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Cardinal Locksmith Company, LLC
4.9(
35
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Serving Raleigh, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"The professional locksmith that came to my home was fabulous, he didn't mind my rescue dog barking, finished quickly, took care of my door locks and changed the key to the door locks I had."
Business, Home, and Church Locks
Church, Home and Office Locks
Home and Office Locks
Response time4 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Locksmith Pro NC
5.0(
37
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Serving Raleigh, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Overall, I had an excellent experience with Locksmith Pro NC and would highly recommend their services to anyone in need of a reliable and efficient locksmith. Their attention to detail, quality of work, and excellent customer service set them apart from the competition."
Work Van
Work Van
Locksmith Pro NC
Top Rated Locksmith
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Response time4 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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RCD LockWorx, LLC
5.0(
1
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Serving Raleigh, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Locked out of your car on a hot summer day? Stuck outside after returning from work? Gevorg has the tools to get you where you need to be. A locksmith you can trust with 6 years of exprience, so you know you can expect the best. Speaks English, Russian, and Armenian.

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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A1 Lock & Safe of North Carolina
5.0(
73
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Serving Raleigh, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1984

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"The service was excellent. Locks are working better than they ever have. The locksmith was friendly, professional, timely, and did fast excellent work. They also saved me money, as when I first contacted them, I was seeking to replace, rather than simply repair, the affected doorknobs and deadbolts. After diagnosing the problem, they advised me that the house had merely settled a bit, but that the hardware was of good quality and still in working order with a little adjustment, and that I could save a lot by not having to replace the hardware. What they charged me was extremely reasonable. They came out the day after I called. I highly recommend this company."
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Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Lock N Roll Locksmith
4.9(
154
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Serving Raleigh, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I just moved into a new home and wanted my locks changed. Joe was very knowledgeable and explained that all I needed to do was have the existing locks rekeyed. The existing locks are very expensive and would be even more expensive to replace each and every one. He was on time and you can tell that he really knows what he's doing and enjoys his work. Every once in awhile I looked over what he was doing and you could tell he was totally competent. I didn't know it but my house has two different types of locks Yale and Schlage he rekeyed the two different types of locks to my home and gave me advice on how to program an existing digital lock. Joe is trustworthy and I would call him immediately for any of my locksmith needs and suggest him to friends and family."
Dental office hardware
Response time6 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Going's Safe and Lock, LLC
4.9(
82
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Serving Raleigh, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Had a hard time initially setting up some time for an appointment â kept sending messages right after receiving messages and having to reach back out hours later to see if my previous message was received. I found it to be pretty frustrating when time was of the essence and it took several tries to finally get an appointment scheduled. That being said, service was timely and quick and the locksmith was personable, friendly, and professional. Really pleased with the results."
Response time5 hrs
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Goings Safe and Lock, LLC
5.0(
14
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Serving Raleigh, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent service and responsiveness from start to finish. Couldn't ask for a more professional experience. I would not hesitate to recommend Goings Safe and Lock for any locksmith work - 110% positive interaction. Arrived right on time, explained what he would be doing before starting, explained anticipated charges after reviewing the needed work, and cut the new keys before leaving."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Good Door NC
5.0(
9
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Serving Raleigh, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"He was determined to do a good job. Explained every detail of the problem and how to correct it. Repair done well. Very pleasant , easy to interact with. Would totally recommend. This locksmith services."
Response time2 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for locksmith service projects in Raleigh, NC

Start by searching a trusted directory for locksmiths in your area and reading recent customer reviews. Confirm that each candidate holds state-required licenses, maintains active insurance, and is a member of professional groups such as ALOA. Before you schedule, ask for a written estimate, proof of credentials, and references. Finally, verify the company’s physical address (not just a P.O. box) and check that the technician arrives in a marked vehicle and uniform.

Door locks must be replaced immediately when key security is compromised. Replace your locks when moving into a new home, after any burglary or attempted break-in, or when you lose a key that reveals your address. This practice strictly prevents unauthorized access and maintains a secure environment by ensuring that only trusted individuals have access to your home.

Rekeying a lock requires 10 to 15 minutes per unit when performed by a skilled professional. This efficient process resets the lock’s internal pins to work with a new key, rendering all previous keys ineffective. Rekeying offers a fast and secure solution that enhances your home security without disrupting your daily routine.

Security starts before the locksmith turns the first screw. Ask the dispatcher for the technician’s name, company ID, and arrival time, then confirm that information at the door. Once the job is done, request an itemized invoice and test every repaired lock yourself. Keep any old hardware or keys the professional removes and ensure they are either left with you or destroyed, so no surplus keys are left behind.

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