Locksmith Services
Automotive, residential and commercial locksmith services across Fort Collins and Larimer County.
- Car Key Replacement
- Key Fob Replacement
- Mailbox Lock Service
- Keypad Lock Installation
- Key Duplication
- Key Fob Programming
- Lock Rekeying
- Key Cutting
- Car Lockout Service
- Commercial Access Control Systems
- Car Key Programming
- Transponder Key Programming
- Door Lock Repair
- Lock Change
- Smart Lock Installation
- Broken Key Extraction
- Commercial Master Key Systems
- Deadbolt Lock Installation
- Safe Opening & Cracking
- Emergency Lockout
- Lock Installation
- Ignition Lock Repair
- House Lockout
- Commercial Panic Bar Installation
Every job on this list is priced before anyone drives out, and the lock stays working unless you asked us to change it.
Call a Fort Collins Locksmith
A locksmith answers this phone around the clock, and the response is fast when your security cannot wait.
Frequently Asked Locksmith Questions
These are the locksmith questions Fort Collins callers ask most, on lock work, car keys and emergency service.
Can you get in without damaging my lock?
Almost always, when working with standard residential door locks in Fort Collins. Non-destructive entry is the primary goal and the lock keeps working afterwards. Security is preserved, the security rating is unchanged, and drilling a lock is always a last resort. The exceptions are high-security cylinders (Medeco, Mul-T-Lock and similar are specifically built to resist exactly this) and hardware already damaged or previously drilled. Our locksmiths will communicate with you throughout the job.
How fast can your locksmiths get here?
In Fort Collins proper, a locksmith is usually with you quickly. The outer edge of our commercial and residential coverage requires genuine drive time and we quote honestly rather than optimistically. Emergency lock calls go first. Fort Collins itself is quick; the far towns are an honest drive. Snow stretches everything, and it spikes call volume at the same time.
Should I rekey or replace?
Rekey if the lock works fine and you just need old keys to stop working. It is far cheaper, and most Fort Collins homes only need it once. Replace the lock if it is worn out, under-specified for the door, or you want something different like a keypad or other keyless entry system. We don't earn more by pushing hardware, and we'll say which one you actually need.
Do you work on my car?
Most makes, yes. Our locksmiths cut and program car keys on site, and secure the lock afterwards. When you call, have the year, make, model and ideally the VIN ready. A small number of very new or specific European vehicles genuinely require dealer programming, and we'll tell you that on the phone instead of driving out to find out together.
What if I find a cheaper quote?
Compare the whole number, not the headline. A professional Fort Collins locksmith quotes the lock, the labour and the call-out together. No security surprises at the door. A $19 phone quote that becomes $300 at the door isn't cheaper. Ask what the service call fee is, what the labor is, and what happens if the lock needs replacing.
Professional Locksmith Service Pricing
Locksmith service pricing in Fort Collins is quoted against the specific job before anyone starts.
Automotive Locksmith Pricing
| Service | What it covers | Typical range |
|---|---|---|
| Car Key Cut & Programmed | Most makes, cut and programmed on site | $139 – $350 |
| Fob Programming | Chip and proximity keys | $139 – $245 |
| Transponder Programming | VIN required | $139 – $245 |
| Ignition Repair | Any vehicle | $139 – $350 |
| Car Lockout | Non-destructive entry | $55 – $165 |
| Broken Extraction | Vehicle cylinder or ignition | $139 – $245 |
Residential Locksmith Pricing
| Service | What it covers | Typical range |
|---|---|---|
| House Lockout | Non-destructive entry | $55 – $145 |
| Rekeying | Per cylinder, less per unit on multiples | $25 – $45 each |
| Cylinder Change | Standard deadbolts and knob sets | $60 – $245 |
| Door Repair | Alignment, strike plates, worn cylinders | $55 – $195 |
| Deadbolt Installation | Door with no existing bore | $125 – $245 |
| Smart Entry Installation | Keypad and app-controlled hardware | $145 – $395 |
| Duplication | Standard house keys | $5 – $25 |
| Mailbox Cylinder | Swapped and keyed | $65 – $145 |
Commercial Locksmith Pricing
| Service | What it covers | Typical range |
|---|---|---|
| Commercial Lockout | Storefront and office hardware | $75 – $195 |
| Master System | Priced per opening | Quoted |
| Access Control System | Keypad, fob or buzzer entry | $399 – $1,295 |
| Panic Bar Installation | Per door | $295 – $795 |
| High-Security Cylinder | Medeco, Mul-T-Lock and similar | $159 – $565 |
| Safe Opening | Damage possible depending on the safe | $125 – $350 |
Service charge ranges vary with location, time of day and what the locksmith finds on site. Lock and security upgrades are quoted separately. Late nights, holidays and the longer runs out of Fort Collins can cost more.
Get a quote for the service you need today, call (970) 803-1100