Search locksmith near me in Broward and you get a screen full of listings. A lot of them are dispatch networks that pass your job to whoever is closest. Here is the honest difference.
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You get Joe, not a subcontractor
Call 954-994-1984 and you reach Joe, the owner. Joe is also the person who turns up at your door. No call centre, no voicemail, and nobody bidding your job out to a stranger.
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Licensed & insured in Florida
Fully licensed and insured to work throughout Broward County. Ask for the license number any time. A locksmith who gets cagey about that question is telling you something.
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The quote is the price
The oldest trick in this trade is a cheap number on the phone that triples once your lock is already drilled. You get a clear quote before any work starts, and that is what you pay. No dispatch fee bolted on at the end.
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One county, since 2012
KSB works Broward, and only Broward, and has done since 2012. That is over a decade of knowing which buildings run which hardware, where the gate offices are, and how long it really takes to cross the county at five on a Friday.
Straight pricing
What it costs
Starting prices, published up front. Not a teaser rate and not a flat rate: whatever number you are quoted before work begins is the number you pay.
Car lockout
from
$95
House lockout
from
$95
Rekey, per cylinder
from
$59
Lock change
from
$95
Keypad install
from
$139
Why every price says from
Because a standard residential deadbolt is not the same job as a high-security cylinder or a multipoint patio door, and five cylinders keyed alike is not the same as five separate rekeys. Tell us the lock and the door when you call and you get a firm number before anyone touches anything. There is no dispatch fee, and no charge for turning up and quoting.
What customers say
5 stars across South Florida
Don't take our word for it — read our verified customer reviews on Google and Yelp.
★★★★★
"Friendly and speedy service. I was able to get a same day appointment which helped tremendously because of my work schedule. Very reasonably priced, I would recommend this company anytime. Joe was phenomenal."
Jaffia L. — Yelp review
★★★★★
"What a great experience. I was so nervous getting new locks installed but Joe is a professional with a wonderful personality. Arrived promptly on time, knew exactly what would work for me. Was so conscientious- even made sure the locks matched the doors! Pricing was reasonable and he was so quick and efficient. I would recommend this company to all my loved ones and friends! Great service, great company, thank you!!!"
Kaya G. — Yelp review
★★★★★
"He is extremely professional and had my office door opened in less than a minute without any damage to the door or lock. I would highly recommend KSB Locksmith! Thanks Joe!"
Before replacing anything we check the door itself, because the lock is often not the real problem. A deadbolt that will not throw cleanly is usually a strike plate or alignment issue rather than a failed cylinder, and swapping the lock without fixing the alignment just puts new hardware into the same bad situation. Doors in South Florida move with humidity, and older homes move the most.
When replacement genuinely is the answer, the grade of hardware matters more than the brand on the box. Builder-grade deadbolts are the cheapest component on most front doors and they behave like it. Stepping up to a properly rated deadbolt costs less than people expect and is the most meaningful security upgrade available on a typical home.
On anything within reach of the coast, corrosion resistance matters as much as the mechanism. We have replaced plenty of hardware that failed in under two years because it was never rated for the environment it was hung in. Choosing correctly the first time is cheaper than doing this twice.
If you are replacing more than one door, say so up front. We can key everything alike so you carry one key, match finishes across the house, and it costs meaningfully less than booking separate visits later.
Common questions
Lock change FAQ
What people ask before replacing hardware.
Should I replace or just rekey?
If the hardware works smoothly and looks sound, rekey — it is cheaper and faster. If it sticks, is corroded, or is cheap builder-grade hardware, replacing is the better spend. We will tell you which yours is.
Can you match all my doors to one key?
Yes. New hardware can be keyed alike across every exterior door so you carry a single key, and it is far cheaper done in one visit.
How long does a lock change take?
A straightforward deadbolt swap is quick. Add door alignment work, a new bore, or several doors and it takes longer. We give you the time along with the price.
Do you supply the locks or do I?
Either. We carry quality hardware and can bring options, or we will fit hardware you have already bought as long as it suits the door.
What brands do you install?
We fit the major reputable brands and choose based on the door, the exposure and your budget. Near the coast we steer people toward hardware rated for it.
Can you upgrade a condo unit door?
Usually, but many buildings specify what is allowed on a unit door. We deal with those rules regularly and will work within them.
Service area
We serve all of Broward County
Click your city for local locksmith information, pricing, and service details specific to your area. Not listed? We still cover you — call 954-994-1984.
