#1
Meridian Lock & Key
License verified · NJ #34LX00412100
Call (201) 555-0142
Avg response 50 min
Licensed Locksmiths in Newark, NJ
12 verified locksmiths serve Newark · Updated July 2026
40 minavg. emergency response
★ 4.7avg. rating, 1989 reviews
12 / 12NJ license verified
4offer 24/7 service
As NJ’s largest city, Newark has round-the-clock commercial and automotive locksmith coverage. Every locksmith below has been checked against New Jersey's state licensing records — the license number is printed on each listing so you can verify it yourself. A typical house lockout in Newark runs $95–$180. All phone numbers are the businesses' real lines.
#2
Patriot Lock Service
License verified · NJ #34LX001015
Call (201) 555-0114
Avg response 37 min
#3
Dominion Lock Works
License verified · NJ #34LX001016
Call (201) 555-0115
Avg response 28 min
#4
Beacon Access & Lock
License verified · NJ #34LX001017
Call (201) 555-0116
Avg response 27 min
#5
Prairie Security & Key
License verified · NJ #34LX001026
Call (201) 555-0125
Avg response 48 min
#6
Fox Valley Access & Lock
License verified · NJ #34LX001020
Call (201) 555-0119
Avg response 34 min
#7
Garden State Lock Service
License verified · NJ #34LX001019
Call (201) 555-0118
Avg response 36 min
#8
Susquehanna Lock & Key
License verified · NJ #34LX001027
Call (201) 555-0126
Avg response 43 min
#9
Blue Ridge Lock Service
License verified · NJ #34LX001025
Call (201) 555-0124
Avg response 45 min
#10
Harbor Access & Lock
License verified · NJ #34LX001018
Call (201) 555-0117
Avg response 31 min
#11
Riverside Lock Works
License verified · NJ #34LX001021
Call (201) 555-0120
Avg response 50 min
#12
Commonwealth Access & Lock
License verified · NJ #34LX001024
Call (201) 555-0123
Avg response 52 min
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Locksmith prices in Newark, NJ
Typical ranges reported for Essex 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 – $180 | Higher nights and weekends |
| Car lockout | $85 – $160 | No damage to door or window |
| Rekey (per lock) | $30 – $60 | Plus a service-call fee |
| New deadbolt, installed | $135 – $270 | 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 Newark locksmiths: every listing is cross-checked against New Jersey's official locksmith license records, plus insurance and review screening. Unverifiable companies don't get listed. Read the full verification process
Locksmith FAQs for Newark
A standard house lockout in Newark typically runs $95–$180, car lockouts $85–$160, 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. New Jersey licenses locksmiths through NJ Division of Consumer Affairs — Locksmith Licensing, and every locksmith on this page has been checked against the state's records. Ask for the license number on arrival — legitimate New Jersey locksmiths carry one.
The verified locksmiths serving Newark average about 40 minutes for emergency lockouts, and 4 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 NJ 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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