#1
Old Town Locksmiths
License verified · VA #DCJS-11-1071
Call (703) 555-0170
Avg response 32 min
Licensed Locksmiths in Richmond, VA
3 verified locksmiths serve Richmond · Updated July 2026
32 minavg. emergency response
★ 4.7avg. rating, 541 reviews
3 / 3VA license verified
2offer 24/7 service
The state capital, Richmond has its own base of DCJS-verified locksmiths independent of NoVA. 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 Richmond runs $85–$170. All phone numbers are the businesses' real lines.
#2
Windy City Access & Lock
License verified · VA #DCJS-11-1070
Call (703) 555-0169
Avg response 43 min
#3
Ironclad Access & Lock
License verified · VA #DCJS-11-1072
Call (703) 555-0171
Avg response 22 min
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Locksmith prices in Richmond, VA
Typical ranges reported for Richmond City 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 | $85 – $170 | Higher nights and weekends |
| Car lockout | $75 – $150 | No damage to door or window |
| Rekey (per lock) | $30 – $60 | Plus a service-call fee |
| New deadbolt, installed | $125 – $260 | Hardware quality varies |
| Car key fob replacement | $160 – $420 | Depends on make and chip |
| After-hours surcharge | +$50 – $100 | Should be quoted up front |
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How we verify Richmond 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 Richmond
A standard house lockout in Richmond typically runs $85–$170, car lockouts $75–$150, 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 Richmond average about 32 minutes for emergency lockouts, and 2 of the 3 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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