General Key Cutting
Key Cutting in Margate — Spare Keys Cut While You Wait
Need a spare key cut quickly and accurately? Visit ALKS Ltd in Margate. We cut a huge range of keys from our workshop — door keys, padlock keys, cabinet keys, window keys and more — and we get it right first time.
Margate's Key Cutting Specialists — Over 40 Years' Experience
Key cutting sounds simple, but a badly cut key is worse than useless — it won't turn smoothly, it'll wear your lock, and sooner or later it'll let you down at exactly the wrong moment. That's why experience matters.
At ALKS Ltd, key cutting is something we've been doing from our Margate workshop for over four decades. We have the right equipment, the right blanks, and the know-how to produce a key that works perfectly — not just today, but for years to come.
What Keys Can We Cut?
We stock an extensive range of key blanks and can cut most standard and specialist keys on the spot, including:
- Door keys — Yale, Chubb, mortice and most other standard door lock keys
- UPVC door keys — euro cylinder and multipoint lock keys for modern double-glazed doors
- Padlock keys — for home, garden, garage and commercial padlocks
- Window keys — cockspur, espagnolette and other window lock keys
- Cabinet and furniture keys — office cabinets, filing systems and furniture locks
- Community and communal door keys — ideal for landlords managing multiple properties
- Master key systems — for businesses and multi-occupancy buildings that need tiered access
Not sure if we can cut your key? Bring it in or give us a call — if we can do it, we will.
Why Get Your Keys Cut at ALKS?
- Cut while you wait — Most keys are cut in minutes at our Margate workshop. No dropping off and coming back.
- 40+ years of expertise — We know our key blanks. We won't hand you a key that's slightly off and likely to fail.
- Wide range of blanks in stock — We hold a large selection of key blanks, meaning we can handle most requests without ordering in.
- Great value — Competitive prices for individuals, with discounts available for landlords and businesses cutting multiple keys.
- Part of a full locksmith service — If you need more than a key cut — new locks, access control, security advice — we can help with that too.
Key Cutting for Landlords & Letting Agents in Thanet
Managing a rental property — or several — means constantly needing keys: for new tenants, for contractors, for check-ins. We work with landlords and letting agents across Thanet and East Kent regularly, providing fast, accurate key cutting and keeping a record of key types for repeat orders.
If you're managing multiple properties in Margate, Broadstairs or Ramsgate, talk to us about setting up a trade account.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does key cutting take?
Most standard keys are cut in just a few minutes while you wait. More complex keys — such as high-security or restricted keys — may take a little longer.
Do I need to bring the original key?
Yes — for most key types we cut from the original. In some cases (particularly if the original has been lost) we may be able to cut from the lock itself, but this varies. Call us to discuss your specific situation.
Can you cut high-security keys?
We can cut a wide range of keys including many high-security profiles. Some restricted key systems require proof of ownership before additional keys can be cut — we'll let you know if this applies to yours.
Do you cut keys for businesses as well as homeowners?
Yes — we work with businesses, commercial premises, landlords, letting agents and individual homeowners across Thanet and East Kent.
