SF Locksmith

SF Locksmith Doncaster is a trusted, local locksmith service offering professional and reliable solutions to both residential and commercial clients across Doncaster and the surrounding areas. With years of experience in the industry, we specialise in a variety of locksmith services, including uPVC door repairs, anti-snap lock installations, composite door repairs, and patio door repairs. Our team is committed to providing prompt and effective solutions for lockouts, lock replacements, and security upgrades, ensuring your home or business remains secure.

In addition to our general locksmith services, we offer tailored landlord services, ensuring rental properties meet security standards and providing peace of mind to property owners. Our commercial locksmith services are designed to protect businesses with secure access solutions, while our lock replacement service helps homeowners and businesses upgrade their security to the highest standards. Whether you're facing an emergency lockout, need new locks installed, or require ongoing security support, SF Locksmith Doncaster is here to help with expert service and unbeatable reliability. We pride ourselves on our customer-focused approach, ensuring each job is completed with care, professionalism, and attention to detail.

Served areas

Doncaster & South Yorkshire

Business details

Year established: 2013
Employees: 1
Licensed
Insured

Highlights and features

No charge for locksmith call-out and fast response
DBS checked, police and insurance approved locksmith
2 years guarantee on all locks and parts
Expert repairs for uPVC, composite, and patio doors
Certified top-rated locksmith in Doncaster 2024-2025

Payment methods

Cash, Checks, Debit cards, Credit cards, Mobile payments, Bank transfers

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UPVC Door Repairs Report

SF Locksmiths provide expert repairs for uPVC doors, restoring faulty locking mechanisms without the need for replacement. With genuine parts and extensive experience since 1999, we ensure your door operates like new, saving you substantial costs. Our fully equipped mobile service completes most repairs on the first visit, guaranteeing quality and reliability.

Anti-Snap Locks Report

At SF Locksmith, we specialise in fitting high-security anti-snap locks designed to deter burglars from breaking into your property. Lock snapping remains a prevalent method used by intruders, but our expertly installed anti-snap cylinders significantly reduce this risk. These locks also provide enhanced protection against picking, drilling, and bumping. Installing our anti-snap locks ensures the safety of your home and family with a lasting, reliable solution.

Composite Door Repairs Report

SF Locksmith provides professional composite door repair services, drawing on over 25 years of experience to serve both domestic and commercial clients. We address common faults such as lock failures, misalignment, and handle damage, ensuring your door operates smoothly and securely. Our repairs use only genuine parts, and all work is guaranteed for two years. We prioritise customer satisfaction and offer prompt, reliable service.

Patio Door Repairs Report

At SF Locksmith, we specialise in repairing a wide range of patio door issues, prioritising repairs over replacements to preserve your original doors and save you money. Our extensive stock of genuine parts enables us to complete most repairs in a single visit. We guarantee all work for two years, ensuring your doors remain secure and fully functional.

Landlord Services Report

At SF Locksmith, we specialise in securing rental properties for landlords and property managers, offering a comprehensive range of services tailored to residential and commercial needs. We understand the importance of cost-efficiency, professionalism, and durable workmanship. Our expertise includes lock changes, uPVC door and window repairs, emergency call-outs, and access solutions for properties without keys, all compliant with insurance standards.

Commercial Locksmiths Report

SF Locksmiths offers expert commercial locksmith services with over 25 years of industry experience. Our DBS-checked team provides tailored security solutions for various business premises, including retail outlets, schools, and council properties. We install and replace coded and master key locks, ensuring British Standard quality and comprehensive security. Emergency lockout services and on-site key cutting are also available.

Lock Replacement Report

SF Locksmith offers expert lock replacement services tailored to your specific needs, whether upgrading or renewing your existing locks. With over 25 years of professional experience, we ensure all work is carried out to the highest standards and comes with a two-year guarantee. Our extensively stocked van allows us to replace most locks on the same day of your call. We handle a wide range of lock types, including mortice, multipoint, and euro cylinders, regardless of your door or windows make or age.

Susan Ann Andrew

May 10, 2025

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Extremely happy with the service. Stephen arrived promptly at the time agreed and immediately spotted the problem with our glazed porch door. Problem rectified and happy homeowners. Would have no hesitation in recommending and using him for any future problems on our property

Laura Coates

Apr 26, 2025

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Exceptional service. Trustworthy and very knowledgeable. Would highly recommend.

