If you need emergency locksmith services, the fastest way is to call us directly.
When a lockout or security emergency disrupts your day (or your night), you need a team that shows up fast and gets the job done right. Armstrong Security provides emergency locksmith services across New Zealand, any time of day or night.
Our locksmiths arrive in clearly marked vehicles and are fully equipped with mobile workshops. We also train everyone in our team to work carefully to restore access with no unnecessary damage to your property.
Whether it's your front door, your business premises, or your vehicle, we handle it.
Get back into your home quickly and safely. We help homeowners and renters with lockouts, lost or broken keys, damaged locks, and jammed doors. Our mobile workshop carries the tools to restore access and complete repairs during the same visit wherever possible.
Business and Commercial Premises
Businesses can't afford downtime. We restore access without disrupting your operations. Whether it's a damaged lock, an after-hours lockout, or a key control issue, we respond at any hour and provide practical solutions to keep your property secure.
Vehicles and Roadside Situations
Our technicians handle car lockouts, lost or broken car keys, and transponder key issues for cars, utes, and trucks with no damage. Our mobile units carry the right equipment for careful, damage-free entry and can often resolve key problems on the spot.
Other common jobs we handle on the spot:
If a child or pet is locked inside a car or property, your call goes to the front of the queue, and we dispatch immediately, free of charge.
We know this situation is stressful and time-critical. Armstrong Security responds with urgency, care, and professionalism because your loved ones' safety is our top priority.
This service is always free of charge.
When you're locked out or facing a security risk, a scheduled appointment isn't an option.
Here's the difference
| Feature | Standard Locksmith | Emergency Locksmith |
|---|---|---|
| Hours | Daytime only | 24/7 availability |
| Booking | Scheduled appointments | Immediate dispatch |
| Work type | Planned installations | Priority lockout assistance |
| Response | Non-urgent | On-site, fast |
Four Decades of Locksmith Expertise
Armstrong Security has been solving lockouts for homes, businesses, and vehicles across New Zealand for over 45 years. Our experience means we know how to handle your emergency accurately, efficiently, and without fuss.
Licensed and Police-Vetted Technicians
All our locksmiths are fully licensed, police-vetted, and insured. They arrive in clearly marked vehicles with ID ready, so you always know exactly who is coming to help.
New Zealand's Largest Mobile Locksmith Network
We operate the largest mobile locksmith network in New Zealand, with 15 service locations and on-call technicians dispatched from across the country. Help is never far away.
Transparent, Upfront Pricing
We explain costs before any work begins. No hidden fees, no upselling. Just honest, reliable emergency locksmith services at a fair price.
12-Month Workmanship Guarantee
Every job we complete is backed by a 12-month workmanship guarantee. If something isn't right, we'll make it right.
Safety-First Approach
Step 1: Contact the Team Call 0800 506 111 or book online any time. Our contact team responds immediately to urgent requests.
Step 2: Quick Assessment We confirm your location and the nature of your emergency, then identify the nearest available technician.
Step 3: Technician Dispatched A licensed emergency door-opening locksmith heads to your location in a marked vehicle with a fully equipped mobile workshop.
Step 4: Access Restored On-Site The technician restores your access carefully and walks you through your repair or replacement options if needed.
Step 5: Practical Guidance After the job, your technician can advise on what caused the problem and provide simple steps to prevent it from happening again.
Our emergency locksmiths are on call across all major New Zealand cities and regions:
Armstrong technicians operate within a 25km radius of our 15 store locations. If you're outside that range, contact us, and we'll do our best to help, subject to availability.
Response times vary by location and traffic conditions. Our team provides an estimated arrival time when you call.
Yes. Armstrong Security provides emergency locksmith services at all hours, 365 days a year, including weekends and public holidays.
Stay in a safe, well-lit area and avoid any attempts to force entry into the property to prevent further damage to your locks or door frames.
When you contact our dispatch team for advice over the phone, we can provide you with immediate guidance on how to handle the situation until our technician arrives on-site.
Yes, providing a clear outline of the required work and the associated costs after an initial on-site assessment is a standard part of our professional service.
We ensure you understand the available options before our emergency 24/7 locksmiths proceed. This helps us maintain transparency and trust during a stressful situation.
We utilise non-destructive entry techniques and specialised professional tools to bypass locks without harming your door or its hardware. Choosing our experienced team guarantees a high success rate in securing entry while preserving the structural integrity of your property.
Call Armstrong now for immediate assistance. We'll dispatch a mobile emergency 24/7 locksmith to your location without delay, day or night, rain or shine.
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