Mobile Locksmith Services, covering Kent.
No, Hames and Sons does not charge a hidden call out fee for our services. We believe in honest, transparent pricing for all our customers across Kent. Specifically, you only pay for the work we carry out and the parts we supply to secure your property.
Therefore, we provide a clear, fixed-price quote before we even leave our base. This ensures you never face unexpected costs when we arrive at your home or business. Furthermore, our mobile locksmiths offer free security assessments while on-site. We want to help you identify any vulnerabilities in your current door or window hardware.
In addition, our pricing remains competitive for both emergency lockouts and scheduled installations. Whether you are in Whitstable, Herne Bay, or Canterbury, our rates stay consistent and fair.
Top Tip: How to Avoid the £49 “Bait and Switch” Tactic
Many national locksmith agencies use “bait and switch” tactics by advertising a low £49 service fee. Specifically, this price usually only covers the first 15 minutes of labour or just the “call out” itself. Once the locksmith arrives, they often add high hourly rates and massive markups on basic parts.
Therefore, you should always ask for a total, all-inclusive price over the phone. Furthermore, check if the quote includes both labour and the cost of a standard replacement cylinder.
A reputable, local family business like Hames and Sons provides transparent, fixed-price quotes.
In addition, national companies often send “sub-contractors” who are pressured to drill out locks unnecessarily to increase the bill.
In conclusion, always choose a local reputable locksmith in Kent. This ensures you receive an honest price and a guarantee that is actually worth the paper it is written on.
In conclusion, choosing a local locksmith with no call out fee is the best way to get professional service without the “national agency” price tag.
