Locksmith FAQ — Fuengirola & Mijas

I'm Santiago, an APFC-certified locksmith and one of the best-rated in Fuengirola, with 5.0 stars on Google and over 200 real reviews. I attend in person (no call centers), 24 hours, with a fixed price before starting and an invoice. I rank first on Google for “cerrajero fuengirola”, but what really speaks for me is my customers’ reviews.

A door opening starts from €80, call-out included within Fuengirola and Mijas. I always give a fixed price before touching the lock. Distrust the “from €15” adverts — it is bait and the invoice shoots up.

For most emergencies I arrive within 20 to 30 minutes anywhere in Fuengirola and Mijas, depending on traffic and area.

Yes. I work 24 hours, every day of the year, including nights, weekends and public holidays.

Yes. In the vast majority of openings I use techniques that do not damage the door or lock. Only in extreme cases might the cylinder need replacing, and I always explain it first.

Yes. I serve the international community in English, and the website has a full English version. Many of my clients are British and expats in Fuengirola and Mijas.

All of Fuengirola (Town Centre, Los Boliches, Los Pacos, Torreblanca, Carvajal, Marina, Castillo Sohail) and all of Mijas (Las Lagunas, Mijas Pueblo, La Cala de Mijas, La Cala Hills, El Faro, El Coto). Also Benalmádena and Marbella.

For security I ask for ID (DNI/NIE) and a document proving the home is yours or that you are authorised (rental contract, deeds or a utility bill).

Yes, cash and card (debit or credit). I always carry a mobile card reader.

In many cases yes: most policies cover the lock change after a break-in, lost keys or being locked out. I give an invoice ready for your insurer so claiming is easy.

A high-security cylinder designed to resist bumping, a technique that opens ordinary cylinders in seconds. It usually adds anti-pick and anti-drill protection and a property card so nobody copies your key without permission.

A reinforced door is a wooden door strengthened with steel sheet; an armoured door is all steel, with a steel frame anchored to the wall and a multipoint lock. The armoured door is considerably safer.

Yes, with non-destructive techniques that keep the safe usable. The guide price starts from €120 depending on the type and difficulty. I need ID and proof of ownership.

Yes. I install and configure Ajax alarms, among the most secure on the market, with no compulsory monthly fee (phone alerts are free; a monitoring station is optional). I fit it in person, with no works.

Yes. I am an APFC-certified locksmith and a forensic locksmith court expert. My reports meet the requirements to be presented as expert evidence.

Yes, always. A detailed invoice, valid for insurance, communities and businesses.

Yes. Send a photo of your lock, cylinder or door to 650 53 34 56 and I will give you a guide price straight away, no obligation.