've recently used my services I'd appreciate it if you could submit a review on one of the platforms.

I've never really pushed for reviews but it seems to be an important factor for AI searches now so I'll try and keep up with the times...

I will show up as "Ricks locksmith & door repairs" on Google maps, Trustpilot, Yelp, Thomson Local and probably a load of other online directories.

https://www.thomsonlocal.com/search/ricks-locksmith-door-repairs

27/05/2026

It's been a mega hot week and has definitely taken it's toll on those darker coloured upvc doors. If you've developed locking issues since the hot spell it's likely down to adjustment issues associated with plastic expansion/warping. Try to avoid forcing stiff locks as this will lead to bigger issues. Give me a call, I'll see what I can do for you!