Sids Shoe Surgery

Sids Shoe Surgery in Richmond has been sorting out locals with locksmith and key cutting services for over 35 years. While the name might suggest they only fix shoes, owner Chris is a master locksmith who handles everything from car keys to house locks, and customers regularly mention his expertise and honest approach. The automotive locksmith side of the business gets plenty of attention in reviews. Chris cuts keys for cars, motorbikes (including tricky KTM bike keys), and even caravans, often while you wait. One customer saved over $400 by getting a VW car key cut and programmed here for $150 instead of the dealership's $570 quote, Chris transferred the chip from the broken original and had it working perfectly. He's also equipped to handle transponder keys, proximity keys, and car remote shells with up-to-date cutting equipment. For residential locksmith work, Chris provides house key cutting, locker keys, safe keys, and lock repairs. He's even known to make home visits when needed, one reviewer mentioned he came out free of charge to set up a garage remote when they couldn't get it working themselves. That kind of service has earned Sids Shoe Surgery a perfect 5.0-star Google rating from 35 reviews. Beyond locksmith services, the shop offers engraving, watch battery installation, and yes, actual shoe repairs. They stock RM Williams accessories too. Located right in Richmond and open Saturdays until 1pm, it's the sort of local business where you can get multiple jobs done in one visit. Chris runs the place with a no-nonsense attitude and clearly knows his craft, making it a reliable option for locksmith services across the Richmond area without the dealer markup.