We've Got The Key Reviews 1,453

TrustScore 4 out of 5

3.8

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Review summary

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Looking at 106 reviews, reviewers had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently commend the staff for their friendly, engaging, and efficient service, highlighting their ability to resolve issues quickly and professionally. Many people appreciate the excellent customer service, noting the helpfulness and understanding of the operators and technicians. The overall service is often described as highly recommended, with reviewers praising the promptness and effectiveness in getting them back on the road. However, some customers also noted issues with communication, experiencing unreturned calls and conflicting information regarding key orders and appointment times. A few other people also felt that the pricing was too high, describing it as excessive for the service provided. There were also instances where technicians' performance was perceived as unsatisfactory or they were unprepared, leading to delays and additional problems.

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Service

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Staff

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Customer service

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Customer communications

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Price

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Reviews shaping this summary

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I should very much like to applaud and commend the fantastic service from 'We've Got The Key'. At initial contact, Jasmine was thorough, friendly, personable, engaging, and such a pleasant person to t... See more

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Had a previous review but couldn't access my account to update it - After more clarity, The locksmith that came out (John) was very kind and supportive, and managed to get my key programmed and go... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Control room very helpful and efficient. Gave good clear answers to any questions. Technician texted to say he was on his way, turned up on time, didn't mind waiting few minutes for me. Again very h... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent job: The gentleman who answered my phone call was very understanding and explained clearly what would happen. I was very impressed with the locksmith who got me into my car. He was thoro... See more


Company details

  1. Emergency Locksmith Service

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We provide emergency and non-emergency auto locksmith services throughout the UK. Our locksmiths are on duty 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, so you are never left out in the cold. We’re always on hand to help.


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3.8

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TrustScore 4 out of 5

1K reviews

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Arrived on time

Lee arrived at exactly the appointed time and identified the problem in minutes.He set about resolving the problem and spent an hour in his mobile workshop making good the fault with the key fob.Professional and courteous.

February 12, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic service

Fantastic service. Cody on the phone was informative, clear and helpful. Then the day arranged for the key to be done was excellent. Communication before hand when they were arriving and on the way was great. Cheers to Dave for sorting me out a new programmed key. Would highly recommend this company.

January 29, 2025
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Reply from We've Got The Key

Good morning, Robin,

Thank you so much for your recommendation, it really means a lot to us. We know all too well how important it is to keep communication on point for such circumstances, and I'm glad to see we are delivering on that.

It was a pleasure assisting you.

Kindest regards,

Lewis
Customer Service Manager

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I called RAC Initially as my keys had…

I called RAC Initially as my keys had locked my van with the keys inside and me outside.
The company contacted me with an arrival time which was with 30 mins.
The opening of my door took less than 2 minutes...thank you for prompt and efficient service 👍

January 27, 2025
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Reply from We've Got The Key

Good morning, Robert,

Thanks so much for sharing your experience. We are delighted to have got you up and running with some haste!

All the best,

Lewis
Customer Service Manager

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I very rarely bother to write reviews…

I very rarely bother to write reviews for suppliers or service providers. In fact it’s not always the case we get great service. But I have to say We’ve Got The Key have been nothing short of excellent. I initially called about one car key replacement, and as the price was reasonable I added 5 other cars, which I’ve recently bought at auction and only had a single key or had damaged keys. The cars ranged 15 years in age and technologies. WGTK were able to quote on all 6. At the agreed time their technician arrived and spent hours carefully working through each car. Most were easy but my pre OBD system Mercedes CLK 230 2000reg was somewhat more challenging. Well at least time consuming. Nevertheless it was sorted and the technician was polite, professional and highly responsive to the tasks. I hadn’t realised quite what went into the process tbh and very much appreciate the level of knowledge and service provided.

I would add that I’d recently used a local key supplier from a local supermarket who was unable to do a fraction of the work and in fact left the car he did in a worse state than before the key replacement. By that I mean the emergency key reset the system so it wouldn’t work either with remote or hard key. Nothing like that with WGTK.

