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PPM Locksmiths Ltd

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Highly Recommended
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7 Dominions Arcade
Queen Street
Cardiff
South Glamorgan
CF10 2AR

Tel:
029 2023 ****


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About PPM Locksmiths Ltd


PPM Locksmiths in Cardiff are an MLA approved company, Safe Contractor approved and offer a 24hr mobile service around Cardiff and the Vale, PPM also have a shop in Cardiff City Centre. The whole team is professional and discreet, PPM Locksmiths have provided services to a number of high profile celebrities, and high street banks who trust in PPM Locksmiths to get the job done properly and without any risk to privacy or internal security. Remember to visit the shop at Dominions Arcade.

PPM Locksmiths are also used by South Wales Police as a genuine 24 hour reliable locksmith service in South Wales.

With over five fully qualified engineers, PPM Locksmiths Ltd has a professional team, qualified to a high standard.

PPM Locksmiths Ltd was established in 1990 by Philip McCarthy a master locksmith to provide a professional and discreet service that home and business owners could trust in to protect properties.

PPM Locksmiths Ltd has a growing network of clients, situated throughout Cardiff and the Vale, including several large organisations.

The business supplies unique Chubb security products that are produced in the UK and can improve security. The products feature easy use, making them perfect for a wide range of customers, available from the shop or by calling PPM Locksmith's mobile locksmiths service.

With state of the art facilities and fully qualified staff, the company provides a professional locksmith to businesses. The service is designed to meet regulations, enabling clients to be insurance approved.
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44 FreeIndex Reviews - Ranked 14th out of 413 UK Locksmiths

