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
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$95
Rekey, per cylinder
from
$59
Lock change
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$95
Keypad install
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$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 pins inside your cylinder so a new key works and all the old ones stop. The lock stays on the door, so it is fast and inexpensive.
With so much 1960s and 70s housing in Margate, the first question is whether a lock is worth rekeying at all. If a cylinder is worn, gritty or loose, we will say so and quote a replacement instead of rekeying something about to fail.
For landlords, a rekey on every turnover is the cheapest security step there is. You will never know how many copies the last tenant made; a rekey makes that question irrelevant.
In villa communities like Oriole Gardens, Paradise Gardens and Holiday Springs, the association may keep a master key. Let the office know you are rekeying so their records stay right.
Common questions
Margate rekeying FAQ
What people ask before booking a rekey in Margate.
Is rekeying cheaper than new locks?
Almost always. You pay to change the key, not the hardware. Worn locks are the exception, and we will point them out.
How long does it take?
Minutes per lock. A typical Margate house or villa is done inside an hour.
Can all my doors use one key?
Usually, if the locks share a compatible keyway.
Do I need association approval?
Rarely, since the lock looks the same. If your community keeps a master key, let them know.
My tenant moved out. Is a rekey enough?
For most landlords, yes. Any worn lock can be replaced on the same visit.
Can you do it the same day?
In most cases. Tell us how many locks and we will price it on the phone.
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.
