#1
Sentinel Lock Works
License verified · VA #DCJS-11-1060
Call (703) 555-0159
Avg response 43 min
Licensed Locksmiths in Arlington, VA
12 verified locksmiths serve Arlington · Updated July 2026
41 minavg. emergency response
★ 4.8avg. rating, 1651 reviews
9 / 12VA license verified
5offer 24/7 service
Across the river from DC, Arlington locksmiths handle heavy apartment and condo lockout volume. Every locksmith below has been checked against Virginia's state licensing records — the license number is printed on each listing so you can verify it yourself. A typical house lockout in Arlington runs $95–$185. All phone numbers are the businesses' real lines.
#2
Old Town Lock Service
License verified · VA #DCJS-11-1061
Call (703) 555-0160
Avg response 25 min
#3
Riverside Lock Co.
License verified · VA #DCJS-11-1059
Call (703) 555-0158
Avg response 29 min
#4
Beacon Key & Safe
License verified · VA #DCJS-11-1068
Call (703) 555-0167
Avg response 50 min
#5
Tidewater Lock Co.
Registered & insured · DC #DC-BBL-1057
Call (202) 555-0156
Avg response 38 min
#6
Blue Ridge Lock & Key
Registered & insured · DC #DC-BBL-1058
Call (202) 555-0157
Avg response 39 min
#7
Prairie Lock Works
Registered & insured · DC #DC-BBL-1056
Call (202) 555-0155
Avg response 43 min
#8
Ironclad Lock Works
License verified · MD #MDLK1043
Call (301) 555-0142
Avg response 43 min
#9
Ironclad Key & Safe
License verified · VA #DCJS-11-1062
Call (703) 555-0161
Avg response 30 min
#10
Garden State Access & Lock
License verified · VA #DCJS-11-1064
Call (703) 555-0163
Avg response 53 min
#11
Fox Valley Locksmiths
License verified · VA #DCJS-11-1063
Call (703) 555-0162
Avg response 47 min
#12
Dominion Lock Service
License verified · MD #MDLK1037
Call (301) 555-0136
Avg response 52 min
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Locksmith prices in Arlington, VA
Typical ranges reported for Arlington 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 Arlington locksmiths: every listing is cross-checked against Virginia's official locksmith license records, plus insurance and review screening. Unverifiable companies don't get listed. Read the full verification process
Locksmith FAQs for Arlington
A standard house lockout in Arlington 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. Virginia licenses locksmiths through VA Dept of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS), and every locksmith on this page has been checked against the state's records. Ask for the license number on arrival — legitimate Virginia locksmiths carry one.
The verified locksmiths serving Arlington average about 41 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 VA 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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