Licensed Locksmiths in Philadelphia, PA

5 verified locksmiths serve Philadelphia · Updated July 2026

46 minavg. emergency response
★ 4.7avg. rating, 637 reviews
5 / 5registered & insured
3offer 24/7 service

Philadelphia’s rowhouse density keeps emergency lockouts and rekeys constant across the city. Every locksmith below has been verified through PA Dept of State (business entity search) + proof of insurance and insurance — the registration number is printed on each listing. A typical house lockout in Philadelphia runs $90–$180. All phone numbers are the businesses' real lines.

✓ Registered & insured · Independent business

#1

Liberty Access & Lock

★ 5.0 (83 reviews) · Based in Philadelphia · Since 2009

Registered & insured · PA #PA-ENT-1115

CommercialAccess control24/7 emergency
Call (215) 555-0214

Avg response 44 min

✓ Registered & insured · Independent business

#2

Cardinal Lock Co.

★ 4.7 (52 reviews) · Based in Philadelphia · Since 2008

Registered & insured · PA #PA-ENT-1117

24/7 emergencySmart locksSafes & vaultsCar keys & fobs
Call (215) 555-0216

Avg response 25 min

✓ Registered & insured · Independent business

#3

Harbor Lock & Key

★ 4.5 (189 reviews) · Based in Philadelphia · Since 2006

Registered & insured · PA #PA-ENT-1116

Car keys & fobsResidentialSafes & vaults
Call (215) 555-0215

Avg response 28 min

✓ Registered & insured · Independent business

#4

Patriot Locksmiths

★ 4.8 (73 reviews) · Serves Philadelphia · based in Norristown, 15 mi away · Since 2004

Registered & insured · PA #PA-ENT-1142

Access control24/7 emergencyCar keys & fobsSafes & vaults
Call (215) 555-0241

Avg response 64 min

✓ Registered & insured · Independent business

#5

Summit Lock & Key

★ 4.7 (240 reviews) · Serves Philadelphia · based in King of Prussia, 16 mi away · Since 2007

Registered & insured · PA #PA-ENT-1141

RekeyingCommercialSafes & vaultsResidential
Call (215) 555-0240

Avg response 67 min

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Locksmith prices in Philadelphia, PA

Typical ranges reported for Philadelphia County. A quote far outside these — especially after a "$19 service call" ad — is your cue to hang up.

JobTypical rangeNotes
House lockout$90 – $180Higher nights and weekends
Car lockout$80 – $160No damage to door or window
Rekey (per lock)$30 – $60Plus a service-call fee
New deadbolt, installed$130 – $270Hardware quality varies
Car key fob replacement$160 – $420Depends on make and chip
After-hours surcharge+$50 – $100Should be quoted up front

Sample figures for design — replace with researched local data. See the U.S. locksmith cost guide.

How we verify Philadelphia locksmiths: every listing is cross-checked against PA Dept of State (business entity search) + proof of insurance, plus insurance and review screening. Unverifiable companies don't get listed. Read the full verification process

Locksmith FAQs for Philadelphia

A standard house lockout in Philadelphia typically runs $90–$180, car lockouts $80–$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.

Pennsylvania does not license locksmiths at the state level. Every locksmith on this page is instead verified through PA Dept of State (business entity search) + proof of insurance plus proof of insurance and review screening. Always confirm business registration and get the price in writing first.

The verified locksmiths serving Philadelphia average about 46 minutes for emergency lockouts, and 3 of the 5 offer true 24/7 service. Each listing shows the business's stated response time.

Be suspicious of $19–$29 advertised service calls, confirm the PA business registration, 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.