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Public evidence profile · Checked May 2026

The Key Shop

LocksmithJohannesburg4.994 reviews · 1 independent public source
Trust Score
57out of 100
Good record, gaps to check
  • Rated 4.9 from 94 reviews
How this score is worked out
Rating4.9 / 5
Review volume94
Independent sources1 independent public source
CredentialsNo credentials shown yet

How this score is made up

What customers say43.2 of 66.9
Independent checks13.8 of 16.2
Track record0 of 16.9
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  • Ways to reach them13.8 of 16.2

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Reviews · public evidence

What customers say

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4.9out of 5
94 reviews in public evidence
Where these reviews are published
  • TradePages94 reviews · 4.9 avg
Local context

Rated 4.9, above the local average for locksmiths in Johannesburg

Across 23 locksmiths in Johannesburg, the typical rating is 4.8 out of 5. We compare against the same businesses a homeowner would find searching for this trade locally.

Sources

Where this information comes from

1 named public source

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Public evidence last checked May 2026

About

24/7 lockout assistance for homes and cars. Expert locksmith services including key cutting and lockout needs.

Services they list

24/7 Emergency AssistanceKey CuttingLockout Assistance for CarsLockout Assistance for HomesLocksmith Services

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Your own checks

What to check before you hire

Worth checking yourself
Their public evidence comes from a single source. Look them up on another site before deciding.
No credentials are shown here and the business has not claimed this profile. Ask to see certificates and insurance directly.
Get the call-out fee AND the total price agreed in writing before they set off. Emergency locksmith overcharging is a common complaint.
Be wary of anyone who insists on drilling the lock straight away: most locks can be picked open, and drilling then selling a replacement is a known upsell.
In South Africa, electrical work must be signed off with a Certificate of Compliance (CoC) issued by a registered person. Insist on the CoC, and for plumbing look for PIRB or IOPSA registration, because without a valid CoC a future home-insurance claim can be refused.

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Common questions about The Key Shop

Is The Key Shop a legitimate business?

The Key Shop has 94 independent public reviews, rated 4.9 out of 5. This is independent public evidence gathered from named public sources (no ads, no paid placement), not a guarantee of workmanship. If anything here is out of date, the business can request a correction.

What do customers say about The Key Shop?

The Key Shop has 94 public reviews, averaging 4.9 out of 5. The reviews section shows the aggregate rating, review volume, and review source information we hold.

How do I know The Key Shop's reviews are genuine?

The Key Shop's 94 public reviews come from a named public review source. MyTrustedTraders brings this public evidence together with no ads and no paid placement: we show the review source information and aggregate rating we hold rather than selling rankings, so you can weigh the evidence for yourself.

What does The Key Shop specialise in?

The Key Shop lists specialist services including 24/7 Emergency Assistance, Key Cutting, Lockout Assistance for Cars, Lockout Assistance for Homes, Locksmith Services. If your job is one of these, look for it in their listed services or ask them to confirm for your project.

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