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Porch Pro Headshot Mobile 24/7 Quick Locksmith
Serves Ashburn, Virginia
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Porch Pro Headshot Artie's Lock & Key
Serves Ashburn, Virginia
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Full Service Locksmith, Residential, Commercial, Safes, Auto locksmith. We come to you or you can come to us. Visit our store at 10378 Fairfax Blvd, Fairfax, VA 22030
Full Service Locksmith, Residential, Commercial, Safes, Auto locksmith. We come to you or you can come to us. Visit our store at 10378 Fairfax Blvd, Fairfax, VA 22030
Porch Pro Headshot Area Safe & Lock Service
Serves Ashburn, Virginia
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Receive effective locksmith services when you need them by calling our locksmith company in Alexandria, Virginia. Area Safe & Lock Service is a full-service locksmith company providing security hardware to residential and commercial businesses in Alexandria, Arlington, and the surrounding metropolit...Read more about Area Safe & Lock Service
Receive effective locksmith services when you need them by calling our locksmith company in Alexandria, Virginia. Area Safe & Lock Service is a full-service locksmith company providing security hardware to residential and commercial businesses in Alexandria, Arlington, and the surrounding metropolit...Read more about Area Safe & Lock Service
Porch Pro Headshot Sanders Masonry & Remodeling, Inc.
Serves Ashburn, Virginia
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Sanders Home Improvement LLC has been paying very close to detail and providing nothing but the best workmanship, craftsmanship, skill, experience and good integrity in every project we do. With 20 plus years of experience and a countless number of happy customers along the way. We extend our hardwo...Read more about Sanders Masonry & Remodeling, Inc.
Sanders Home Improvement LLC has been paying very close to detail and providing nothing but the best workmanship, craftsmanship, skill, experience and good integrity in every project we do. With 20 plus years of experience and a countless number of happy customers along the way. We extend our hardwo...Read more about Sanders Masonry & Remodeling, Inc.
Porch Pro Headshot American Emergency Locksmith
Serves Ashburn, Virginia
American Emergency Locksmith - Lock And Key Services Love To Unlock Locked Locks American Emergency Locksmith is proud of being the leading locksmiths in Alexandria, VA for emergency services. If you need to change a lock or duplicate a key, we are here for you. With a locksmith team, available for ...Read more about American Emergency Locksmith
American Emergency Locksmith - Lock And Key Services Love To Unlock Locked Locks American Emergency Locksmith is proud of being the leading locksmiths in Alexandria, VA for emergency services. If you need to change a lock or duplicate a key, we are here for you. With a locksmith team, available for ...Read more about American Emergency Locksmith
Porch Pro Headshot Washington DC Locksmith
Serves Ashburn, Virginia
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Washington DC locksmith will help provide the best lock services. All types of locks that are needed; residential, automotive, commercial locks. We will help install these locks and help you in times of emergency to get through them.
Washington DC locksmith will help provide the best lock services. All types of locks that are needed; residential, automotive, commercial locks. We will help install these locks and help you in times of emergency to get through them.
Porch Pro Headshot Wilson Brothers Locksmith Annandale VA
We are Wilson Brothers Locksmith! A family owned and operated business by licensed and trained locksmiths since 2006. In that time we have earned the trust and respect of the Annandale community and have been faithfully servicing it. We believe in the power of training and loyalty. Training, of ...Read more about Wilson Brothers Locksmith Annandale VA
We are Wilson Brothers Locksmith! A family owned and operated business by licensed and trained locksmiths since 2006. In that time we have earned the trust and respect of the Annandale community and have been faithfully servicing it. We believe in the power of training and loyalty. Training, of ...Read more about Wilson Brothers Locksmith Annandale VA
Porch Pro Headshot Northern Virginia Locksmith
Serves Ashburn, Virginia
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"I recently had to use them, when visiting my grandmother. We needed to get into the shed in the back that they had lost the key for forever ago! Luckily we called the right company! Everyone involved seemed to sympathize with my situation and was very efficient. They technician not only opened the ...Read more about Northern Virginia Locksmith
"I recently had to use them, when visiting my grandmother. We needed to get into the shed in the back that they had lost the key for forever ago! Luckily we called the right company! Everyone involved seemed to sympathize with my situation and was very efficient. They technician not only opened the ...Read more about Northern Virginia Locksmith
