Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Seattle's Premier Locksmith Services Since 1963
Since 1963, Ballard Lock & Key has been a trusted provider of comprehensive locksmith solutions in the greater Seattle area. Our team of fully licensed, bonded, and insured professionals delivers mobile and in-shop services for residential, commercial, and automotive security needs. With a steadfast commitment to customer satisfaction, we maintain a 4.9 Google rating through rapid response times, state-of-the-art equipment, and transparent pricing. Our expertise spans emergency lockout resolution, key duplication, high-security lock installations, and vandalism repair, supported by partnerships with leading hardware manufacturers.As a BBB-accredited business with decades of local experience, we combine technical proficiency with ethical practices to address security challenges efficiently. Our shop operations in Ballard serve as the foundation for community-focused service that prioritizes reliability and affordability. Customer testimonials consistently highlight our punctuality, problem-solving skills, and respectful treatment of property during critical access situations.
Services
Residential Locksmith
Commercial Locksmith
Automotive Locksmith
Emergency Lockout
Security Upgrades
Details
- Year established: 1963
Highlights and features
- 40+ years serving Seattle's security needs with proven expertise
- Better Business Bureau accredited with consistent customer satisfaction
- 24/7 mobile service responding within 30 minutes across King County
- Authorized dealers for major security hardware brands with warranties
- Combination of shop convenience and full-service mobile capabilities
Associations and certifications
- Better Business Bureau
What people say
Professional in every way
Arrived within 12 minutes
Reasonable pricing
No property damage
Expert problem-solving
Services
Residential Locksmith
Emergency lockout assistance and comprehensive home security solutions for Seattle residents. Our certified technicians provide key duplication, lock repair, and high-security deadbolt installations. Customers benefit from same-day service and guaranteed pricing with no hidden fees.
Commercial Locksmith
Tailored access control systems and master key solutions for Seattle businesses. Services include security audits, vandalism repair, and ADA-compliant hardware installation. Our commercial team works after hours to minimize business disruption while enhancing property protection.
Automotive Locksmith
Specialized vehicle key replacement and ignition repair for all makes and models. We handle transponder keys, smart keys, and traditional automotive locks with mobile service to your location. Pricing includes parts and labor with a guarantee against dealership overcharging.
Emergency Lockout Service
Rapid response for urgent lockout situations at homes, businesses, or vehicles. Technicians arrive within 30 minutes equipped with advanced tools to gain entry without damage. Service available daily from 7 AM to 11 PM across the entire King County region.
Security Upgrades
High-security lock installations and system modernization using premium brands like Schlage and Medeco. We offer bump-proof locks, electronic access systems, and commercial door closers. All products come with manufacturer warranties and professional installation guarantees.
Questions
What emergency locksmith services are available after hours?
Our mobile technicians respond to lockout emergencies daily from 7 AM to 11 PM across Seattle and surrounding areas.
Do you service both residential and commercial properties?
Yes, we provide complete security solutions for homes, businesses, and vehicles throughout King County.
What security hardware brands do you work with?
We install and repair products from Schlage, Kwikset, Medeco, Mul-T-Lock, and other leading security brands.
Can you duplicate high-security keys?
As authorized dealers, we program and duplicate restricted and transponder key systems with proper authorization.
What payment methods are accepted?
We accept credit cards and cash, with cash preferred for transactions under $5 at our shop location.
