# Thanet Locksmiths Ltd

Thanet Locksmiths Ltd is a locksmith in Margate. Rated 5.0/5 from 5 public reviews across 1 review source. This is the MyTrustedTraders public-evidence profile for this trader, with independent reviews, credentials and registry data from named public sources, no ads, and no paid placement.

Trust Score: 41 out of 100 (building a public record). The score rests on rated 5.0 from 5 reviews.

Operating since at least 2026 (under a year), according to an independent source, not just their own word.

## About
Thanet Locksmiths Ltd has been vetted and approved by TrustATrader. Covering postcode areas: CT7, CT8, CT9, CT10, CT11, CT12

## Public review evidence (by source)
| Source | Average rating | Reviews |
| --- | --- | --- |
| TrustATrader | 5.0/5 | 5 |

Most recent review: 1 year ago.

This business replies to its public reviews, a sign it engages with its customers.

## In customers' own words
_Verbatim quotes from this trader's public reviews, each attributed to its source:_
> "I’m unable to upload a photo but I had locked myself and grandchildren out of their house and as the parents were abroad had no second key. I chose Ian because he advertised he was 24 hr and it was Sunday! He came within 20 minutes of our conversation and worked efficiently and was very polite and understanding of my situation. I was so relieved when the door opened and so we’re my young grandchildren!! I would definitely recommend him."
> Source: Karen (5.0, via TrustATrader)

> "Our front door would lock, but we could not get the key out. Part replaced. New type of lock fitted and all explained. Thank you."
> Source: Linda (5.0, via TrustATrader)

> "Ian is very considerate and talks to you about the best options without being pushy; he also gives great security advice and as I am on my own, it was much appreciated. He also gave me some great tips on maintenance re oiling hinges and using graphite powder in the locks which other people don’t tell you."
> Source: Debbie (5.0, via TrustATrader)

## Trades
Locksmith

## What we checked, and when
_What MyTrustedTraders independently checked for this business (verified items only):_
- Review volume: MyTrustedTraders shows 5 public reviews on this profile. (via MyTrustedTraders public listing)
- Public listing spread: MyTrustedTraders shows 1 public listing for this trader. (via MyTrustedTraders public listing)
- Business identity: MyTrustedTraders shows public business identity data for company number 17062780 with operating status active. (via MyTrustedTraders public listing)
- Contact phone: MyTrustedTraders shows a public phone contact on this profile. (via MyTrustedTraders public listing)
- Website: MyTrustedTraders shows a public website for this trader. (via MyTrustedTraders public listing)

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## Credentials & sources
- Credentials shown: 1 (none currently verifiable)
- Companies House status: Active
- Run by 1 director; the longest-serving current director was appointed in 2026 (Companies House officers)
- Website online since 2019 (verified via public domain registry)
- Evidence held from: TrustATrader
- Check dates vary by source. Where we hold a date, the check shows it.

## What this business says about itself
_Self-declared on the trader's own website, not independently verified:_
- Emergency availability: 24/7

## Before you hire a locksmith
_What to check when choosing this kind of trade (general guidance, not a claim about this business):_
- Get the call-out fee AND the total price agreed in writing before they set off. Emergency locksmith overcharging is a common complaint.
- Be wary of anyone who insists on drilling the lock straight away: most locks can be picked open, and drilling then selling a replacement is a known upsell.
- Look for a locksmith approved by the Master Locksmiths Association. The MLA vets and inspects its members, and locksmithing is otherwise unregulated.
- Confirm they cover your area and can actually come out in your timeframe before anything else.
- Read recent reviews for reliability and turning up on time, not only the quality of the work.

## Contact
- Phone: 07307 288475
- Website: https://thanetlocksmiths.co.uk

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Source: MyTrustedTraders, https://mytrustedtraders.com/traders/thanet-locksmiths-ltd
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