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Geoff Lewis
Cardiff
We only had to wait forty five minutes! Excellent price, speedy service. Very helpful locksmith who gave us useful information. We would definitely use him again.
CAROL Pugh
Cardiff
Came within an hour of my phone call even though it wasn't urgent. Engineer was polite and helpful, did an excellent job really quickly and accepted credit card payment. Can't be faulted. Wouldn't hesitate in recommending.
Suzanne Buley
Cardiff
I required my deadlock to be changed on my front door. PPM Locksmiths gave me good advice regarding what would be best for me and their employee was punctual, polite and friendly and most inportantly his work was first class and he swepted up after. Very impressed.
Response : It is lovely to read such glowing praise. We ensure that all our staff take care to provide the complete service to our customers, offering sound advice, technical know-how, and clearing up after themselves. We are very highly regarded by insurance companies, banks and building societies, private companies and local authorities, but we never forget that every single customer is as important to us as any other, and all feedback is noted for future reference. We started with high ideals, and we aim to improve our service wherever we can.
Ben Sargent
Cardiff
After coming home from a long weekend break in London, I'd realised that I had lost the keys to my flat. I thought it was the end of the world and that I'd have to sleep on my doorstep, luckily I had my phone with me, so I decided to search for 24 hour locksmiths. PPM came up top of the results so I gave them a call. The engineer came within 20 mins, despite it being the early hours of the morning, and was able to get me in to my flat swiftly and quietly. The young, well mannered engineer showed me that my old lock was actually vunrable, and was able to put a new secure lock in, that didn't have the flaw my old one had. Taking the time into consideration, I expected to pay a lot more than I did, so not only were PPM prompt, but they charged a very reasonable price. All in all I am more than happy with the service I had and the new security lock I now have. I would highly recommend PPM, and I am always going to keep their number in my phone.
Response : Thanks for your comments. It is very important when having a new lock fitted to choose a lock that will actually do what you want it to do. Many tradesmen supply the cheapest locks available, and charge normal rates. The reason we are top of the list for so many South Wales businesses and householders is that all the locks we supply are tested and checked by our senior engineers to make sure that they meet our own standards. We do not fit DIY locks, but recommend the highest quality products so you won't have to call us back later with problems due to cheap,faulty locks. Effective security doesn't have to be expensive, but there are plenty of ineffective products sold through other outlets that do not meet our standards, and are not considered good enough for our customers. This call, to gain entry following loss of keys, meant a new lock. However, the old style 'euro' locks are vulnerable to attack, and are ineffective in the majority of cases. This type of attack is fairly recent, and affects the majority of uPVC doors. We recommend locks that are effective in preventing break-ins, and always advise our customers of this to guide them in their choices.Moreexpand_more
Alvin Jones
Cardiff
Excellent service provided by the locksmith who attended and the gentleman I spoke to on the phone, with sound advice on security and what was required for my insurance policy. They provided me with a full survey and carried out the work required the same day. Overall excellent service and would recommend to anyone.
Response : Many thanks for your kind words. Many people are unaware that insurance companies require a certain level of security, and will specify the physical security you need to have - this does not mean alarms, as they are not primary physical security, and will not stop a break-in. We are familiar with these requirements, which have been in place since the early 1980's, and will be happy to advise to make certain that you are fully insured. Any customers who call us are offered a free security survey and a no-obligation quote as part of our service.
Clive Drew
Cowbridge
I have a multi-locking UPVC front door which is about 20 years old, the locking mechanism of which had been 'sticking' for a while. I looked through Yellow Pages and subsequently called PPM Locksmiths. The young man from the company, informed me that the problem was age related. The door, not me ! He replaced the old lock with an upgraded version and adjusted the door. And all is now well. The only criticism I have is that he left oily finger marks on the door.
Dr Michael Bretlan...
Penarth
I used PPM Locksmiths to sort out several problems after buying a new house. They were polite, efficient, turned up when they said so and provided an excellent value service. They were honest and sorted out problems without attempting to sell anything unnecessary. I would not hesitate to use them on future occasions.
Response : Many thanks for your kind comments. When moving into a new home it is important that the main locks for exterior doors are changed - even if you know the previous occupants, they might have forgotten to tell you that they had left keys with estate agents, neighbours, builders or cleaners. By taking this opportunity to replace existing locks, you can always be certain that you have all of the keys for your home. However, many customers are unaware that their insurance company requires a minimum standard of lock, and that locks are graded accordingly. Often, these requirements only come to light when you move house or change your insurance company. We are always happy to advise on these requirements, without further obligation, to ensure that our customers have proper security cover. All of our mobile engineers are experienced in identifying inadequate locks, and will let you know if you should consider an upgrade to comply with the conditions of your insurance policy.Moreexpand_more
Roz Waterhouse
Penarth
I needed to change my lock and the work was done on the same day that I asked for the work to be done. I wasn't charged a call out fee because my friend in the same town was also having new locks fitted _ I thought that was very reasonable. The young man who fitted the locks was on time, courteous and did the job well and very quickly and left no mess. I was able to pay by credit card. For all these reasons I would definitely recommend this locksmith again.
Response : Thank you. We never charge a callout fee, but were able to arrange a reduced labour charge for you and your friend who had recommended us, as we are always happy to combine calls for neighbours, friends and relatives in the same area. Many of our mobile calls throughout South Wales arise from word of mouth, just as many of our shop customers are happy to recommend us for comprehensive keycutting services, and a huge range of replacement locks at prices to suit every pocket. That's why we have enjoyed an excellent reputation for more than twenty years at the forefront of the security profession.
Neil Langford
Cardiff
I had a sticking front door lock which eventually stopped working. I called PPM and they sent someone out to me straight away. They replaced my lock with a similar type but advised that I should upgrade it at some point, for better security. The man that did the job was very polite and personable. All in all I found them to be very helpful and easy to deal with: also it cost less than I anticipated,so that was an added bonus.
Response : Thanks for your comments. This was a reasonably secure lock that had simply worn out. Sometimes, our customers will ask us to improve the level of security immediately, but if their locks are adequate, and especially if they meet the necessary insurance standards, we will let them know this so they can have time to consider all their options. In this case, we were happy to point out where improvements in security were recommended, but not necessarily essential. We offer security advice without obligation for all customers, but we make sure we are not worrying them into buying anything they don't actually need. If you would like to upgrade your locks at a later stage, we'll be pleased to hear from you again.Moreexpand_more
Adrian Roper
Penarth
