Training For us Auto Locksmiths, Most people who use our services are in desire belief that we know absolutely everything about the Auto Mobile / Car this is absolutely incorrect. We have a small understanding of the mechanical side of the vehicle and electrical components but not a great deal. Like Anybody in whatever trade we are all still learning no matter how much we know. No One knows everything. James Cardiff Locksmith has been an established locksmith company in Cardiff for many years and still come across new problems with the same faults and a range of different conclusions.  A lot of the time vehicles don't start for some reason or other and this is automatically believed to be the Car key or immobilizer system. It is very small times we actually come to a conclusion of this actually being the right possible cause. 9 times out of 10 it has nothing to do with the keys or immobilizer system.  Our Auto Locksmiths see this on a number of occasions per week. We have decided to do some training on the Diagnostics side to give customers a better understanding of why their vehicle does not start when they have believed it to be a problem with the key or immobilization of the Car.  Training Program  We have signed up for a new learning program from established Tech topics with a wise Trainer Rob Drinkwater to hopefully get our diagnostics skills upgraded to find your vehicle / Car faults faster when they are unable to start. This is a year-long program so by the end we should have a much better chance of getting you on the road faster when your car is unable to start and which don't run into key-related issues.  So why is a locksmith doing a diagnostic course on cars, The answer is simple we attend jobs that people believe to be key-related but we know as soon as we test the key and immobilizer components it is nothing to do with them but an unrelated issue which we cant find the cause too. So we would like to give an accurate conclusion to the reasoning behind why the Car or vehicle is not starting on one visit alone. 

James Cardiff Locksmith Welcomes a New Year  We welcome everyone into the new year as much as we look forward, entering into it. After last night watching all the celebrations, we look high into knowing what this year will bring us all with high hopes arising. We will like to remind everyone to enjoy the new coming year and make time for family and friends as well as everyone self-time. One acknowledgement that we have learnt from 2021 is that time does not stand still and will not wait for anyone. Please give a little time to things you love and enjoy as time does not last forever.  On that note, we are continuing to commit 2022 as of 2021 to locksmithing for all Auto Locksmith needs and Domestic needs. With most Locksmith needs undertaken from our services at James Cardiff Locksmith. For some reason, one question which we get asked regularly is do we do Domestic works. The short answer is yes. We started out as a Domestic Locksmith before we started the trade of an Auto Locksmith we have had more years of experience doing domestic than Auto or Car locksmithing but for some reason people think James Cardiff Locksmith is an Auto Locksmith Company but we do actually so much more than Auto and Domestic. 

; Cardiff Bay is the destination this young man and his great supporters for his stag due had been locked out of. After arriving from Scotland in Cardiff and arranging to stay in an Air B and B in Cardiff Bay. Father and Son had left both of their keys back inside, the property which meant the entire host of supporters had been locked out. Not a problem after they search for locksmith Cardiff through the internet and find us. They initially said that how many they had called and been unsuccessful due to no one answering as being so late. We reassured them that we work 24 hours a day and always try to have a locksmith on hand always.  We arrived at their destination in no time within, 40 minutes of time from a phone call. We initially pulled into the street and seen so many people and how to do a quick phone call as we weren't too sure if there was some sort of party and we had arrived at the wrong address. After a quick conversation with the groom's father we realized we were in the correct location.  15 minutes later we were packing up all our tools and getting back into our locksmith service vehicle after a fast successful opening. No locks need changed or replaced as non-destructive entry was given.  The Groom, his family, friends, and all his supporters of 20 personnel were very happy of getting back in and to be out of the cold after an adventurous great night as they disclosed. 

Lost / Stolen House Keys  Our experienced locksmith was able to attend to this Door after the keys had been lost but the customer wasn't too sure if the keys might have been stolen. Within the hour James the locksmith from James Cardiff Locksmith was able to get to the location and open both locks sufficiently. 2 locks Opened  One lock being a standard Nightlatch which our locksmith service sees a lot of. We can pick these and bypass them rather quickly. The second lock being a mortice lock, This lock was a 5 lever British standard lock which is rather hard to pick and open but our locksmith service was able to open this one in a non-destructive manner within 25minuites. As the lock is also on the right-hand side of the door which makes it is rather more difficult for us to open.  2 Locks Changed  As the keys might have been stolen it was good practice for the locks to be changed rather than always having the doubt of note changing them. In this circumstance, the customer did have another set of keys inside the property but decided to have them changed regardless which our locksmiths fully supported her decision on this matter. 

