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Top-Rated Locksmiths in Charlottesville - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for SafeStreets - ADT Authorized Provider
SafeStreets - ADT Authorized Provider
4.8(
320
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Security Safe - Install

Serving Charlottesville, VA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Every one was on time when it came to installing our security and automation system. The installation advisor kindly asked we leave a review and we are happy to. Using the Safe Streets Group is a good decision. Many thanks to the advisor that helped us."
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+1

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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ADT
4.5(
887
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Security Safe - Install

Serving Charlottesville, VA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1874

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"ADT is the best company to talk to in terms of security alarm. Being a locksmith myself I know how important it is to deal with the right people. I referred a lot of customers to them and so far they are happy with their service. I myself got one for my house. Thank you for a consistent service and great deal."
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+35

36 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Avatar for Redemption Carpentry & Honey-Do
Redemption Carpentry & Honey-Do
4.7(
6
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Hardware, Latches & Tracks (Door) - Repair or Replace

Serving Charlottesville, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jonathan Bales is one of the nicest, most accommodating workers we've ever hired. He listened to what we wanted and asked questions to make sure he understood. He was on time and worked till the job was finished, not just done, but done well, to his own high standards. The job was to paint the inside and outside of our french-style front door. There were several layers of paint to sand off before applying the new paint. The doors also had a few spots that needed repairs. He did the whole job on 2 day's time. The color is a beautiful shade of dark blue, and it is beautiful. We were very happy with his work, and especially with his prices."
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Deck on a roof
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by33%of homeowners
Avatar for Right of Entry Lock & Security, LLC
Right of Entry Lock & Security, LLC
5.0(
6
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LocksmithLocksmith - For Business

Serving Charlottesville, VA and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Explained to Ron, we had a locked file cabinet and could not find the keys. He came and unlocked the cabinet and brought new keys based on the lock number. The keys did not fit. Ron ordered a new lock and keys and had it delivered to our location. Showed me how to install the new lock. Everything worked out great!"
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Avatar for Cavalier Lock
Cavalier Lock
5.0(
4
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LocksmithLocksmith - For Business

Serving Charlottesville, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ingo showed up exactly the time he said he was going to show up and he performed the work of installing and replacing door knobs and deadbolts quickly and efficiently. His bill was fair and I was impressed! I would recommend him."
Response time40 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Locksmiths FAQs, answered by experts

Yes, you should always change your locks after buying a house. Do so as soon as possible after you move in. Otherwise, you won’t know who has working keys to the property, whether they’re spare keys or otherwise. If an intruder gains access to your house with a key, it may not be covered under your homeowners insurance.

You might want to change a door lock entry code for a handful of reasons. The most common answers are extra security or a forgotten code. You may also find yourself in a position where you need to temporarily change the code to allow a guest to come and go freely but want to switch it back once things return to normal.

Yes, many locksmiths offer 24/7 emergency services for business lockouts, broken keys, and security breaches.

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.

In some cases this is possible, but it’s not advisable as the screwdriver is likely to leave marks all over the wall and a noticeable dent on the door. Move slowly and carefully if you have to use this method, and consider calling an emergency locksmith right away instead of trying to break in.

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