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*The Angi rating for Locksmith Service companies in Harvard, IL is a rating based on verified reviews from our community of homeowners who have used these pros to meet their Locksmith Service needs.

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Last update on November 28, 2025

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Avatar for Keymasters Security Solutions

Keymasters Security Solutions

4.70(
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Keymasters Security Solutions

4.70(
277
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
2006 years of experience

Here at Keymasters we pride ourselves in providing our customers with great service at a fair price. Our locksmiths have been serving the northwest suburbs for 19 years and are fully skilled to service all of your needs.

"Fast friendly and neat"

Ervin H on April 2024

Here at Keymasters we pride ourselves in providing our customers with great service at a fair price. Our locksmiths have been serving the northwest suburbs for 19 years and are fully skilled to service all of your needs.

"Fast friendly and neat"

Ervin H on April 2024

Tom's Locksmith Skokie

4.98(
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Tom's Locksmith Skokie

4.98(
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

If your house roof leaks you call a roofer when your car engine breaks you call a mechanic. Some jobs are better left to the experts who are skilled to handle the job appropriately. Similarly, call us when you require Car Key Replacement. You will find that like the roofer or the mechanic, we have what it takes to do a great job because this is what we specialize in.

If your house roof leaks you call a roofer when your car engine breaks you call a mechanic. Some jobs are better left to the experts who are skilled to handle the job appropriately. Similarly, call us when you require Car Key Replacement. You will find that like the roofer or the mechanic, we have what it takes to do a great job because this is what we specialize in.

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Custom Lock & Safe

4.97(
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Custom Lock & Safe

4.97(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers

Multiple Angie's List Super Service Award winner, most recent 2018. For quicker service please give me a call 847-514-2993. Cost is determined by the job. No travel charges. Service charges apply. . Extra charge for after hours services. No extra charge for weekend work! 2 employees. No subs

"Tom was on time and did the needed work. I highly recommend him and would definitely use him again."

G F on March 2021

Multiple Angie's List Super Service Award winner, most recent 2018. For quicker service please give me a call 847-514-2993. Cost is determined by the job. No travel charges. Service charges apply. . Extra charge for after hours services. No extra charge for weekend work! 2 employees. No subs

"Tom was on time and did the needed work. I highly recommend him and would definitely use him again."

G F on March 2021

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Guardian Protection

4.74(
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Guardian Protection

4.74(
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers

Protecting homes and businesses since 1950, Guardian Protection is one of the nation's largest and most highly regarded security companies. We provide smart technology, 24/7 professional monitoring, and peace of mind to hundreds of thousands of customers. Our products are installed by experts, monitored by real people, and truly make a difference. We do what we do because of one simple truth: life is better when it's safe.

"We hired Guardian to install our security system at our Washington, DC, business. The service and quality of the work was horrible. We had cameras and an alarm system installed; it was a relatively large system. They outsource most of the work to various vendors. They could not manage their vendors; what was supposed to take a week took two months. The sales rep did not return calls, and you could never get anyone in management on the phone. Random people would show up at unannounced times. The few things that an actual Guardian employee did were they made a huge mess of our newly remodeled office and were rude to our staff. We have offices in five markets across the US and have high security at each; we have never had such a poor experience."

William M on December 2024

Protecting homes and businesses since 1950, Guardian Protection is one of the nation's largest and most highly regarded security companies. We provide smart technology, 24/7 professional monitoring, and peace of mind to hundreds of thousands of customers. Our products are installed by experts, monitored by real people, and truly make a difference. We do what we do because of one simple truth: life is better when it's safe.

"We hired Guardian to install our security system at our Washington, DC, business. The service and quality of the work was horrible. We had cameras and an alarm system installed; it was a relatively large system. They outsource most of the work to various vendors. They could not manage their vendors; what was supposed to take a week took two months. The sales rep did not return calls, and you could never get anyone in management on the phone. Random people would show up at unannounced times. The few things that an actual Guardian employee did were they made a huge mess of our newly remodeled office and were rude to our staff. We have offices in five markets across the US and have high security at each; we have never had such a poor experience."

