Why People in Thanet Choose ALKS Ltd
- Over 40 years serving East Kent — We're not a national call centre. We're your local locksmith, based right here in Margate.
- Trusted by homeowners, landlords and businesses alike — From a bedsit key cut in Ramsgate to a multi-site access system in Canterbury, we've done it all.
- Straight talking, fair pricing — You'll know what it costs before we start. No nasty surprises.
- Fast local response — When you're locked out at an awkward hour, it matters that your locksmith is just down the road.
- Fully qualified & insured — Professional work, done properly, every time.
Based in Margate, we are ideally placed to cover the main towns of Thanet - Margate, Ramsgate and Broadstairs along with the surrouding vilages within East Kent. Looking further afield our locksmiths often carry out work in Canterbury, Sandwich, Deal, Dover and Faversham.

Common Questions
Do you cover the whole of Thanet?
Yes — we cover Margate, Broadstairs, Ramsgate and the surrounding areas of East Kent. If you're unsure whether we reach you, just give us a call.
Are you available for emergency locksmith callouts?
Yes. If you're locked out or have had a break-in, call us and we'll get to you as quickly as possible. Being local means faster response times than national firms.
Can you cut keys while I wait?
Absolutely. Visit our Margate workshop and we can cut most keys on the spot, including door keys, padlock keys and many vehicle keys.
Do you work with landlords and letting agents?
Yes — we work with many landlords and letting agents across Thanet. Whether you need locks changed between tenancies, additional keys cut, or an access control system fitted, we can help.