Auto Locksmith - All Lost Keys Iveco Truck  With our improved locksmith skill and up to date machinery we are getting more and more advanced with our locksmithing technology and advanced locksmith techniques. We are now fully capable of programming keys into trucks. If you have lost your keys to your van / Truck please do not hesitate to call us. Even if other people and companies have failed to programme a key into the system please do not hesitate to call. Not all companies are fully equipped to manage the programming of vehicles, James Cardiff Locksmith has the knowledge base and programmes to make most jobs we attend successfully.       

Lost Keys - Lock Opened and Replaced  Today we had to attend a local school which we previously had to do work at before. The school thought of James Cardiff Locksmith as a highly reputable company as to why they used us before and now. The school local to Cardiff needed our locksmith's services due to a member of their staff losing the only key to the door pictured. As this was not an emergency they had booked us in for a convenient time.  When arrived we were taken to the room situated with the lock. We opened the lock using our specialist's tools then changed it for a replacement leaving 3 new keys with the members of staff at the school. We advise anyone who only has one key to a lock to get replacements keys cut rather than losing the only one and needing a complete lock change and opening the lock. Here at James Locksmith Cardiff, we offer a range of services one which is key cutting.     

Last Night Call - Emergency Call to board up Velux Window  Around 3 am this morning 11/03/2021 we had a call from a very distressed lady explaining how her Velux roof window had been smashed from a loose ridge tile falling off her roof onto her single story extension. As we offer a 24 hr emergency locksmiths service we also offer other emergency works around the clock which ones of also includes Emergency Boarding up.  Respond Time Of The Locksmith  After the initial answer from one of our locksmiths here at James Cardiff Locksmith, the lady was more than satisfied that one of the team would be at her home within the hour to help sort the issue of the broken window allowing all the elements into our home.  James one of our team of locksmiths arrived at the detailed address in Canton 45 minutes after the phone call and receiving the address which needed attendance.  Dealing With The Job The Emergency Locksmith, James did a quick examination of the job and discussed all options with the client and a resolution was quickly determined.  All excessive glass was removed from the broken damaged window. A 3/4 inch plyboard was cut to cover the glass area with an overhang of 4 inches on either side was given to not allow any rainfall in through small draught lines. The Plyboard was fixed directly into the top of the Velux to stop any lateral wind in lifting up the ply and taking it of the selected area. Plenty of fixings was used with the appropriate size fixings.  Completion Of Board Up  Our customer was more than satisfied with the completed job which they would later raise with the insurance company on what to do next. We tidied all-glass debris before leaving making sure no sharp or dangerous material was exposed. Here at James Cardiff Locksmith with offer more services than just an average Locksmith with our extensive range of services. Call NOW 07967725135

Doors Unlocked In Cardiff After lockdown is slowly easing, James Cardiff Locksmith is seeing an increase in the need for our locksmith services throughout Cardiff. This week we have seen a few extra calls for customers of ours getting locked out and leaving their keys inside there homes. People have been so thankful to our locksmiths for still continuing through these uncertain times. All of us here are so thankful to all keyworkers for doing their part especially the NHS and their Staff. We are extremely pleased to see things slowly going back to normal.  During a relaxing weekend which we are still on call to unlock doors, Make vehicle keys.  We have made a fabulous Cake with princess Isabella. During a relaxing weekend of only emergency work, we have had time to make one excellent cake. Congratulations Isabella on that great tasting, perfection Cake. 

Locked Your Keys In Your Car. Having locked your keys in your car is not unusual. If you find your self having done this you will certainly need some sort of expert professional. As well as a locksmith who is the indefinite people who deal with these issues mostly, some roadside breakdown recovery companies can open your vehicle. It is always worth a check if you have joined some sort of breakdown recovery to see if you are covered in your policy for them to attend to get your car keys out. James The Locksmith in Cardiff can open cars safely, Fast and Efficiently. Not always is using a non-professional person the best option due to damage to the door or vehicle you should always use a professional locksmith or competent person.    Locked Your Car Keys In Your Boot. On many of the higher-end cars such as BMW and Mercedes in particular. Having locked you Keys in your boot and being locked out is very easily done. Which many people believe would never happen to them until one day it does. A Locksmith In Cardiff Can easily open locked doors with ease and James your auto locksmith can attend your emergency when you have accidentally locked your keys in your boot. Opening Cars to gain access and retrieve keys is a simple procedure for James Locksmith Cardiff. People are under the impression that you cannot lock your keys in your car or car boot on certain cars. This is far from the truth as possible. James your local Cardiff locksmith have never currently seen any cars or vehicles which stops yours from doing this. Even if we did we would never as you to attempt or try this due to there may be some sort of sensor down or fault with the car.  In past jobs, we have seen a selected few people who have attempted this and needed our help for key retrieval after their attempt goes horribly wrong.  Please if you find yourself having done this, DO NOT PANIC.  CALL JAMES ON 07967725135