Like the idiot that I am, I've managed to lose all keys to my main front door lock. Am I correct in thinking that whilst repairing a damaged lock may be tricky, replacing one from scratch might be straight forward? I'm looking at a tradesman's bill potentially in the region of several hundred quid which I don't have. Any advice/guidance that could be offered would really be appreciated. The lock is an 'Asec'.
My mortice lock broke & I was locked out. Managed to get in through a window & called a locksmith. It was a weekend, he came out and replaced the lock (incl 3 new keys). It was a few years ago - he wanted £55 but neither of us could split a a tenner so he let me off with £50.
You will have to get a locksmith to put a new lock in the door. It is not very expensive, and then make sure to get two extra spare keys cut for back ups.