Jag Brook

Apr 24, 2025

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No one likes hiring a locksmith when they have done the dumb key loss with no spares!!
However, Stephen is the man for the job should you be in this frustrating situation.
Trustworthy, prompt and professional. Job done smoothly, stress over! Thanks again Stephen

Emma Jeynes

Apr 23, 2025

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Steven was friendly & very professional - he got the job done quickly with no mess. He replaced the locking mechanism on a pvc door for me. I would highly recommend him. Thanks Emma

Luke Wilson

Apr 22, 2025

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Had 4 locks changed, perfect work and very friendly

Tony Sheppeck

Apr 20, 2025

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Its the second time I have used SF Locksmiths, again very quick response, excellent work, nice guy too.

Paul Mitcheson

Apr 04, 2025

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I contacted Steve regarding an issue with my tilt slide patio door, he gave me a price over the phone & came out the same day. Fabulous service & would highly recommend as most people give tilt slide doors a wide berth when it comes to carrying out repairs.

Paul Raven

Mar 23, 2025

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Stephen is a master craftsman at what he does. He talks you through and explains what and why the mechanisms have failed. He is easy to communicate with and provides you with the confidence you need, considering much of his work is likely to be related to your security and safety.

Kevin Pearson

Mar 19, 2025

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Very good at he's job no complaining reliable excellent personality thank you

Emily Jones

Mar 16, 2025

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Great service! Arrived within 45 minutes, fixed in half an hour. Very reasonable pricing and very friendly.

Sandra Liddle

Feb 25, 2025

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Really quick and great advice. Came same day and fitted a new lock mechanism. No fuss. Really pleasant guy and did a great job at a good price. Definitely recommend and will use again if ever in need

Whitakers Pharmacy

Feb 23, 2025

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Very effecient and helpful

Zaiga Kalnina

Feb 21, 2025

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I highly recommend Stephen! Our door broke late last night, and he was here first thing in the morningno long wait, which was a huge relief. He was friendly, chatty, and incredibly professional, getting the job done quickly and efficiently. Excellent service from start to finish!

Mei Shan Choi

Feb 12, 2025

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Very reliable and friendly guy. Reasonable price too.

Susannah Neave

Feb 08, 2025

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Absolutly amazing, came out really quickly, was so professional, friendly and knowledgeable. 100% recommend

Graham

Jan 22, 2025

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Quality repair of my front door locking system , carried out quickly and courteously. Would thoroughly recommend. Thanks

David Almond

Dec 28, 2024

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I'd fully recommend to anyone. Arrived 15 minutes after contacting, had all the equipment he needed to do the job and was upfront about the cost before arriving. Didn't just fix the locking mechanism, realigned the door which has stopped the draft too.

Steve Vickers

Dec 16, 2024

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Prompt and reliable service. Always shows up when he says he will. Steve is a careful worker and is very quick. Excellent service

L. C.

Dec 12, 2024

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Thank you Stephen for rearranging your schedule today to repair our front door lock mechanism. We have used Stephen previously and found him to be friendly and knowledgeable. Recommended and we would certainly use him again.

Lucy Smith

Dec 11, 2024

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Fantastic service came on a Sunday morning. Sorted both our front door and back door hassle free. Thank you

Matthew Andrews

Nov 28, 2024

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Brilliant job completed made the job cheaper than it should have been and did the job super quick highly recommend

Ryan Adams

Nov 27, 2024

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I called S F Locksmith out at 3pm to fix our broken front door lock and he was with us 9am the next day to solve the problem quickly and efficiently. Great service.

Steve O'Mara

Nov 19, 2024

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I've used Steve a number of times and he has always provided a professional and first class service.

Joanne Brough

Nov 16, 2024

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Highly recommend , called 1st thing in the morning and my lock was changed at the time that was right for me . Would definitely use again .

Derek Stocks

Nov 13, 2024

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Very efficient and friendly, would recommend to everyone!

