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Yale Lock Replacement Oxford Night Latches and Cylinders
Whether your Yale is the brass latch on a wooden door, a cylinder in a uPVC door or a Conexis style smart lock, we work out which one you have and replace it like for like.
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Tell us what you need and we will call you straight back. Calling is quickest: 07520 644 595. Photos by WhatsApp: 07466 695655
Brand or nickname?
We check whether it is a genuine Yale or just the latch everyone calls a Yale.
Platinum cylinders
Yale TS007 3-star euro cylinders for uPVC and composite doors.
Yale smart locks
Faults on Conexis and similar smart locks diagnosed from £75.
Like for like first
Same footprint, same holes, so the door face is left untouched.
Our Yale lock replacement service in Oxford swaps worn or compromised Yale night latches, Yale euro cylinders and Yale smart lock parts like for like, usually the same day and within 10 to 30 minutes of your call inside the city, from £65 plus the part. Send a photo first and we bring the matching model, so there are no new holes in your door.
The tricky part is that “Yale lock” means different things to different people. Sorting that out on the phone is what gets the right part in the van.
What do people mean by a Yale lock?
Linus Yale Jr patented a compact pin tumbler cylinder in the 1860s, and the company bearing his name made it the standard British front door latch. The name stuck so firmly that many people now call any round-cylinder latch on a wooden door “a Yale”, whatever is stamped on it. Some also use it for any key that looks like a flat house key.
When you ring us about a Yale, we ask three quick questions:
- What is the door made of? Timber usually means a nightlatch. uPVC or composite usually means a euro cylinder inside a multipoint lock.
- What does the key say? A genuine Yale key normally shows the Yale name on the bow. Unbranded or other names mean a generic lock.
- Is there a keypad or app? If so, it is a smart lock and the fault may not be mechanical at all.
If your latch is a different brand, the general guide to latches, backsets and security grades is on our rim lock and night latch page.
The Yale product families we replace
Yale nightlatches
The traditional brass or silver latch, plus deadlocking versions and a British Standard model sold in Yale’s higher security range. Model numbers such as 89 and 85 are often printed on the box or case.
Yale rim cylinders
The round cylinder on the outside of the latch, joined by a flat connecting bar. If only the keys are the problem, this part can often be changed without touching the latch body.
Yale euro cylinders
Standard Yale cylinders and the Platinum range, rated TS007 3-star, for uPVC and composite doors with a multipoint lock.
Yale smart locks
Conexis L1 and L2 on many multipoint doors, and app-linked models such as Linus that fit over a cylinder. Compatibility depends on the door, so we check before you buy.
Replace a Yale lock like for like or upgrade?
Like for like is the cheapest and neatest option. A Yale nightlatch case, cylinder and keep share screw positions with many other latches, and Yale euro cylinders follow the standard euro profile, so the door rarely needs any cutting.
| Your current Yale | Like for like | Worth upgrading to |
|---|---|---|
| Traditional nightlatch on a wooden door | Same model, same backset | A deadlocking or British Standard Yale latch |
| Basic Yale euro cylinder | Same length cylinder | Yale Platinum TS007 3-star |
| Rim cylinder only, keys lost | New rim cylinder keyed to new keys | Not usually needed if the latch is sound |
| Smart lock with a faulty handle or motor | Repair where parts exist | Manufacturer replacement unit |
For uPVC doors, the cylinder is the first thing a burglar targets. Our page on anti-snap cylinder upgrades explains why a 3-star rating matters, and the euro cylinder replacement service covers measuring cylinder length correctly.
Lost your Yale keys?
If the keys went with a bag or a former partner, the fix depends on which Yale you have. For a nightlatch, a new rim cylinder is often enough: the latch body stays, the outside cylinder changes, and the old keys stop working. For a uPVC door, the euro cylinder is replaced in about fifteen minutes once the door is open.
Locked outside as well? We open the door first using non-destructive methods, then change the cylinder on the same visit. That combined job is covered by our lockout service. If you just need more copies of a working Yale key, extra keys cost £8 to £25 each.
Yale keys are not all the same
Yale has several key profiles across its ranges. Platinum cylinders often come with a key card and restricted copies, which is part of their protection. Keep the card somewhere safe and away from the keys.
Signs your Yale needs replacing rather than servicing
Plenty of tired Yale latches only need cleaning and a drop of the right lubricant. These are the signs that a swap is the better spend:
- The key has to be jiggled or pulled slightly out before it turns, even after cleaning.
- The brass cylinder face is worn shiny and the keyway looks rounded at the edges.
- The latch rattles in its case or the snib no longer holds it back.
- The door was attacked and the cylinder now sits loose or crooked.
- Nobody knows how many copies of the key are out there, for example after buying a flat in Headington or Botley.
If it is only stiff, a key won’t turn call at £45 to £75 is often enough, and our door lock repair team work on a no fix, no fee basis.
Yale smart locks: faults and what we can fix
Smart locks bring different faults. The most common calls we get are low battery warnings ignored until the lock stops, a handle that lifts but will not throw the multipoint lock, and an app that lost connection after a phone or router change.
- Battery died. Most Yale smart locks keep a mechanical key or an external emergency power point. We help regain entry without damage.
- Door not throwing fully. Often the door has dropped and the motor cannot push the multipoint bolts home. Adjusting the door, explained on our uPVC door lock page, often cures it.
- Unit faulty. If the electronics have failed, the manufacturer’s warranty may be the better route, and we will tell you so.
Smart lock or keypad repairs cost £75 to £145. For a wider look at whether smart and digital locks suit your home, read our guide to digital door locks in Oxfordshire.
Yale lock replacement in Oxford: how a visit runs
Tell us the door type and send a photo of the lock and key by WhatsApp. We confirm the exact Yale part, agree a fixed price, and give an arrival time from our base on Woodstock Road. On the doorstep we fit, test every key from inside and out, check the door closes cleanly, and leave an itemised invoice with the model fitted. Prices include VAT and labour; the lock or cylinder is listed separately. The full range of jobs we cover is on our Oxford locksmith services page.
Yale lock replacement prices
Labour and VAT included; the Yale part is shown separately once we know the exact model.
| Service | Price | What's included |
|---|---|---|
| Nightlatch (Yale-style rim lock) fitting | £75 to £95 + lock £30 to £60 | Traditional, deadlocking or British Standard |
| Front/back door lock change (euro cylinder) | £65 to £85 + lock £25 to £40 | 3 keys included, same day |
| Anti-snap cylinder upgrade (TS007 3-star) | £95 to £135 + cylinder £50 to £120 | Yale Platinum or equivalent |
| Smart lock or keypad repair | £75 to £145 | Conexis and other smart locks |
| Extra keys | £8 to £25 per key | Standard Yale profiles |
Prices include VAT and labour. Parts are listed separately. See the full Oxford locksmith price list.