William M on December 2024

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Johns Lock-Up Inc

4.89(
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Johns Lock-Up Inc

4.89(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers

Owner operated. Our locksmiths treat our clients as valued business partners. We have yet to find a lock we couldn’t pick or a client we couldn’t protect. Contact us today to discover the John's Lock-up Inc difference.

"John was very accommodating. Did quality work. Educated me on the locks and how they worked. It was very much appreciated."

Peggy R on November 2019

Owner operated. Our locksmiths treat our clients as valued business partners. We have yet to find a lock we couldn’t pick or a client we couldn’t protect. Contact us today to discover the John's Lock-up Inc difference.

"John was very accommodating. Did quality work. Educated me on the locks and how they worked. It was very much appreciated."

Peggy R on November 2019

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ET Locksmith & Security

4.78(
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ET Locksmith & Security

4.78(
526
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers

ET Locksmith is a locally owned Chicago company with many years of experience. Our professionally trained technicians provide the most comprehensive security and locksmith services for your residential, commercial, and automotive needs in the Chicago land area. We are licensed, bonded and insured and equipped with the latest models and largest selection of locks and security systems on the market today. We provide fast and reliable services that you can count on. ET Locksmith services customers 24/7, 365 days a year. When it comes to speed, and quality service, no one does it better than ET Locksmith.

"I needed the lock replaced on the door that leads from the garage to the house. I called them and arranged a time. They came out, replaced it, and I was quite happy. The only wrinkle is that I think it's better to come a bit late than too early. I had other things to do but returned early, and I'm glad I did because he was early, too. Maybe specifying a range is safer. They did a great job, and I will hire them again."

CHERYL L on May 2021

ET Locksmith is a locally owned Chicago company with many years of experience. Our professionally trained technicians provide the most comprehensive security and locksmith services for your residential, commercial, and automotive needs in the Chicago land area. We are licensed, bonded and insured and equipped with the latest models and largest selection of locks and security systems on the market today. We provide fast and reliable services that you can count on. ET Locksmith services customers 24/7, 365 days a year. When it comes to speed, and quality service, no one does it better than ET Locksmith.

"I needed the lock replaced on the door that leads from the garage to the house. I called them and arranged a time. They came out, replaced it, and I was quite happy. The only wrinkle is that I think it's better to come a bit late than too early. I had other things to do but returned early, and I'm glad I did because he was early, too. Maybe specifying a range is safer. They did a great job, and I will hire them again."

CHERYL L on May 2021

AA Phil's 24 Hour Lock & Key

5.00(
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AA Phil's 24 Hour Lock & Key

5.00(
59
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers

AA Phil's Lock & Key is a locksmith in Brookfield, IL, that provides service to Chicago and Near West Suburbs area. We have been providing quality service to our customers since 1978. In fact, the AA in our name stands for Always Answers, because we are always available to help our clients. Our locksmith specialties include: Emergency lockout service, Auto remotes and keys by code. Transponders and chip keys for cars, Opened locks, Lock repair and installation, Re-keying and master keying, Key replacements, High-security locks. We offer 24-hour lockout service and can be at your location in less than 30 minutes in most cases. We service residential, commercial and automotive locks. Recommended and referred by area police departments, we are happy to provide you with references. AA Phil's Lock & Key is licensed, bonded and insured. Call AA Phils Lock & Key today to protect your building or auto!

"Great service. Phil came out within a couple of hours of calling. Fixed lock on back door that I have been having problem with for years which previous locksmith could not fix several years ago. Price was also reasonable."

areina c on December 2020

AA Phil's Lock & Key is a locksmith in Brookfield, IL, that provides service to Chicago and Near West Suburbs area. We have been providing quality service to our customers since 1978. In fact, the AA in our name stands for Always Answers, because we are always available to help our clients. Our locksmith specialties include: Emergency lockout service, Auto remotes and keys by code. Transponders and chip keys for cars, Opened locks, Lock repair and installation, Re-keying and master keying, Key replacements, High-security locks. We offer 24-hour lockout service and can be at your location in less than 30 minutes in most cases. We service residential, commercial and automotive locks. Recommended and referred by area police departments, we are happy to provide you with references. AA Phil's Lock & Key is licensed, bonded and insured. Call AA Phils Lock & Key today to protect your building or auto!

