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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Courteous pre all was given 45 minutes before arrival as clarified by control upon booking the job. Locksmith as I’m aware had been all over London and Watford as far as the office had explained my wa... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service. Locksmith arrived much earlier than we expected and successfully picked the lock. When the keys were not found in the boot, as expected he encouraged us to search the surrounding area a... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Looking Locksmith arrived within the time limit provided and carried out the work very quickly allowing me to get back to my day. Very nice person polite and trustworthy Must commend the call ce... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Both the RAC and Soter went the extra mile to get the Locksmith Jamie to us. We live in a remote area are elderly and rely on our car. Jamie tackled the difficult problem of a snapped key with no se... See more

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  1. Insurance Agency
  2. Emergency Locksmith Service

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Formed in 2011, Soter manages ancillary insurance products for the broker, insurer and affinity markets. Soter’s Norwich based contact centre operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, resourced with a professional and friendly workforce. Soter has enjoyed considerable growth since 2011 and currently work with some of the biggest names in the UK insurance market. The key to our success; working to the values of being responsive, real and reaching for the stars.


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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Extortionate

Extortionate. this company is an agent only - search for local tradespeople and contract directly. Feel totally ripped off: was charged well over THREE TIMES the rate if I had gone directly (£222 versus £65)

The company seems to go by three different names hence my review under three names

22 January 2023
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We came home from holiday to find that…

We came home from holiday to find that both sets of keys for my car had been lost. The car was in the garage and locked, being the type of car that only the agents could attend to, the replacement had to come from o/seas.
Soter couldn't have been more helpful; replacement keys were ordered. The keys have arrived and Soter have already settled the claim.
A pleasure to deal with.

9 February 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Crap managers

Crap managers , only care about 1 thing, money in their pockets. They don't care about customer service or your car if some goes wrong.
Be careful, best go to your dealership

2 January 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Key services for immobile car.

Don’t ask me how but the blade fell out of my key for a Kia.

RAC referred me to locksmiths working out of this call centre. I was lucky enough to get Mohamed on 19th November at nearly midnight.

Well you feel a bit of a fool when a blade just falls out of the key but he talked me through my options, upfront about costs, and was humanity personified. Made me laugh under difficult circumstances when I needed to get away urgently.

Thoroughly recommended.

19 November 2023
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Absolutely disgusting service!

Absolutely disgusting service!
Left me stranded in the middle of nowhere with no vehicle for weeks because of their shockingly awful service and communication!
They sent 3 locksmiths over 3 weeks. The first locksmith had a key sent for my car from citreon 2/3 days after attending my vehicle and failing to program one himself but the office wouldn't let the locksmith drop it to me, instead they sent a different locksmith to try again. This locksmith couldn't even get in my car and then broke my door lock by forcing the dust cap.
The office tried telling me I would need new parts for my car as they can't program and this would all be covered. They then said it wouldn't be covered and I'd need to pay them for the new ignition barrell (which I didn't actually need).
13 days after the first locksmith had attended he was finally allowed to return to bring me the key he had had waiting for 11 days. Guess what it worked. He said to me do you want to know what's annoying, I've had this key for weeks and they wouldn't let me bring it to you as they said the case was closed and being dealt with'
When I complained multiple times my complaint 'was being investigated' but didn't actually get officially logged with complaints until weeks after my first complaint.
They have now said they will not compensate me for the parking I had to unnecessarily pay for as car was stuck in a carpark, the taxis I had to pay for just to get to a shop, the stress and lies I had to endure, the loss of earnings due to being isolated in the middle of nowhere due to Soters bad service or the lock they broke.
Absolutely the WORST company and service I have EVER come across. Disgusted is an understatement.
I am now having to go to the Ombudsman to get them to help hold Soter accountable.

9 September 2023
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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Left car keys on holiday.Quick and easy to use

Quick and easy to use. Good to be able to track the engineer and see how far away he was took the stress out of the experience.

28 September 2023
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Reply from Soter

Hi Anthony,

We attempt to work with precision pace on all we do, and I am glad you found the tracking helpful. Please let us know what more we can do to earn that 5*!

Many thanks,
Cameron

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

5* company

5* company, can't recommend them enough, they kept me informed as to who was coming out to me and how long they was going to be etc. They came and got straight on with the job of opening my car as keys was locked in the boot, very easy to get on with and very professional at what they do, was in my car within no time to my relief. Hopefully will not need them again but if I did would definitely call this company.

28 September 2023
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Reply from Soter

Hi Dawn,

We really appreciate your glowing review and will make sure any relevant agents involved are shown your kind words. Let us know what more we can do!

Many thanks,
Cameron

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

My puppy chewed my chrysler keyfob I…

My puppy chewed my chrysler keyfob I rang up to arrange replacement they said they can't do it and find a dealership chrysler don't have any dealerships now iv got to find a locksmith to give me a quote on headed paper so that they can approve it what do you pay insurance for now am stuck with a car no key I've found a locksmith quoted 225 but because its verble quote they won't cover it what a rip off company part of Sheila's wheels

26 September 2023
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service

Great service. Locksmith arrived much earlier than we expected and successfully picked the lock. When the keys were not found in the boot, as expected he encouraged us to search the surrounding area and assisted. The keys were found, to our enormous relief, and we continued our journey, arriving only 90 mins later than scheduled. We are extremely grateful & thoroughly recommend this service.

23 September 2023
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Reply from Soter

Hi Patrick,

We really enjoyed reading this review. Our locksmiths aren't just experts in their field, but also compassionate and try to go above and beyond wherever they can. We thank you for your recommendation and are happy to be of service.

Many thanks,
Cameron

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The speed you dealt with the call came…

The speed you dealt with the call came out to me in under half hour the weather was nasty. But that did not put him off he saved my day and I would recommend to everyone 💯 great great service thank you so much...

22 September 2023
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Reply from Soter

Hi Customer,

Come rain or shine, we will be there if you are in need. Pleasure to assist!

Many thanks,
Cameron

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Charlie turned up a little later than…

Charlie turned up a little later than expected but sorted out the problem within 15 minutes

23 September 2023
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Reply from Soter

Hi Philip,

I am glad to hear our expert locksmith was able to resolve the situation in quick time. We do aim to provide precision and pace in all we do, unfortunately delays can happen and we do all we can to avoid this.

Many thanks,
Cameron

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very efficient service after losing my…

Very efficient service after losing my key . Locksmith very professional

23 September 2023
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Reply from Soter

Hi Martin,

We are pleased to hear you found the locksmith professional. A lot of work goes in to becoming an expert and are happy you found their service efficient.

Many thanks,
Cameron

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Good service

Good service. Knowledgeable

20 September 2023
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Reply from Soter

Dear Murtaza,

Thank you for your brief and polite review. We will be happy to help you with any other issues in the future.

Kind regards,
Cameron

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