I recently had an urgent security and safety problem at home, involving both front and back door locks. PPM got someone out straightaway to make the situation safe, and offered a choice of permanent solutions with info to help me decide. The work was then done at a time that was convenient to me, and at a very good price. In all respects, this was exceptional service.
Response : Many thanks for letting us know what you think of our service. Your comments are very important for us to know where improvements might be made, and we are careful to take note of what all our customers tell us. With regard to your lock problems, due to movement in the front door over a long period of time, the lock had become very tight against the frame, and was having to be slammed heavily to stop the door from springing open. Coincidentally, the mechanism of the uPVC back door failed, so we were able to deal with both at the same time. Once the front door had been adjusted, the secure deadlock could be used again. We replaced the broken uPVC door mechanism at the back of the house, and after we'd checked the locks on all the windows, we were able to declare the house secure once more.Moreexpand_more
Alun Downes
Penarth
When my sister was locked out she called some guy to get her in. He was very quick, and very cheap, but he didn't tell her that her lock was pathetic, and a few days later she was burgled. PPM Locksmiths put new better locks on the front door, and checked out the other door and the windows free of charge. If she had called them in the first place when she was locked out, she might not have been burgled. There are too many cowboys who are happy to take your money without really doing a proper job, the way PPM Locksmiths did. I would recommend them to anyone who wants to be secure in your own home. Expert company, and not expensive either.
Response : Thanks for letting us know more about your experience with another company. When we attended this call, we were shocked that the occupant had not been better advised. This customer had been told that she didn't need a whole new lock - just a cylinder to replace the old one she'd been having problems with. However, there was no deadlock to back up the basic lock, and the break-in was successful because the latch hadn't been lining up with the receiver on the frame. The thief forced the door without a lot of effort. We were told that she didn't want to save a few pounds and end up losing her laptop and her grandmother's necklace, but the tradesman she had called didn't advise her, and she didn't realise he wasn't qualified. Better advice on security in the first place instead of trying to beat a competitor's price might have stopped this theft. We fitted a British Standard deadlock on the door, and upgraded the basic Yale lock, which had buckled under force. We believe that the majority of customers call a locksmith expecting someone with experience and knowledge in security matters. No one wants to waste money, but most people would rather spend enough to solve a problem, than not spend enough and leave the problem unsolved. If you call experts, you expect a level of service better than general tradesmen can offer. Unfortunately, many ordinary people are unable to tell the difference, and place their trust in unqualified individuals. We have occupied shop premises in Cardiff City centre for twenty years, and can claim the highest qualifications it is possible for a locksmiths company to attain. We don't offer only the cheap locks - we offer a range to suit every pocket. But the main thing is making sure that our customers have their security problems dealt with effectively. In common with so many others, for this customer it wasn't about the money, it was about being secure.Moreexpand_more
George Eustice
Cardiff
Poor, poor, poor. My fiancee was locked of our flat (easily enough done, i've done it myself) But when I was locked out another lock smith open our yale lock within 5 seconds. PPM Drilled the lock without even trying to pick it! Then they charge for labour and the new, not needed lock! On top of this, they inserted their own brand lock which only they can cut new keys for. Very rude when I returned from work and confronted them. Scam artists who bend the rules to make the most money they can! AVOID LIKE THE PLAGUE! TO THE RESPONSE - I phoned the company and had a long phone conversation with them, to which all they had to say was "Come and speak to us face to face" They were very rude on the phone and seemed to have a pre-determined script that basically tried to blame us for them drilling the lock and replacing it with a poorer quality own brand lock. The faff that is spouted below is pretty much what I was told on the phone. However our lock was perfectly adequate and our building secure with deadlocks and yale locks. It was just a mistake that the yale lock had shut behind my fiancee.2nd Response:The comments from this company are untruthful, unprofessional and slanderous. I have no locksmith experience and have never worked for this company. My fiancee has a receipt from when the work was done (£93.59, receipt number 0745). As mentioned before the work carried out was unnecessary and expensive. We have now had the locks changed again as we do not want to return to PPM to get extra keys cut.Moreexpand_more
Response : Georgeeustice@msn. ComWe have no record of this call, and no record of any subsequent complaint. However, this gentleman appears to have been perfectly happy with a lock that could be opened in 5 seconds flat! What's more, it seems he wanted a genuine locksmith to leave his door as unsafe as it was previously. If he's worried about being locked out, it seems he'd be happier with no lock at all! If we gain entry very quickly, the first thing we do is advise our clients that their lock is inadequate. There are thousands of people in Cardiff who can open a lock in seconds. Some of them charge for this "service", and some of them steal your belongings. As established shop-based locksmiths, customers call us to be SECURE - not to offer a legalised burglary service and leave them vulnerable to thieves.This false review was posted by a bogus caller. Further investigation has revealed that it is a former employee who was dismissed from our company for gross misconduct. This person, however, is still willing to boast that he once worked for us, trying to trade on our reputation. We have to maintain our very high standards for security products at fair prices, and it is essential that all of our staff operate with the greatest level of personal integrity and honesty. Those who cannot make the grade may feel resentment, but there is no room in our company for deceit. Our customers expect better of us.Moreexpand_more
Jonathan Jones
Penarth
Can't speak highly enough of the speed, efficiency and courtesy shown by the PPM team. I would recommend them most highly. Jonathan Jones.
Phil Thomas
Aberdare
The service was fulfilled the very next day following the booking confirmation, the staff that dealt with our enquiry were polite, efficient and professional. I was extremely pleased with the price quoted and would recommend PPM to anyone.
Kristina
Cardiff
PPM in Dominions Arcade, Cardiff provided me with excellent service beyond my expectations. I forgot to pick up my keys and would have been locked out if the Manager hadnt agreed to come back from his journey home to get them for me. I was so grateful, and would recommend this helpful, friendly company to anyone. Thank you!
Anita Denton
Cardiff
The key has been working really well with all the locks etc; on the car with the exception of the car doors, it will lock them but not unlock them, we have had problems with the doors for a long time so think the doors are probably the problem that needs sorting and not the key itself. We are really happy that the key is working so well. With thanks Anita.
Ben Brown
Cardiff
The knowledge of the customer servicemen was great. Always use PPM.
Claire
Cardiff
The help I received when my front door lock was stuck was fast and effective. The value was fantastic and I would recommend PPM Locksmiths to my friends.
David Harrold
Cardiff
Andrew was very helpful and informative in helping me choose my locks.
Barrie James Ashil...
Cardiff
Replacing of damaged / worn locks, entry to rooms padlocked but lost keys, no fuss /efficient, PPM in my view give a professional / reliable service, with excellent response times.

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