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Need a locksmith in Chicago? Describe the lock and the problem, and we will look for an independent pro nearby.

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Common problems

  • Want stronger locks or a smart lock
  • Key stuck or broken in the lock
  • Door won't latch

Services

  • Lock rekeying
  • Smart lock installation
  • Deadbolt installation

Safety first: If you're locked out and someone's in danger, like a child or pet inside on a hot day, call 911 first.

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Chicago homes, up close

The Deep Tunnel project, formally the Tunnel and Reservoir Plan, stores stormwater underground to reduce flooding and overflows. Alleys run behind most Chicago blocks, and detached garages usually open onto the alley rather than the street.

The city's online Service Line Lookup lets you check whether the water line into your home is listed as lead. Apartment lockouts in older buildings may involve the super or management, so call them first if possible.

Frozen locks happen in deep cold. A lock de-icer works better than forcing the key. The Chicago bungalow, a one-and-a-half-story brick house, was built by the tens of thousands from about 1910 to 1940, and a ring of neighborhoods is still called the Bungalow Belt.

When it is time for a pro

You may want a locksmith if you notice any of these:

  • Key stuck or broken in the lock
  • Door won't latch
  • Want stronger locks or a smart lock

How we connect you

  1. Tell us what is wrong and how urgent it is.
  2. We match you with an independent locksmith serving Chicago.
  3. If the timing and quote work for you, they schedule the job.

Rules and utilities worth knowing

Illinois licenses locksmiths and locksmith agencies through the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, which offers an online license lookup. Renters should check with the landlord before changing or rekeying locks, since many leases require it. If you share a building entrance, mention it, since common doors are usually the landlord's or the association's call.

Get ready for the call

Have ID ready to show you live at the address.

Questions from Chicago residents

Is a smart lock as secure as a deadbolt?

It depends on the model. Look for a solid deadbolt underneath and ask the locksmith about how the keypad and app are protected.

Is my neighborhood in Chicago covered?

Our network reaches Bridgeport, Portage Park, Bronzeville and Edgewater and the rest of Chicago (60018, 60106, 60601, 60602, 60603 and others). Whether a pro can come depends on their schedule, and we will let you know quickly either way.

Will a locksmith need proof I live here?

Usually, yes. Expect to show ID or other proof of residence. This protects you too, since it keeps a stranger from talking a locksmith into opening your door.

What should I do after a break-in?

Call the police first. Once it is safe, a locksmith can repair damaged doors or frames and rekey or replace locks.

If things get worse while you wait, call back and tell us. Safety comes before scheduling.

Service area

Serving about a 50-mile radius from Chicago, depending on which independent pros are available. ZIPs: 60018, 60106, 60601, 60602, 60603, 60604, 60605, 60606, 60607, 60608, 60609, 60610, 60611, 60612, 60613, 60614, 60615, 60616, 60617, 60618, 60619, 60620, 60621, 60622, 60623, 60624, 60625, 60626, 60628, 60629, 60630, 60631, 60632, 60633, 60634, 60636, 60637, 60638, 60639, 60640, 60641, 60642, 60643, 60644, 60645, 60646, 60647, 60649, 60651, 60652, 60653, 60654, 60655, 60656, 60657, 60659, 60660, 60661, 60707, 60827

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