Family-run, independent, and proud to serve Dorset, Hampshire and Salisbury — 24/7, non-destructive, no call-out fee.
Our story
We started as a local high-street store called Customate, at the entrance of the Richmond Gardens shopping centre in 2010 — you may remember it. We offered repairs to car locks, mobile phones, iPads and other devices.
Since 2019 we specialise on getting our customers back into their vehicles fast so they can get back home, fast.
Even though not ideal, you will never need to panic again if you are stranded in Tesco's with your ice lollies melting away in your bag-for-life, or feel silly for leaving your keys in your car as it sits there on your front drive.
Don't worry — we have seen it all.
People
Experience with vehicle locks, commitment to service, and a compassionate understanding of the distress caused by vehicle lockouts.
Steve Handyside
Owner
Started Customate in 2010 and then Auto Locksmith Specialists in 2019 — 15+ years experience.
Matt Brooks
Auto locksmith specialist
Covering Hampshire
This could be you!
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We are always on the lookout for enthusiastic young technicians or career changers in the south of England.
What our customers across Dorset & Hampshire say
lillymanci
Had damage to both sets of my Bentley car keys. Auto locksmith specialists in Bournemouth went above and beyond to help me out by repairing both sets very quickly and at a great & comprehensive price . Fantastic service from start to finish would highly recommend them and would definitely use again !! Shawn
Daniel Swann
I was down in Bournemouth for the weekend when I lost my keys. I called up Auto Locksmith Specialists, they sent out a guy called Matt who helped me get back in my car. Matt was a lovely lad, and I was very impressed he managed to get me into my car without my keys! They also cut me a key! 10/10 would recommend👍🏼
Rae Adby
Really prompt, efficient call out from Matt. Cut a spare key for a van - no issues. Would highly recommend this company.
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