Porch Pro Headshot locksmith4you
Serves Ashburn, Virginia
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Our family warm business is loving person and love to help, so we want our customers to be satisfied and come back to us with any locks problem they have our services: RESIDENTIAL * COMMERCIAL * AUTOMOTIVE HOME LOCKOUT CAR LOCKOUT CHANGE LOCKS REPAIR & RE-KEY KEY COPIES LOCK SALES CARS KEY TRANSPON...Read more about locksmith4you
Our family warm business is loving person and love to help, so we want our customers to be satisfied and come back to us with any locks problem they have our services: RESIDENTIAL * COMMERCIAL * AUTOMOTIVE HOME LOCKOUT CAR LOCKOUT CHANGE LOCKS REPAIR & RE-KEY KEY COPIES LOCK SALES CARS KEY TRANSPON...Read more about locksmith4you
Porch Pro Headshot Best Garage Door Locksmith
Serves Ashburn, Virginia
GARAGE DOOR REPAIRS & INSTALLATIONS IN VIRGINIA DC & MARYLAND: We can service any problem (both residential and commercial) such as broken springs, rollers and tracks, broken brackets/hinges, off-track doors, and more. LOCKSMITH SERVICES IN VIRGINIA DC & MARYLAND: From lockout services to lock c...Read more about Best Garage Door Locksmith
GARAGE DOOR REPAIRS & INSTALLATIONS IN VIRGINIA DC & MARYLAND: We can service any problem (both residential and commercial) such as broken springs, rollers and tracks, broken brackets/hinges, off-track doors, and more. LOCKSMITH SERVICES IN VIRGINIA DC & MARYLAND: From lockout services to lock c...Read more about Best Garage Door Locksmith
Porch Pro Headshot Locksmith Leesburg VA
Serves Ashburn, Virginia
We, Locksmith Leesburg VA, 24 hour emergency service available any time. Whether or not or not you are barred out of Your Home, automotive or work, we'll Get You Back within. We give services like broken locks; lost or broken spring and much extra for business, residential services.
We, Locksmith Leesburg VA, 24 hour emergency service available any time. Whether or not or not you are barred out of Your Home, automotive or work, we'll Get You Back within. We give services like broken locks; lost or broken spring and much extra for business, residential services.
Porch Pro Headshot Locksmith in Hyattsville
Serves Ashburn, Virginia
If you are looking for a professional locksmith in Hyattsville, MD area, then you are at the right place. Locksmith in Hyattsville is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and even on weekends & holidays for your locksmith needs. We specialize in automotive, commercial and residential locksmith se...Read more about Locksmith in Hyattsville
If you are looking for a professional locksmith in Hyattsville, MD area, then you are at the right place. Locksmith in Hyattsville is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and even on weekends & holidays for your locksmith needs. We specialize in automotive, commercial and residential locksmith se...Read more about Locksmith in Hyattsville
Porch Pro Headshot Morgan Family Locksmith
Serves Ashburn, Virginia
Morgan Family Locksmith has been in business and servicing local customers for over 5 years. We provide a full array of security solutions in the Burke, VA area. We assist customers in the 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Our jobs range from emergency, automotive, commercial, industrial and residentia...Read more about Morgan Family Locksmith
Morgan Family Locksmith has been in business and servicing local customers for over 5 years. We provide a full array of security solutions in the Burke, VA area. We assist customers in the 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Our jobs range from emergency, automotive, commercial, industrial and residentia...Read more about Morgan Family Locksmith
Porch Pro Headshot Hercules Safe & Lock
Serves Ashburn, Virginia
Hercules Safe & Lock serves Chantilly offering emergency lockout assistance, safe-cracking, key cutting, and other services. Call them if you are searching for a locksmith.
Hercules Safe & Lock serves Chantilly offering emergency lockout assistance, safe-cracking, key cutting, and other services. Call them if you are searching for a locksmith.
Porch Pro Headshot Cintron Safe & Lock
Serves Ashburn, Virginia
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Porch Pro Headshot Locksmith Ashburn VA
Serves Ashburn, Virginia
Whether you are looking to securing your house or business, call for Locksmith Ashburn VA. We are cost effective and use only the best gear. Call us NOW!
Whether you are looking to securing your house or business, call for Locksmith Ashburn VA. We are cost effective and use only the best gear. Call us NOW!
Porch Pro Headshot Locksmith Lansdowne VA
Serves Ashburn, Virginia
No matter what form of lock-related emergency scenario you are in, Locksmith Lansdowne VA Service involves the rescue. We are open 24/7 for emergency demand. Call us for gratis estimate.
No matter what form of lock-related emergency scenario you are in, Locksmith Lansdowne VA Service involves the rescue. We are open 24/7 for emergency demand. Call us for gratis estimate.
Porch Pro Headshot Mr. Key DMV
Serves Ashburn, Virginia
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Frequently asked questions about locksmiths

