Top-rated locksmiths.

Get matched with top locksmiths in Waltham, MA

Enter your zip and get matched with up to 5 pros

Need a pro for your locksmith service project in Waltham, MA?

Select your specific project to find the pro for you.

TRUSTED BY WALTHAM, MA HOMEOWNERS

  • Average homeowner rating star icon4.8
    Average homeowner rating
  • Verified reviews icon193
    Verified locksmith services reviews

Find Locksmiths in Waltham

Avatar for Your Neighborhood Locksmith, Inc.
Your Neighborhood Locksmith, Inc.
4.9(
667
)

Serving Waltham, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jacob from Your Neighborhood Locksmith was great with communication. He was prompt to contact me and schedule service. He communicated frequently to provide updates on his ETA. He arrived on time and completed the initial project within an hour and without damaging the door. He was courteous, efficient and flexible, willingly fixing another lock for me when asked. Would definitely work with Jacob from Your Neighborhood Locksmith again."
Commercial lock repair
Commercial lock repair
Push bar system
Residential frame and lock repair after a break in
Fixed frame

+2

Response time3 hrs
Response rate88%
104 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for MassBay Lock & Key
MassBay Lock & Key
5.0(
60
)

Serving Waltham, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I needed a deadbolt installed on my back door. Andrey came to my house within a half hour. He installed the deadbolt just where I wanted it. I highly recommend LOCK' N' KEY LOCKSMITH!!!"
Antique Door Lock Rekey in Cambridge, MA
Antique Door Lock Rekey in Cambridge, MA
Antique Lock repair in Boston
Antique lock repair in Boston
Antique lock repair in Boston

+74

Response time3 hrs
Response rate97%
Recommended by96%of homeowners
IronCAD
New to Angi

Serving Waltham, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

IronCAD LLC (Residential Plans & Carpentry Services)\nEdgar Almonte \nBased in Lower-NH\n\nBeen working in the Building, Fabrication and Design Planning Field for 20yrs.\nWork-Travel Radius included NH & MA, and Lower-ME.\nExpertise in a wide-variety of disciplines and trades.\nSole-proprietor for Small to Mid-Size Jobs in which Bids will be reasonable. \nInsured Contractor \n

...
Showing 1-10 of 56
Locksmiths questions, answered by experts

Any type of dead bolt lock provides the highest level of safety for a single device. However, it’s also important to determine a lock's grade. Locks can come in either Grade 1, Grade 2, or Grade 3, which indicates how durable it is and if it’s constructed solidly. Safety experts recommend choosing locks based on Grade 1, which offers the highest level of durability.

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.

The best type of deadbolt depends on your specific needs. If accessibility is your primary concern, a single-cylinder deadbolt is the easiest to operate. Mortise locks are likely the most secure type of deadbolt you can install, but single-cylinders combined with secondary locking mechanisms like vertical locks are also a great option. Smart locks will give you the most flexibility to open and close your locks whenever and wherever you need to. 

Smart locks offer a similar level of safety to traditional or conventional locks because they often use comparable locking mechanisms, such as deadbolts. The primary difference is the access method: smart locks use a login or code instead of a physical key, which adds convenience. While not inherently safer, some smart locks have added security features that can deter intruders, like shutting down after too many incorrect code attempts or being harder to pick. For the best security, it's recommended to combine any lock with other home safety features like motion-activated lighting, security cameras, and window and door sensors.

Yes, you should change the locks as soon as you can after completing the purchase of a house. This is a matter of privacy and security, as you have no idea how many copies of the keys the previous owner made. You can change the locks yourself or hire a pro to replace or rekey the lock, which costs $50 to $100.

The Waltham, MA homeowners’ guide to locksmith services

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.

What do you need done? We’ll find top pros.
  • 🌱 "Mow a small front yard"
  • 🛠 "Fix a leaking pipe under the sink"
  • 🏠 "Repair shingles on an asphalt roof"