Locksmith FAQ

We guarantee arrival in 20 minutes or less anywhere in North Idaho. If we're late, your service is automatically discounted. Our technicians are stationed throughout Kootenai County — there's always someone close.

Yes — 365 days a year, including all holidays. We staff full teams overnight and on weekends. No after-hours surcharge. A 3am call costs the same flat rate as a noon call.

Every technician is fully insured, bonded, and background-checked, covered by $1M liability insurance. We never use unlicensed subcontractors.

We quote upfront, in writing, before any work begins. The price we quote is the price you pay — no travel fees, no service-call surcharges, no parts surprises. If scope changes, we tell you first.

All of the North Idaho — Coeur d'Alene, Post Falls, Hayden, Rathdrum, Dalton Gardens, Hayden Lake, Spirit Lake, Athol and the surrounding Kootenai County communities. See our Service Area page.

Yes. For non-emergency work we provide a free on-site estimate with no obligation. For emergency lockouts, we quote by phone before dispatching.

Call us at (208) 445-9032. While you wait, check all other entry points. Do not try to force the door — you'll damage the frame and increase repair costs.

In almost every case, yes. We pick most residential locks in under two minutes with zero damage. Drilling is a last resort we use only when picking fails. We always attempt non-destructive entry first.

We do not break locks unless there is absolutely no alternative. If destructive entry is ever necessary, we'll tell you before we do it and explain why.

Just your location and the make/model/year of your vehicle. We document the job with photos as part of our standard process.

Call your landlord or property manager (legally required to help), or call us directly. We'll get you in fast without waiting for your landlord.

Rekeying changes the internal pins so old keys no longer work — the hardware stays. Replacing means a whole new lock. Rekeying costs $25–$50 per lock and takes 10 minutes. Choose rekeying when the lock is in good condition.

Typically $25–$50 per lock plus a one-time service fee. Most homes have 2–4 locks. We also do same-key service so all locks use one key.

Yes — called key consolidation. We rekey all locks to one key. Same cost as a standard rekeying job, and incredibly convenient.

Always rekey when you move in. You have no idea how many copies of the previous key exist. It's the single highest-impact security upgrade you can do.

ANSI Grade-1 is the highest residential security rating — these bolts withstand 250,000+ cycles and 10 kick-in attempts. Most homes ship with Grade-2 or Grade-3 hardware. We recommend Grade-1 on all exterior doors.

All major brands: August, Schlage, Yale, Kwikset, Ultraloq, Wyze, Level, Ring, and Nest. Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, Z-Wave, Zigbee, and Matter. If you bought it, we install it.

In most cases, yes. Smart locks replace standard deadbolts and need a standard ANSI 2-1/8" bore. We handle any door prep needed.

Yes. We troubleshoot dead batteries, failed connections, stripped gearboxes, misaligned bolts, and app pairing issues. Most repairs take under 30 minutes on-site.

Most smart locks include a key cylinder backup. We always program both during installation so you have a fail-safe if the app goes down.

Yes. We cut and program from scratch using your VIN. You need proof of ownership (registration or title) and a valid ID.

Transponder keys: $75–$150. Smart/push-start keys: $150–$300. Luxury brands: $200–$400. We charge 40–60% less than dealerships. See our Car Keys page for details.

Yes — key cards for Model 3, Model Y, Model S, and Model X. You'll need your Tesla account credentials and vehicle PIN during programming.

80% of fob issues are a dead battery — a $3 fix. If a new battery doesn't work, we diagnose before recommending any replacement.

Yes — we come to you. Home, work, parking lot — 24/7 across the entire North Idaho. No towing required.

Master key systems, access control (key card, fob, biometric), electric strikes, magnetic locks, panic bars, high-security lock upgrades, and emergency commercial lockouts.

A hierarchical key structure where a master key opens all locks while individual keys only open specific doors. We design and install complete systems.

Yes — standalone keypads, card readers, fob systems, and full networked access control. We work with HID, Schlage, Allegion, and Lenel.

A motorized strike plate that releases remotely — triggered by buzzer, keypad, or access control. Allows remote door release without a key. Common in offices and apartment lobbies.