Do you need a locksmith to change locks?

Hiring a professional locksmith to change your locks is the best way to make sure your house is secure. Though some people attempt a DIY job, it can result in a poorly installed lock that doesn’t fit well. It can also result in a lock that doesn’t function properly or damage to the door frame due to unnecessary drilling or other errors.

Having a professional change your locks is beneficial for many reasons:

Your local locksmith will have specialized tools to get the job done, which you may not have on hand. For example, if your lock needs to be picked, they might use a rake, tension z-wrench, a hook, or even a half-diamond.

A locksmith employs trained techniques to ensure the lock is long-lasting and to prevent damage. They use skills like bumping to nudge out a pin tumbler lock or a drill to remove old locks and install a more heavy-duty system.

A professional locksmith can install a new deadbolt to increase the security of your home.

A locksmith can also rekey or replace your current lock system if necessary. They can repair broken locks, install high-security lock systems like deadbolts or touch pads, and get into a locked car, safe, or shed. If your locks need to be replaced or updated, your local locksmith can do that too.

Is it cheaper to change the locks or rekey?

In many cases, a rekey is a better idea than changing the locks. It’s just as efficient and is much more economical. Some locksmiths may try to convince you to get a whole new lock when it is just the internal lock system that needs to be changed.

When you speak to a local locksmith near you, ask them if it’s possible to rekey your existing lock first. It’s possible to have the lock rekeyed without having the original. That means if you lose the keys to your house or safe and don’t want to risk having the keys compromised, your locksmith can rekey your current lock to have a whole new fit.

The locksmith can get into your current lock by doing the following steps:

  • Use special tools to pick and shim the lock.
  • Remove the lock cylinder, pins, and tumblers.
  • Adjust the pins inside the lock, rendering the current set of keys useless.
  • Replace the locks with a different combination
  • Reinstall the lock.
  • Give you a new set of keys that will fit into the newly structured lock.

How do I find a locksmith I can trust?

There are ways to tell if you’ve found a reliable locksmith. A locksmith company will likely have reviews and information on their website, while a private local locksmith may give an estimate specific to the job.

When you start making calls to find your new go-to locksmith, ask them about their experience, references, and credentials. If they’re upfront with you on the phone and willing to produce the paperwork you ask for, you’ve probably found a trustworthy locksmith.

Here are some more specific tips for finding a trustworthy local locksmith:

  • Research - Do an online search for “locksmiths near me” to see what your options are. Usually, the ones that come up first are the most popular, but they also charge more.
  • Examples of work - Check to see if they have examples of previous work done.
  • Reviews - Read what others have said about top-rated locksmiths.
  • BBB rating - Ask the locksmith for their business credentials and ratings to ensure they are up-to-date on their licensing.
  • Their estimate - While it’s fine if a quote is in the lower range of the average, if the estimate is much lower than estimates from other locksmiths, be aware there might be a reason for it.

