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Top-Rated Locksmiths in Council Bluffs - Updated Nov 2026

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SafeStreets - ADT Authorized Provider
4.8(
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Security Safe - Install

Serving Council Bluffs, IA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dave Smith was AWESOME! Very knowledgeable and patient. We added new items to our order at the 12th hour and he came back twice to make sure that everything was completed as we desired. We also had Alarm Protection Group secure our office. Dave Smith and Co. make the process very easy-Highly recommended."
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4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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ADT
4.5(
890
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Security Safe - Install

Serving Council Bluffs, IA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1874

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Our dealings with Protect Your Home/ADT were delightful. We received a call back very fast after requesting a quote through Angie's List. We were able to complete everything on the phone; there was no paperwork or downtime. I had to call Customer Service with a question about the keypad, and they ended up telling me other helpful details on top of my original question."
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+35

35 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Speedy Locksmith
5.0(
13
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LocksmithLocksmith - For Business

Serving Council Bluffs, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I locked my keys in my car at the gym and Ricky was recommended by a friend. I called him and Ricky was speedy. It didnâ t take him long to get to me and he had my car unlocked in no time. I would definitely recommend Speedy Locksmith to my friends!"
Response time8 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Allied Locksmith Service
5.0(
11
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LocksmithLocksmith - For Business

Serving Council Bluffs, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was in total panic mode when i called this locksmith. He was so polite and helpful and said he would be at my car in 20 min. He even showed up a few min before! His prices were the lowest i have ever seen and he was able to unlock my car in less than two minutes! i was completely satisfied with the service and give him 5 out of 5 stars! Thanks again for your help Allied Locksmith!"
Response time20 mins
Response rate95%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Austin Burd
4.7(
36
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Hardware, Latches & Tracks (Door) - Repair or Replace

Serving Council Bluffs, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This guy is awsome ! Very thorough and thoughtful. Very well mannered and pleasant. Quality of the car work he did was expert. He had my car up and running in no time and saved me the high dollar cost of garage. I would hire him in a heart beat for other jobs !"
Response time1 day
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Locksmiths FAQs, answered by experts

Rekeying should be done when employees leave or keys are lost, while replacement may be necessary for outdated or damaged locks.

Expect to pay between $50 to $200 if you hire a locksmith to change your locks. That figure includes labor and the cost of basic hardware. The cost will naturally be higher if you plan to install more expensive locks, like smart locks, and if you need a lot of them.

Homeowners can save money by replacing locks themselves. A typical rekeying kit costs about $10 to $25. The only additional cost is purchasing new house keys, and those are no more than a few dollars per key. If you want to replace the locks on your own completely, the main cost is the price of the locks themselves. A standard knob-style lock starts around $25, while electronic locks and smart locks will run in the hundreds of dollars. The only additional tools you should need are a tape measure, screwdriver, and screws if they are not already provided.

Thieves can open almost anything with enough time and the right tools, but they also prefer easy targets that are unlikely to get them caught. Forcing open gates is loud and difficult, and to be able to open one electronically requires extensive knowledge of the system, which most thieves don't have. Electric and other security gates are great deterrents because the thief will move to an easier target. If the thief is determined to enter your property, they will most likely find a different entrance point.

Locksmiths recommend changing your locks once every seven years for the best security at your home. Locks can wear out over time, so you should inspect your locks regularly. A higher grade lock provides you with more cycles than those with a lower grade.

Most jobs take 30 minutes to 2 hours, but high-security systems or multiple lock installations may require additional time.

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