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Last update on March 02, 2026

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Avatar for Key Hole
Key Hole
4.9(
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LocksmithLocksmith - For Business

Serving Ellicott City, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1960

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Rick is a master locksmith who has serviced my home for re-keying and installing locks and knobs on the doors of my house, right after I bought it last year. This time he came out and installed a new cylinder on my garage door lock. He also secured the turn mechanism by replacing missing screws. Finally, he cut down a stubborn and dangerous metal anchor for a defunct clothesline in my backyard. His work is always excellent and his prices are fair. He has a mobile shop, so all work is done while you wait and onsite. Can't recommend Rick and the Keyhole enough. Five stars."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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All United Locksmith
4.6(
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LocksmithLocksmith - AutoLocksmith - For Business

Serving Ellicott City, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Responsive and on time. Locksmith was happy to slightly adjust the position of the lock for me after the initial installation."
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Response time11 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Sure-Fit Security
4.5(
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LocksmithLocksmith - AutoLocksmith - For Business

Serving Ellicott City, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1962

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Excellent. Technician Erick Perla was very courteous, professional, and prompt."
Electronic Access Control
Residential Locks
Residential Locks
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Response time7 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Fast Mobile Locksmith, LLC
5.0(
44
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Locksmith - AutoLocksmith

Serving Ellicott City, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great service, great workmanship, great price!!! Now my go to Locksmith!!!"
Europian Car Key
Lock Instalation
The customer lost all keys to their 2017 Chevy Tahoe, which had a smart key with remote start and an emergency key inside the fob. Our task was to create and program two new keys for the customer.
Broken Key Extracted
Final Result

+8

Response time3 hrs
Response rate99%
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Colonial Lock Service
4.6(
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LocksmithLocksmith - AutoLocksmith - For Business

Serving Ellicott City, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1982

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Would recommend them to anyone that wants quality service"
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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Global Home Solutions LLC
4.9(
35
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Hardware, Latches & Tracks (Door) - Repair or Replace

Serving Ellicott City, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Excellent work, good communication. Fixed two windows, eliminating the need for full replacement."
Insulated Glass Replacement
Response time5 hrs
Response rate95%
Recommended by46%of homeowners
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SafeStreets - ADT Authorized Provider
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Security Safe - Install

Serving Ellicott City, MD and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"AWESOME buying experience and setup experience! I just bought a house and wanted to make sure I was protected. They even helped me find a fantastic locksmith who gave a me great deal. Can't recommend highly enough. He gave excellent advice and saved me money in the long run with their current promo. Look no further for the best security company!"
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Locksmiths questions, answered by experts

Rekeying is typically cheaper than replacing locks. Professional rekeying costs between $40 and $160, sometimes with an additional fee of $15 to $40 per lock. A locksmith's hourly rate averages around $75. If you do it yourself, a rekeying kit can cost as little as $10. In contrast, replacing a lock costs between $130 and $500, with an average of around $315, depending on the hardware and lock type. Rekeying is a simpler process that changes the key for your existing lock without replacing the hardware. It is a good option if you have a quality lock that works well, you've recently moved, you've lost a key, or you need a quick security upgrade. The best choice depends on the condition of your current locks.

Typically, it can take around 15 minutes to rekey a lock. The time depends on the type of lock and how skilled you are at rekeying. The first time you rekey a lock, it may take a little longer. Once you get the hang of the process, it will move along much more quickly.

It can affect security, especially if you don’t finish it properly. A Dutch door has more moving parts that can be compromised, so you’ll want to use solid hardware and make sure everything lines up and locks cleanly. If the latch is flimsy or the two halves don’t sit tight, it’s going to be easier to force open.

If part of the key is protruding out of the lock, you can use a pair of needle-nosed pliers or tweezers to gently turn the key in the lock to open the door. If the key is fully inserted into the lock, you may also be able to use a key extractor to help turn the key into the unlocked position. 

But if the key breaks off halfway into the lock or you simply can’t reach it to help engage the unlocking mechanisms, you should probably call a professional.

Rekeying your own locks is a low-cost task that prevents you from having to replace the locks themselves completely. The first couple of times you rekey a lock may be challenging because this is an intermediate DIY task. You can purchase a rekey kit from most hardware stores, but make sure you’re buying the kit from the brand of lock in your home that you’re going to rekey. 

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