How much does it cost to change the locks?

It costs on average between $100 and $250 to change the locks on your home. The price of the lock varies depending on the style, manufacturer, and material. The cost of the new lock itself can range from $70 to $225 or more, and the labor will cost between $70 and $100 per hour.

The cost to rekey a lock is between $30 and $60 per lock, which will come to between $80 and $160 with labor. This is a great option that many people don’t consider, as it is less costly than changing the lock. In some cases this doesn't work, like if the existing lock is too old or if you want a new system, such as a bolt or keypad installed.

Common factors that will affect the cost to change locks:

The type of work that needs to be done. If your internal lock system needs to be swapped out, it won’t take as long as if the whole system is removed and replaced. If the lock is rusty or hard to get at, your costs will increase if additional tools are needed. Your local locksmith will include specific information about all this in the initial estimate but expect to pay an extra few dollars an hour.

High-security locks cost more. If you want to have a deadbolt installed, prepare for it to take longer as there are more intricate parts to the locking system.

Depending on where the locksmith is coming from, you may have to pay a trip fee of $50 to $100. This is why it’s a good idea to specifically search for a “local locksmith near me.” They may charge a flat rate within a radius or a rate per mile driven.

If the locksmith has to come late at night or on the weekend, there may be additional charges for after-hours services.

How much does a locksmith charge to get into a house?

The national average people spend on a locksmith is about $150, with an average range of $85 to $250. The cost to hire a local locksmith depends on the job that needs to be done, how experienced the locksmith is, and how far they have to travel.

To hire a locksmith to get into your house, the basic rate will start at $65. The rate could go as high as $185 if there are other factors, such as a complicated lock, a far traveling distance, or an after-hours call. If you have to get your lock rekeyed or replaced, the cost will be higher than if you simply need to have the locksmith let you into your house because you forgot your keys.

Notably, the cost to get a locksmith to open a lock on your house is less expensive than having them open your car lock. You may get the locksmith to do more complex jobs such as replacing your door, making copies of your key, or installing a safe, which all have their own pricing for the job. Keep in mind locksmiths will often charge by the hour for basic, routine jobs but may charge more for complicated tasks or jobs that need special equipment or skills.

The type of lock will affect the cost to get into a house. Locks can range from simple turn systems to more complex, high-security systems. Older locks may require a special technique or tool. Some locks are difficult to access because of accumulated rust or a complicated design, like mortise, high-security, or locks with an interchangeable cylinder core lock design. Simple designs like bored cylinder or tubular chassis locks are straightforward to change and therefore cost less. Some more expensive designs are locks with sidebar pins, mortise style, or case locks.

Can a locksmith open a safe?

If you lose the keys to your safe, or if someone has a key that you don’t want to access the safe, you can hire a local locksmith to open the safe and change its lock. They’ll do this by installing a new one or rekeying the existing one.

You’ll need a professional who specializes in opening safes. Not every locksmith offers safe-opening services. An experienced safe locksmith will probably cost more, but you know they can effectively open the safe.

If the safe at your home or office is remote and your locksmith needs to travel any significant distance for the job, you’ll have to pay extra. Sometimes locksmiths charge a flat rate for a given radius, and anything outside that radius is added on per mileage. Additional fees will be charged for emergency service after hours, such as on the weekend, late at night, or early in the evening. If immediate service isn’t needed, it’s wise to wait until the next business day to make the call to avoid these extra costs. This service would be helpful if you were locked out of your safe and needed to get in immediately.

A locksmith’s work ranges greatly, so if you have a simple job like a jammed lock, you don’t need someone specialized. If you’re installing a complicated lock system or need a car locksmith, you’ll likely have to pay more than a standard rate.

It’s a good idea to read the reviews and call around for some estimates before hiring any particular locksmith. Be sure to ask about all additional fees and costs upfront.

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