Most impressive indeed.

January 25, 2025
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Reply from We've Got The Key

Good afternoon, Grahame,

That's wonderful stuff, thank you so much for taking the time and effort to let others know of your experience with us. It was a mighty big day for Daryl indeed, but no task is too large.

I've let the team, and Daryl know of your feedback, we really appreciate it.

Wish you all the best with any work you have left on the vehicles!

Kindest regards,

Lewis
Customer Service Manager

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very pleased with my experience

Liam worked tirelessly in the cold and dark and came twice to get my car Keys working. He is polite and methodical and I am so pleased to have my car I can use again.
Wouldn't hesitate to recommend him to anyone

January 24, 2025
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Reply from We've Got The Key

Good afternoon, Zena,

Thanks so much for your kind words, they have been passed onto Liam. The cold and dark isn't quite enough to put him off getting you up and running in your hour of need!

Your recommendation means a great deal to us, thank you.

Kindest regards,

Lewis
Customer Service Manager

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very happy with the service today

Very happy with the service today. Very accommodating to fit me in, and quick, quality service when the work was carried out.

January 24, 2025
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Reply from We've Got The Key

Good afternoon, Nick,

We appreciate your taking the time and effort to feedback on your great experience, thank you very much. It was a pleasure getting you looked after.

Kindest regards,

Lewis
Customer Service Manager

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very professional job done the best

Very professional job done the best
I recommend this company 🤝

January 21, 2025
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Reply from We've Got The Key

Good afternoon, Petru,

You are most welcome! Thank you very much for your 5 star rating of the service provided.

Your locksmith has been informed of your kind words.

Kindest regards,

Lewis
Customer Service Manager

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Exellent Service.

Lee from Hemsworth attended our address also in West Yorkshire and replaced my lost car key. Turned up promptly, was friendly, polite and efficient. Explained what he was doing and why. Very pleased with the service, highly recomended.

January 20, 2025
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Reply from We've Got The Key

Good afternoon, David,

We are delighted to hear of your experience. Thank you for letting others know of it here. I have been sure to let Lee know of your super review and service rating.

We appreciate the recommendation!

Kindest regards,

Lewis
Customer Service Manager

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Rang the company on Wednesday 15…

Rang the company on Wednesday 15 January, to replace a broken car key, they couldn’t come until Friday 17 January, the technician was unable to get the code for the key (Vauxhall Astra) I then had to wait until Saturday, but found out when I called the office, they do not work on Saturdays!! I spoke to them on Monday 20 January, only to be told it could not be fixed/replaced! This cost me £240, for nothing, plus I lost 5 days of not being able to use my car. I have requested my money back as they have not provided the service they claim to be able to provide, I have waited all morning only to be told that they will only reimburse me £120. So £120 for a completely wasted call out fee!! I would not recommend this company to anybody, please go somewhere else. Complete time wasters, as I am still no farther forward in getting a new key!

January 18, 2025
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Reply from We've Got The Key

Good afternoon, John,

I am sorry to hear of your dissatisfaction with your service.
Regrettably, we are unable to foresee some obstacles when it comes to the successful supply and programming of keys. Whereby we encounter critical obstacles preventing us from completing works- obstacles that are not disclosed to us at the time of sale -we do retain a callout fee which is in-line with our terms and conditions, and accepted by you upon purchase. I note that on this occasion, it had been determined that your vehicle ceases to allow communications from any number of programming systems, in order to programme a key to it, and as a result there is no further success that we would be able to work towards.

I am sorry once again that you have been inconvenienced by this unforeseeable vehicle issue, and I wish you the best going forward with it.

Kindest regards,

We've Got The Key Complaints Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

First class service after getting…

First class service after getting thoroughly annoyed with not 1 but 2 Jeep main dealers.
Contacted We've got the key and had the new key cut and programmed at my home with no hassle and at considerably less cost than main dealers quoted

January 19, 2025
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Reply from We've Got The Key

Good afternoon, Malcom,

Thanks so much for your five star review! We are delighted to have resolved the troubles you had, in trying to source service elsewhere. I will be sure to pass your kind words onto the team here.

