Locksmith in Amsterdam
From the Jordaan to IJburg and from Noord to De Pijp: I come quickly to every district. Damage-free opening where possible and always a price agreed in advance.
A locksmith who really knows Amsterdam
Amsterdam is no easy city for a service van: narrow canals, one-way streets and parking spaces that simply don't exist. That's why I'm quick on my feet. I'm at a canal house in the centre, a porch flat in West or a new-build apartment on IJburg within minutes — without first spending half an hour looking for a parking spot.
Amsterdam's housing stock is also very diverse. Old buildings often have sticking doors and outdated cylinders, while new builds usually have multi-point locks. I bring tools and materials that suit your type of home, so I can solve the problem in a single visit.
How can I help you in Amsterdam?
Emergency opening
Locked out in Amsterdam? I open your door without damage where possible.
From €89Cylinder replacement
With lost keys or an outdated lock I fit a new, secure cylinder.
From €99Burglary prevention
SKG locks and anti-cylinder-pulling hardware, tailored to your home in Amsterdam.
From €149Active in every Amsterdam district
I work throughout Amsterdam: Centrum, West, Nieuw-West, Noord, Oost, Zuid and Zuidoost. Whether you're locked out in De Pijp, want a cylinder replaced in Oud-West or are looking for burglary prevention for your home in Buitenveldert — I plan my route practically around your location and keep you updated along the way.
For homeowners' associations, landlords and small businesses in Amsterdam too, I handle lock replacement and security advice. One point of contact, clear agreements and tidy work.
Locksmith Jordaan
Narrow streets and historic buildings: I'm quickly at every door in the Jordaan.
View the neighbourhood page →Locksmith De Pijp
Apartments and shared entrances around the Albert Cuyp — fast on site, even on market days.
View the neighbourhood page →Locksmith Oud-West
From the Kinkerbuurt to the Overtoom: upstairs apartments, shared street doors and fresh renovations.
View the neighbourhood page →Locksmith Amsterdam-Noord
Via the IJ tunnel quickly in the Vogelbuurt, at NDSM and in all the garden villages.
View the neighbourhood page →Locksmith Amsterdam-Zuid
From townhouses in Oud-Zuid to the Zuidas and Buitenveldert: fast opening and solid security.
View the neighbourhood page →Locksmith Amsterdam-Oost
Dapperbuurt, Indische Buurt, Watergraafsmeer and IJburg — the whole district, out to the islands.
View the neighbourhood page →Frequently asked questions — locksmith Amsterdam
What if you can't get the door open? Do I still pay?
No. In the unlikely event that I can't get you back inside, you pay nothing — no call-out charge and no labour costs. You only pay once the problem is solved. With a door that has slammed shut the chance of success is very high; if anything more is unexpectedly needed, I always discuss that with you first.
How quickly are you in my district?
I move smoothly through the city, even during rush hour. I aim to be on site within 30 minutes; at the first contact you'll hear a concrete arrival time for your district straight away.
Can you also open old doors in canal houses?
Yes. Older Amsterdam buildings often have sticking doors and outdated hardware. I open without damage where possible and advise when replacement is wiser.
Do you also work for homeowners' associations and landlords in Amsterdam?
Yes. For homeowners' associations, landlords and property managers I handle lock replacement, keyed-alike cylinders and security advice, with clear agreements and a single point of contact.
What does a locksmith in Amsterdam cost?
With me a standard emergency opening starts at €89 during the day, €119 in the evening and €149 at night. Material or drilling is only added after your approval — you hear the total price in advance.
Do I need to prove that I live there?
Yes, that's part of working carefully. For an emergency opening I always ask for ID or other proof that you're entitled to access the home.