Octavian Lupu

Nov 13, 2024

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Very efficient
Good mannered and polite
Recommend

Elaine Hirst

Nov 07, 2024

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Came out as arranged and on time. Fixed my back door lock and window lock and was a lovely guy I can highly recommend

Jon Moorcroft

Nov 06, 2024

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Was in a massive fix this morning when I couldn't lock my composite door. SF Locksmiths came out the same day, sorted the problem with minimum fuss for a reasonable price.

Highly recommended!

Tony Noon

Aug 28, 2024

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Attended around one hour after I rang to say our front door lock needed replacement. Quick , clean and satisfactory.

Roy Daley

Aug 13, 2024

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Have used SF Locksmith several times. Always good service from very knowledgeable locksmith. Highly recommended.

Lesley Townsend

Jun 08, 2024

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Major issue with old fitting resolved quickly

Hayley Atkinson

May 08, 2024

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Brilliant service. Very prompt arrival following an emergency and talked us through what the issue was. Would use again if an emergency was to happen

Thomas Roberts

Mar 16, 2024

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Took advantage of the Home Mover Lock Package offered by Stephen who replaced and upgraded the old locks on our front, back and patio doors for modern anti-snap locks. Stephen is very professional, very knowledgeable and offered great customer service. 2 years guarantee on the locks too. Brilliant.

Mia Georgia Betts

Feb 09, 2024

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I needed a local Doncaster locksmith urgently as I couldnt lock my door, after reading various Google reviews I decided to call SF Locksmiths. Stephen advised what the problem was likely to be over the phone and arrived within the hour. He replaced my faulty door lock mechanism and upgraded my door locks too. Straight forward, no fuss, very happy. Thanks again.

Emma Banks

Jan 13, 2024

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Very accommodating,visited neighbour and I asked if he could change my locks on the spur of the moment and he said yes,even had the specific locks I asked for,I highly recommend x

Jamie B.

Dec 23, 2023

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Steve always Happy to help
Very experienced
And very good communicator -excellent Service!

Jan Baker

Oct 26, 2023

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Would highly recommend Stephen. I messaged him, explaining our situation & he replied within minutes.
Visited us today & was able to sort out a door locking issue which we had been told was not repairable.
Very professional, knows what he's talking about & a very nice guy too.

Paula McGarry

Oct 21, 2023

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After our initial call Stephen arrived quickly and communicated well with us.

The door barrel was faulty and was replaced quickly and without fuss.

Stephen also carried out a few tweaks on the door, and quite honestly.it has never closed or locked so easily!

Would absolutely use his services again in the future and highly recommend.

A genuinely nice fella and a great tradesman.

Jane Bowman

Oct 09, 2023

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Absolutely recommend S F Locksmith. Called on the morning of our door & lock being broken after attempted burglary and came in no time. Gave us advice on what was needed with several other locks, which we were happy to follow. Clean and quick service. Thank you very much.

Michelle Jurgens

Oct 03, 2023

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Great professional service.
Quick reponse to message enquiry and then came to do the job within 10 minutes.
Highly recommend to anyone and would not use another locksmith. Thank you so much

Amy Davies

Oct 01, 2023

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Stephen proved to be an absolute lifesaver after a spate of break-ins on our street. Responding promptly to my call, he upgraded my locks to anti-snap variants and also upgraded the locks on my old sliding patio door lock. His expertise and attention to detail was fantastic, ensuring not only a seamless installation but also providing invaluable advice on bolstering my home's security. Thanks to Stephen, I now feel significantly safer in my house.

S. Nicholson

Sep 29, 2023

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Friendly and knowledgeable, attended on date and time agreed and fixed issue with front door, all within price range discussed

Zain Julius

May 16, 2023

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Class, very quick service. Will only use Steven from now on.

Jane Taylor

Apr 10, 2023

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Steven came straight out on Sunday morning to replaced my lock following a break in overnight First class service

Greg Curtis

Mar 31, 2023

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Super fast call out, fixed the issue immediately, really nice guy, Thanks

Richard Bell

Jan 31, 2023

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Excellent service. All sorted within 2hrs of ringing. Would recommend to anyone who requires the service of a locksmith.

Hollie Altoft

Nov 08, 2022

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Excellent service, rapid response. Friendly guy nothing was to much trouble. We had been locked out and he got us in within minutes. Highly recommended and will be using again.
Thank you u saved us.

