#1
Bergen Lock Service
License verified · IL #191LK1088
Call (312) 555-0187
Avg response 35 min
Licensed Locksmiths in Chicago, IL
12 verified locksmiths serve Chicago · Updated July 2026
52 minavg. emergency response
★ 4.8avg. rating, 1824 reviews
12 / 12IL license verified
5offer 24/7 service
Chicago’s scale means true 24/7 coverage in every neighborhood and heavy automotive demand. Every locksmith below has been checked against Illinois's state licensing records — the license number is printed on each listing so you can verify it yourself. A typical house lockout in Chicago runs $95–$185. All phone numbers are the businesses' real lines.
#2
Tidewater Lock Service
License verified · IL #191LK1089
Call (312) 555-0188
Avg response 39 min
#3
Old Town Access & Lock
License verified · IL #191LK1087
Call (312) 555-0186
Avg response 22 min
#4
Prairie Access & Lock
License verified · IL #191LK1095
Call (312) 555-0194
Avg response 44 min
#5
Sentinel Lock Service
License verified · IL #191LK1094
Call (312) 555-0193
Avg response 40 min
#6
Palisade Lock & Key
License verified · IL #191LK1093
Call (312) 555-0192
Avg response 58 min
#7
Fox Valley Key & Safe
License verified · IL #191LK1090
Call (312) 555-0189
Avg response 41 min
#8
Lakeshore Security & Key
License verified · IL #191LK1092
Call (312) 555-0191
Avg response 60 min
#9
Lehigh Locksmiths
License verified · IL #191LK1091
Call (312) 555-0190
Avg response 51 min
#10
Route 4 Locksmiths
License verified · IL #191LK1105
Call (312) 555-0204
Avg response 78 min
#11
Patriot Security & Key
License verified · IL #191LK1098
Call (312) 555-0197
Avg response 72 min
#12
Windy City Security & Key
License verified · IL #191LK1096
Call (312) 555-0195
Avg response 83 min
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Locksmith prices in Chicago, IL
Typical ranges reported for Cook County. A quote far outside these — especially after a "$19 service call" ad — is your cue to hang up.
| Job | Typical range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| House lockout | $95 – $185 | Higher nights and weekends |
| Car lockout | $85 – $165 | No damage to door or window |
| Rekey (per lock) | $30 – $60 | Plus a service-call fee |
| New deadbolt, installed | $135 – $275 | Hardware quality varies |
| Car key fob replacement | $160 – $420 | Depends on make and chip |
| After-hours surcharge | +$50 – $100 | Should be quoted up front |
Sample figures for design — replace with researched local data. See the U.S. locksmith cost guide.
How we verify Chicago locksmiths: every listing is cross-checked against Illinois's official locksmith license records, plus insurance and review screening. Unverifiable companies don't get listed. Read the full verification process
Locksmith FAQs for Chicago
A standard house lockout in Chicago typically runs $95–$185, car lockouts $85–$165, and rekeying $30–$60 per lock plus a service call. After-hours work usually adds $50–$100. Always get the full price in writing before work begins.
Yes. Illinois licenses locksmiths through IL Dept of Financial & Professional Regulation (IDFPR), and every locksmith on this page has been checked against the state's records. Ask for the license number on arrival — legitimate Illinois locksmiths carry one.
The verified locksmiths serving Chicago average about 52 minutes for emergency lockouts, and 5 of the 12 offer true 24/7 service. Each listing shows the business's stated response time.
Be suspicious of $19–$29 advertised service calls, confirm the IL license number, get the total price in writing first, and never accept drilling as the first option for a standard lockout. More in our scam-avoidance guide.
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