Coakleys

About Coakleys

Coakleys is a repair service and workshop located on York St in the Downtown area of London, Ontario. Serving the local community and customers across Canada and the United States, the business specializes in expert shoe repair and fine leatherwork. They offer a variety of specific treatments, including heel and sole repair, leather restoration, stitching, cleaning, foot bed repair, and zipper replacement. Beyond footwear, the shop provides professional restoration for handbags, briefcases, luggage, belts, wallets, and other leather accessories, as well as hardware repair and strap replacement. They also offer diverse maintenance services such as key cutting, watch battery replacement, knife and lawn mower blade sharpening, and rivet or snap installation. The business was established in 2014 by Gary Coakley, an expert craftsman with over 25 years of experience. Coakleys describes itself as a trusted repair expert that uses premium materials, such as Vibram soles, and time-tested techniques to restore luxury designer brands. They are an authorized Red Wing Repair Depot and an official stockist for several brands, including Boulet Boots, Loake, Lloyd Shoes, Red Wing, Rogue Hats, Barmah Hats, and Biotime. They also carry Saphir shoe care products. Customers can visit the workshop for walk-in service or utilize a mail-in repair option for those outside the immediate area. The business offers same-day service depending on the repair type and availability.