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!"
Rekeying changes the small pins inside your existing cylinder so it works with a brand-new key, and every old key stops working immediately. The lock stays on the door. Nothing gets replaced, which is why it costs a fraction of new hardware and takes minutes per door rather than an afternoon.
The usual question is rekey or replace. If the hardware turns smoothly and looks sound, rekeying is the right answer nearly every time. If the cylinder is corroded, the key already sticks, or the lock is builder-grade hardware on its last legs, replacing it makes more sense. In coastal Broward, corrosion is a real factor on anything facing the weather.
Builder-grade locks in master-planned developments deserve a specific mention. Large communities are often fitted out by the same contractor, and it is not unusual for hardware to be keyed alike across multiple homes during construction. If you bought new, rekeying is not paranoia. It is closing a door the build process left open.
Landlords and property managers: turnover rekeys are routine work for us, and we can schedule several units in one visit for less than separate trips. If you run more than a handful of doors, ask about a master key system so one key covers everything while each tenant keeps their own.
Common questions
Rekeying FAQ
What people ask before booking a rekey.
What is the difference between rekeying and changing a lock?
Rekeying changes the pins inside the lock you already have, so a new key works and old keys do not. Changing the lock replaces the whole thing. Rekeying is cheaper and quicker when the hardware is fine.
How long does rekeying take?
Minutes per lock once we are at the door. A typical house with a few exterior doors is usually done well inside an hour.
Can you key all my doors to one key?
Yes, and it is the most common request we get. If your locks are the same brand it is straightforward, and if they are not we will tell you what it takes.
Is rekeying as secure as a new lock?
Yes, provided the lock itself is in good condition. The security comes from the pin configuration, which is completely changed. What rekeying does not fix is a worn or damaged lock.
Do I need to be home?
Someone with authority over the property needs to let us in and confirm the work. For rentals that can be you, your tenant with your say-so, or a property manager.
Can every lock be rekeyed?
Most can. Some very cheap locks and some proprietary or high-security systems are exceptions, and we will tell you honestly if yours is one before we start.
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.