Kindest regards,

Lewis
Customer Service Manager

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A fast and efficient service

A fast and efficient service. They came promptly having called 30 minutes before arrival, unlocked my car and so we could retrieve my keys and supplied us with an extra key. Totally trust worthy and would definitely use again.

January 17, 2025
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Reply from We've Got The Key

Good afternoon, Emma,

What a wonderful review. Thank you ever so much for taking the time and effort to share the positive experience you had with us.

I have ensured that your locksmith received your kind words, also.

Best wishes,

Lewis
Customer Service Manager

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I had terrible experience and job…

I had terrible experience and job wasn’t even done. Now I’m waiting for refund.

January 16, 2025
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Reply from We've Got The Key

Good afternoon,

I am terribly sorry to hear that your key had taken a little longer than anticipated to arrive ready for service, and on account of this you had elected not to proceed with the service. Regrettably we are not always able to control the delivery delay f keys that require ordering for some services. I hope you have been able to resolve the situation at this time.

Kindest regards,

Lewis
Customer Services Manager

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Whilst defrosting car

Excellent service from Customer service team arranging the call out to Dean from Shefflock that attended and gained entry to my car and switched the engine off within a couple of minutes after the car managed to lock its self. All staff very friendly, sympathetic and professional. Call out was a little delayed due to how busy they were due to bad weather conditions but they all kept me updated so no more stress endured

January 8, 2025
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Reply from We've Got The Key

Good afternoon, Angela,

Thank you very much for your lovely review, and five star rating. It's that time of year where we are all popping the engine on, only to get locked out! You are not alone!

We are delighted that we were able to assist you promptly.

Best regards,

Lewis
Customer Service Manager

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I did forget my key in the boot

I did forget my key in the boot. I booked an appointment with them. They were really helpful, very responsible, quality services.

January 5, 2025
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Reply from We've Got The Key

Good afternoon, Najeeb,

Don't worry, you are not the first, and you are certainly not the last to do so!

I am really pleased to hear of the great experience you had. Thank you very much for your feedback. I will share your words with the team here.

Kindest regards,

Lewis
Customer Service Manager

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent

Professional, helpful and came to solve the key problem promptly.

January 6, 2025
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Reply from We've Got The Key

Good afternoon, Fiona,

We are delighted to have got you back up and running swiftly. It was our pleasure to assist you.

Thank you for taking the time and effort to share your positive experience.

Best wishes,

Lewis
Customer Services Manager

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

#STAY AWAY FROM THIS COMPANY #

#STAY AWAY FROM THIS COMPANY #
RAC to blame after my wife had issues with a door handle that had frozen and advised to contact their recommended auto locksmith .
Locksmith charged my wife £144 for a call out , ok not an issue quite expensive but if they fix the car I have to swallow it .
The car thawed out and didn’t need a repair .
My wife rang back to cancel 30 minutes later to be charged an admin fee . She was told the locksmith hadn’t left he was eating lunch and had another job .
Admin fee £60 .
RAC should have sent a technician out however on the coldest day so far it isn’t rocket science this was a frost problem .
Lock smith taking advantage of the situation as not regulated I assume .
I expect better and Will claiming the money through my credit as fraud and Mis selling . If I can be given a breakdown of what a £60 admin fee is I will be surprised by font can be justified .

January 3, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Rescued at a service station…

I locked my keys in my car at a service station and the RAC arranged for We've Got The Key to attend. They kept me fully informed, were very efficient at accessing my car, and also incredibly helpful in following up to make sure I was able to get my remote key replaced. A fantastic and friendly service. Would absolutely recommend.

December 27, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

From the 1st telephone call to the…

From the 1st telephone call to the locksmith leaving the experience was excellent. They were all customer orientated from start to finish. Highly recommend this company and will use them again if the need ever arises

December 29, 2024
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