Robert Fenn

Apr 11, 2022

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Outstanding workmanship friendly and reliable goes the extra yard !!!
Recommend without hesitation .. 26th May

David Pickersgill

Mar 19, 2022

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Did a great job on my stuck brocken window, saved the hassle of buying a new window. Great communication and turned up on time at the agreed time. Will use again and recommend

Tim Orridge

Feb 22, 2022

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Good quality exterior door handles fitted at an acceptable price.

David Benton

Oct 11, 2021

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Had an urgent job and he came to it within 15 minutes and sorted it. Better service than this you cannot ask for.

Helen Brown

Apr 14, 2021

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Fantastic service, came when he said he would, good value. Thanks so much for a brilliant service

John Richards Newton

Mar 10, 2021

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Excellent service many thanks

Lesley Croft

Feb 23, 2021

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Called yesterday came today sorted my back door which i couldnt use fora long time.just a big thank you sorted within 20 minutes and good value will deffo recomend to family and friends. Thank you

Florea Andrei

Jan 20, 2021

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Nice, friendly locksmith saved us from the nightmare of being locked outside.

Keith Ravenscroft

Apr 11, 2020

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Fantastic response came on a Sunday within 2 hours gave great advice did the work no fuss no mess highly recommended

Ali H.

Mar 28, 2020

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Used SF Locksmith and was brilliant, fast and reliable. Would use again and definitely recommend. Thank you Stephen!

Julian Bennett

Mar 08, 2020

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Excellent service. Informative gent, who knows his stuff. Good for all round security advice. Turned up promptly, completed the job without issue - even took the old locks and keys away with him for recycling. Would go nowhere else now.

Amin Chaudhary

Feb 17, 2020

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Spot on with our repairs, quick, efficient and reasonably priced

Alex Lewis

Jan 23, 2020

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Called up as one of our doors had decided to lock us in. Came as agreed and sorted me out with a new lock. Fixed the gap in my door while he was also here. Have now added his number to my contacts as will use him again. Very pleasant and polite.

Adele France

Jan 18, 2020

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Brilliant service and good value. Friendly and really sound advise. Stephen explained all about the different lock options before.I decided what to have installed. Thank you.

Yvonne Handley

Mar 22, 2019

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Excellent reliable service and advice after a recent burglary. Stephen is friendly and helpful and works efficiently to provide a great service i would highly recommend him to family and friends and definitely will use for future needs ... Thank you so much

Michael Godridge

Dec 04, 2018

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Excellent service, had a lock needing replacement quickly due to damage, called Sf and they could not be more helpful, the lock was replaced quickly with no issues, I would definitely use again and recommend to anyone.

Tracy Ward

Nov 14, 2018

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Sf locksmith visited my business yesterday 28th September to fix my front door lock.
Steve replaced my DOOR lock produced 6 new keys. fantastic service would recomend his services.
Tracy

Smad Cropp

Oct 31, 2018

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I called SF Locksmith after discovering my house keys had been stolen, Stephen reassured me and said he would be at my home in about 45 minutes. Within 30 minutes he was busy changing the front, back and patio door locks. Highly recommended polite, professional and quality locks fitted at a very reasonable price. Our house is secure again, thank you!

Eric Stephens

May 28, 2018

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I woke up to find that burglars had broken into my property. SF Locksmiths were quick to respond and fitted new handles and locks within an hour of my call . I was able to go to work feeling safe and secure. They are a friendly and reliable company and offer excellent advice on security. I will definitely recommend them in future.

Susan Collett

Apr 02, 2018

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Excellent service, prompt & efficient call out, no fuss just professionally repaired a totally wrecked door within 45 minutes and all at a reasonable price. Being a Landlady would recommend Mr Fretwell without any hesitation.

Ann Walker

Mar 08, 2018

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I had a problem with a double glazed door lock. I called Steve Fretwell and he called promptly. The work was carried out eficiently and advice given on to all my queries. I was very impressed with the clean and efficiant work carried out.

Andy Roberts

Feb 03, 2018

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I have used SF Locksmiths on a couple of occasions to upgrade our basic locks to high security Ultion locks. Stephen is knowledgeable, reliable, trustworthy and I recommend without hesitation.

L. Bell

Jan 07, 2018

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Super fast and reliable service. Have used many times and have never been disappointed. Highly recommended