Locksmith FAQ

Yes. Rahiman Mobile Locksmith works 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including weekends and public holidays.

We are based on Missenden Rd, so Newtown and nearby Inner West suburbs are a short drive away. We give you an arrival time when you call.

It depends on the lock and the time of day. We quote on the phone before we come out, so you know the price upfront.

We always try non-destructive entry first. Most house and car lockouts open without any damage.

If we don't pick up, we are most likely on another job or unavailable at that moment. Please email us at [email protected] and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

Yes. We rekey your existing locks or fit new ones, so keys held by previous owners or tenants stop working.

Rates can differ late at night, on weekends and on public holidays. We always tell you the price on the phone before we come out, so there are no surprises.

Yes. We work 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including public holidays.

Not usually. We try non-destructive entry first, and most emergency lockouts open without any damage. If drilling is needed, we explain why before we start.

Yes. For everyone's safety we ask for ID or other proof that you live at the property once the door is open, such as mail, a lease or a bill with the address.

In most cases, yes. Deadlocks take more time and skill, but they can usually be opened without damage.

You can call us directly to get back inside. If a lock needs replacing, let your landlord or agent know, as they may need a copy of the new keys.

We use purpose-made automotive entry tools designed to open cars without damaging the door, window or paint.

We can open most makes and models. Tell us the make, model and year when you call and we'll confirm.

We are based in Newtown and give you an arrival time when you call. Nearby Inner West suburbs are usually a short drive away.

Repairs are often cheaper if the lock is in good condition. If it is badly worn or damaged, replacement is usually better value. We give you the options and prices before starting.

Where possible we fit replacements that suit your door and existing hardware. We can also discuss matching other locks in the home.

Yes. We change locks between tenancies and after lost keys for landlords, property managers and strata.

Most residential locks can be rekeyed on the spot in a single visit.

In many cases, yes. If your locks are compatible we can set them up to work with one key.

Rekeying makes old keys useless, which solves the most common security problem. It does not make an old or low-quality lock stronger, so we'll tell you if an upgrade is worth considering.

Yes. We are available 24/7 and can schedule work before opening or after closing.

Yes. We work on common doors, gates and other locks in strata and apartment buildings.

Yes. We can rekey or replace your locks so former staff keys no longer work.

A good deadlock on every external door, followed by locks on easy-to-reach windows, is usually the best place to start.

Yes. We supply and fit digital and keyless locks for homes and businesses.

Yes, though you should get your landlord's or agent's permission first.

Often not. In most cases we can remove the broken key and the lock keeps working.

Yes. We extract broken keys from house, business and car locks.

It can be, if you can't get in or lock up. We're available 24/7.