Find top-rated Pros in your area
Enter a zip code and get matched to businesses near you.
Geo Icon
Bulger Safe & Lock logo

Bulger Safe & Lock

Doors (Interior) - Install or Replace, Locksmith, Alarm or Security System - Install,

About us

Longest Medeco and Abloy dealer in Seattle. Specialize in high-security, commercial locks, residential locks, door repair, and anything else lock/door related. Family-owned and operated since the business started in 1961. We support local business and cater to those who do the same. We specialize in both commercial security and residential security. Bulger can help you in securing your business, home, condo building, apartment complex, or if you just need a key made. High-Security lock options. Protected/proprietary keyways. Full key control. Access control keyless entry systems. We do it all. Licensed general contractor and licensed electrical contractor. 25 employees. Twelve fully equipped mobile service vans. Convenient shop/showroom location in North Seattle (Lake City).

Business highlights

64 years of experience

Services we offer

Battery-powered). Key Card Access Systems. Door Repair. Protected Keyways. Master Key Systems. Commercial Intercom Systems. Commercial Camera/Video. Access Control. Code Keys. Safe Sales. Church Security. Residential Security. Abloy., Commercial Locksmith, Door Security, Hardwired, Manual, and Hardware. Restricted SSS. High-Security Medeco. Apartment & Condo Security. Commercial Closers. Rekeying/Installing Locks. Keyless Entry Locks (Electronic

Amenities

Free Estimates

Yes

Accepted Payment Methods

  • CreditCard
Reviews
4.678 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
81%
4
10%
3
3%
2
3%
1
4%
Showing 1-25 of 78 reviews
Peter S.
Sep 2017
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Great. On time, and was also given quotes and options for more secure locks, as I had also requested. Even though I didn't go through with the upgrade, it's clear their professionalism is real and would hire again in future when I upgrade.

Barbara M.
Aug 2017
1.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$50
went great! Cam is very helpful (and handsome)!
Response from Bulger Safe & Lock
"Hi [Member Name Removed]. We appreciate the positive feedback. It appears you accidentally rated us an F on all of our qualities. We appreciate your long-time support and business. Thanks! -Bulger Family"

Sally H.
Jul 2017
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$120
Great, they were very professional

Kathryn S.
Jun 2017
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$300
Perfectly met expectations. Gene, the service provider was pleasant, professional and helpful.

LAURIE W.
Feb 2017
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
I don't remember being upset with the price. Two people came out and it took them a couple of hours to complete the service. The work was excellent. This was our only experience with them.

Henry H.
Aug 2016
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$100
They were able to open it.

Garrett B.
Mar 2016
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$150
Always fast and very competitively priced. I have dealt with Jeff in the shop several times. He is very knowledgeable, always friendly, and you can tell he takes great pride in making sure every customer is satisfied.  With something as important as securing your home or business, there is no other company I trust more than Bulger to get the job done.

Sarah C.
Feb 2016
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$15
unknown
Response from Bulger Safe & Lock
"Glad we were able to help and save you money at the same time. Thanks for the business!"

Anna H.
Jan 2016
2.0
$241
Able to get same day service on a weekday but not told it would cost $100.00 just to show up.  No window of time for repairman possible - sometime that day.  I live one mile from store.
Diagnosis: my standard ordinary lock not repairable.  No replacement lock in truck.  Need to find a lock somewhere myself or repairmen will put something into existing lock to turn it into a decoration only!  I am not making this up.
Later repairman finds a lock in truck.  Cheap looking, flimsy and ugly.  Turned out  later not to have a brand name or guarantee.
But I told him to install it anyway because I was stuck with it.  Then I checked it.  (He hadn't).  Did not work. Frozen.  After this was fixed, by his partner, I checked the key.  It didn't work either. Partner blamed my key, which had worked with old lock!  Able to persuade him to fix it so it would work in this lock too.
Asked for senior discount and repairman agreed.
Presented with bill for $241.00!  Later noticed no senior discount given. (the frosting).  Charges - $40.00 for lock, $40.00 to key it, $100.00 for 2 mile RT, rest for time.  Next morning checked locks at Fred Meyer and Ace Hardware.  Lock installed looked like $10.00 locks in both stores, but they had guarantees and brand names. FYI - Ace charges $7.00 to key a lock when you buy one. Great to know! 
Visited owner at Bulger.  He felt charge was reasonable!!  Agreed to substitute another better quality lock.   Later this turned 
out to have no guarantee either. I called him to get brand name (needed if a part were ever necessary).   He gave me a written guarantee for work and materials for one year.   Normal guarantee is 60 days for work only with this company.
I appreciate  effort to modify situation.  I had put stop payment on check.  That probably helped. 
I spent two days on this and lost a night's sleep in addition to astonishing cost!  This should have been a 30 minute job door to door for the company, since it is rated as excellent.
I have had lock work in the past and  have never had anything like this experience or cost, even on emergency calls, which this wasn't.  An apology at least would have helped.



