Residential
Why Rekey Your Locks When Moving Into a New Home
Moving into a Boston home or apartment? Learn why rekeying is the first security step, how it differs from replacing locks and what it typically costs.
Locksmith in Boston, MA
Boston Locksmith Service for Homes, Cars and Businesses
Lockouts, rekeying, lock changes, car keys and business security across every Boston neighbourhood. Call 617-206-2138 to check today’s availability and get an estimate before any work begins.
- Phone lines open all day, every day
- Published price list
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Services
Locksmith services in Boston
Mobile locksmith help for every kind of lock, from triple-decker porch doors to office master key systems.
Automotive locksmith
Locked out of your car, lost the only key, or stuck with an ignition that won’t turn? Call 617-206-2138 and a mobile car locksmith can come to where the vehicle is parked anywhere in Boston..
Learn moreResidential locksmith
From a brownstone front door to a triple-decker back porch, home locks take a beating.
Learn moreCommercial locksmith
Offices, shops, restaurants and residential buildings need locks that match how people use them.
Learn moreEmergency locksmith
Locked out, key snapped, or a door damaged in a break-in? Phone lines are open Monday through Sunday, all day.
Learn moreHow it works
From your call to an open door
Clear steps and a price you agree before work starts.
- Tell the dispatcher what is locked, where it is and the make or lock type if you know it.
- You get an approximate estimate and an arrival window based on current availability.
- The locksmith confirms the price on site before any work begins.
- After entry or repair, you pay the locksmith directly and keep your receipt.
Security advice
Choosing stronger locks for your doors
Not every lock is built to the same standard. The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) grades door locks from Grade 1 to Grade 3. Grade 1 locks are tested to the highest level for strength and durability and are the sensible choice for front doors, back doors and garage entries. Grade 2 and Grade 3 hardware generally suits interior doors.
A lock is only as strong as the door and frame around it, so a reinforced strike plate with long screws matters as much as the lock itself. Electronic keypad and smart locks are also available if you want keyless entry.
Ask about a free security consultation
Unsure what your home or business needs? Ask about a free, no-obligation security consultation. A locksmith can look at your doors and suggest practical upgrades, from rekeying to new deadbolts or a master key system.
Questions to ask any locksmith
- Is there a service call fee, and what is it?
- Will the total be confirmed before work begins?
- Is there a warranty on parts and labour, and who provides it?
- Is the locksmith local to my area?
- Is the locksmith licensed where required, bonded and insured?
- Which payment methods are accepted?
- Is emergency help available today?
- Will the locksmith check my ID?
Pricing
Published starting prices
A fixed $29.00 service call fee plus labour and parts. Full details, footnotes and warranty periods are on the price list.
| Service | Price |
|---|---|
| Service Call Fee - Trip Charge | $29.00 (fixed) |
| All Lockout Service: Commercial, Residential & Automotive | starting at $19.00* |
| Locks Re Key: Commercial & Residential | starting at $19.00* |
| Lock Repair: Commercial & Residential | starting at $19.00* |
| Key Extraction: Commercial & Residential | starting at $19.00* |
| Lock Change: Residential, Commercial - For Basic Locks | starting at $25.00* |
Coupons
Current offers
Move-in, senior citizen, rekey, new customer and key extraction offers. Coupon must be presented to the technician; some restrictions may apply.
Service areas
Locksmith help across Boston
Choose your neighbourhood for local information, common lock types and FAQs.
- 02108Beacon Hill & Downtown
- 02109Waterfront & Faneuil Hall
- 02110Financial District
- 02111Chinatown & Leather District
- 02113North End
- 02114West End & Beacon Hill North
- 02115Fenway & Longwood
- 02116Back Bay & Bay Village
- 02118South End
- 02119Roxbury
- 02120Mission Hill
- 02121Dorchester – Grove Hall
- 02122Dorchester – Fields Corner & Neponset
- 02124Dorchester – Codman Square & Ashmont
- 02125Dorchester – Savin Hill & Uphams Corner
- 02126Mattapan
- 02127South Boston
- 02128East Boston
- 02129Charlestown
- 02130Jamaica Plain
- 02131Roslindale
- 02132West Roxbury
- 02134Allston
- 02135Brighton
- 02136Hyde Park
- 02210Seaport & Fort Point
- 02215Kenmore & Fenway
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Frequently asked questions
What areas do you cover?
All of Boston’s neighbourhoods, from the North End and Back Bay to Dorchester, Roslindale, West Roxbury and Hyde Park. See the service areas page for every zip code.
How much does a locksmith cost in Boston?
The published price list shows a $29.00 service call fee plus starting prices, such as lockouts and rekeys from $19.00 and basic lock changes from $25.00. The locksmith confirms the total before work begins.
Who actually does the work?
Boston Locksmith Service operates as a referral call center. Your request is passed to an independent local locksmith contractor, who invoices you and provides any warranty, as explained in the Terms and Conditions.
Can I get a quote before booking?
Yes. The dispatcher gives an approximate estimate on the phone based on what you describe, and the locksmith confirms the price on site before starting.
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