"Great service. Phil came out within a couple of hours of calling. Fixed lock on back door that I have been having problem with for years which previous locksmith could not fix several years ago. Price was also reasonable."

areina c on December 2020

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A-Paul's Lock Service

5.00(
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A-Paul's Lock Service

5.00(
28
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

A-Paul's Lock Service is local,mobile locksmith company. With over 15 years of experience we can provide nearly any type of lock service you may require.We offer fast,reliable and affordable service for your auto,home or business.We are state licensed,bonded and insured.Call us and we guarantee you'll be satisfied!We offer 10% discount for Angies List members(can not be combined with any other offer)

"Perfect. Had flip a doorknob around the correct way. No problem."

Pam S on December 2018

A-Paul's Lock Service is local,mobile locksmith company. With over 15 years of experience we can provide nearly any type of lock service you may require.We offer fast,reliable and affordable service for your auto,home or business.We are state licensed,bonded and insured.Call us and we guarantee you'll be satisfied!We offer 10% discount for Angies List members(can not be combined with any other offer)

"Perfect. Had flip a doorknob around the correct way. No problem."

Pam S on December 2018

Ashland Lock & Security Solutions

4.88(
165
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Ashland Lock & Security Solutions

4.88(
165
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers

12 Employees; No Subs. Cost Determined By The Job. Travel Charges May Apply. 24 Hour Emergency Service Available On A Very Limited Basis At An Extra Charge.

"Perfect. Always professional and they got the job done and made recommendations on lock maintenance."

MARTY B on January 2019

12 Employees; No Subs. Cost Determined By The Job. Travel Charges May Apply. 24 Hour Emergency Service Available On A Very Limited Basis At An Extra Charge.

"Perfect. Always professional and they got the job done and made recommendations on lock maintenance."

MARTY B on January 2019

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Locksmiths questions, answered by experts

Regrettably, entirely pick-proof locks don't exist unless you opt for keyless varieties. Locks advertised as "pick-proof" are, in reality, more resilient against lock-picking and bumping attempts because of complex mechanisms consisting of pins and sidebars. These locks work like this—they assign two tasks to the key, enhancing security by making unauthorized entry more challenging.

You may be able to get a broken key out of a lock by yourself, depending on the situation. If a portion of the key is still protruding from your lock, try lubricating the keyway and using pliers or even a bobby pin to pull the key out of the hole. If you have jigsaw blades handy, you can also try using those to grab onto the stuck key and pull it out. 

But, if neither option works or you can’t reach the key, your only option is to call a locksmith for help. 

There’s no set time limit for when you should replace your locks, but there are several indicators that it’s time to swap them. If you’re moving into a new home or have a roommate moving out, it’s smart to change the locks. If you experience a break-in or other crime, you should change it then too, or if you ever lose your keys. Eventually, locks can wear out, so it’s ideal to replace them after several years of use or one of these circumstances occurs.

Yes, keyless locks can deter burglars, mostly because they boost security and offer advanced features. Most models allow for unique codes or temporary access, making it harder for intruders to break in. Many of these smart locks even alert you if someone tries to tamper with them. However, you need to remember that while they provide an added layer of protection, no lock is completely foolproof. Pairing these locks with good security habits—like proper lighting and surveillance cameras—creates a strong defense to help stop intruders in their tracks.

When the temps drop, sometimes you need to thaw a lock to regain access. Options include warming the key with warm water, applying a de-icing spray, or using a hair dryer on low heat. Avoid using boiling water to prevent damage. To prevent future freezing, consider installing a cover or shield over the lock to keep water and ice out. Remember to be patient and gentle during thawing to avoid damaging the lock or key. If all else fails, consult a professional locksmith.

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