Ellery H.
Dec 2015
4.0
$300
unknown
Response from Bulger Safe & Lock
"I am sorry you had a less-than-perfect experience with us and you did not receive your discount. If you would like to swing by our shop I would be happy to put a $10 credit back on your credit card and make you a couple extra keys for your troubles. You can ask for Jeff Bulger when you come into the shop. Thank you for the business and once again apologize for the misunderstanding."

Tim M.
Nov 2015
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$6
Not a big job, but in/out quick.

Sylvia W.
Oct 2015
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
unknown

Ren H.
Jul 2015
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$99
.
Response from Bulger Safe & Lock
"Hi [Member Name Removed]. Thank you very much for taking the time to give us your feedback. We appreciate the positive review and the continued business. Let us know if there is ever anything else. Thanks! -Jeff"

Brigett C.
Jul 2015
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$368
unknown
Response from Bulger Safe & Lock
"Hi [Member Name Removed]. Thank you very much for taking the time to give your feedback. We are very happy you had a positive experience with us and truly appreciate the business. If anything else should ever arise, we look forward to working with you again in the future. Thanks! -Jeff Bulger"

Jeff D.
Jun 2015
3.0
$200
unknown
Response from Bulger Safe & Lock
"Hi [Member Name Removed]. I am very sorry to hear you were unhappy with our pricing. We attempt to be as transparent regarding our pricing as possible and will always email a formal proposal ahead of time (when requested). Our goal is to leave our clients fully satisfied with every aspect of the work provided. Please give us a call at 206.363.8797 to discuss how we can make this right. Thank you! -Jeff Bulger"

David H.
Jun 2015
3.0
$300
The locksmith was on-time and very professional. He had a wealth of experience. However, the door and dead-bolt are still very stiff and difficult to use.
Response from Bulger Safe & Lock
"Hi [Member Name Removed]. I do not see your listed address in our system. Was it perhaps at a different property? If one of our parts was not installed correctly we would be happy to come out and make it right. Please give us a call to discuss further. Look forward to hearing from you soon Thanks! -Jeff Bulger"

Chris H.
Jun 2015
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$138
The keys are no longer manufactured, but the Bulger tech was able to hand-fashion replacement keys and a lock that worked perfectly.
Response from Bulger Safe & Lock
"Thanks for taking the time to let us and everyone else know how we are doing. We truly appreciate the business and look forward to working with you again in the future! Thanks! -Jeff Bulger"

MARIA A.
Jun 2015
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$500
unknown

Alison M.
Jun 2015
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$80
On time, friendly employee, lock put in perfectly and price was great! Would use them again.

Mark P.
Jun 2015
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$300
unknown

Mark P.
Apr 2015
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$310
I needed a fast rekeying after an old key disappeared under dubious circumstances. I called them in the middle of the afternoon, and they were able to give me an appointment for first thing the next morning. Three locksmiths showed up right on time. They did a very good job, and corrected a couple of existing problems with the locks in the process. The new keys work great, and I thought the price was very reasonable considering the scope of the job and the speed of their response.

Gail B.
Jan 2015
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$180
unknown

Kathleen W.
Jan 2015
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$120
They did a good job. The keys work well. They never called me back. After the estimate I had to call them. Then when they were done I had to call and remind them. The only problem was with communication.

Keiko M.
Dec 2014
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
The technician came on time and get the job done quickly. He was courteous and kind. I thought the price was reasonable, too.

Jane G.
Oct 2014
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$200
Great help as always, informative, clear and professional people. Last time I used them someone came out on his own to assess the lock situation. These people are the best in the business. What customer service should be.
Showing 1-25 of 78

Licensing

State Contractor License Requirements

All statements concerning insurance, licenses, and bonds are informational only, and are self-reported. Since insurance, licenses and bonds can expire and can be cancelled, homeowners should always check such information for themselves. To find more licensing information for your state, visit our Find Licensing Requirements page.

*Contact business to see additional licenses.

FAQ

Bulger Safe & Lock is currently rated 4.6 overall out of 5.

Bulger Safe & Lock accepts the following forms of payment: CreditCard

Yes, Bulger Safe & Lock offers free project estimates.

No, Bulger Safe & Lock does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.

No, Bulger Safe & Lock does not offer a senior discount.

No, Bulger Safe & Lock does not offer emergency services.

No, Bulger Safe & Lock does not offer warranties.