Residential Locksmith in Chicago (IL)

Chicago Locksmith Expert provides 24-hour residential locksmith services in Chicago & DuPage County (Illinois). Our expert technicians will come to your house and fix all your lock and key troubles. Call us today for professional and friendly service with peace of mind.

Lost your house keys? Accidentally locked out of your house? Need spare house keys made? Have you just moved into a new house and need your house locks rekeyed for safety? We have the expertise to deliver professional residential locksmith services in the Chicago area.

Our team provides 24/7 residential locksmith services across Chicago and nearby suburbs, including Hyde Park, Lincoln Park, Lakeview, Pilsen, Wicker Park, and Downtown Chicago.

Why Choose Us as Your Chicago Residential Locksmith?

  • Licensed, insured & bonded
  • 24/7 emergency locksmith
  • Fast response
  • On-site assistance
  • Serving Chicago & suburbs

24-Hour Residential Locksmith in Chicago (IL) & Suburbs

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Searching for a Chicago (IL) residential locksmith near me? Chicago Locksmith Expert is your local 24/7 Chicago locksmith providing the whole range of residential locksmith services.

With our fast-response mobile locksmith service, we provide residential locksmith services in Chicago as well as its suburban locations.

Chicago Locksmith Expert takes pride in delivering the best quality workmanship. Our lock hardware and spares are top grade products from trusted manufacturers. Products like Schlage locks and Kwikset locks are trusted for offering best security. Whether you need patio door locks or keypad locks, we do not compromise with quality of our products for your security.

Our Residential Locksmith Services

  • Lock installation & repair
  • Lock replacement/change
  • Rekey locks
  • Pop a lock
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Digital door lock
  • Keypad lock
  • House door lock changed
  • Mailbox lock replacement
  • Cabinet locks
  • Broken key extraction
  • Sliding door locks
  • Window locks
  • High security locks
  • Smart lock installation
  • New house keys
  • House rekeying
  • Key maker/key duplication
  • Emergency lockout services
  • Garage door locks
  • Door knob installation

House lockout assistance: Locked out of your house or apartment? Worry not! Our Chicago locksmiths provide fast door unlocking without damaging your locks. If you’ve locked yourself out of your home or lost your keys, our mobile locksmiths will pick locks, unlock house door and quickly get you back inside your house. We can also make duplicate house keys so that you always have a spare key on hand.

Lock installation: When you move into a new house or want to upgrade your locks, our Chicago residential locksmith service can install locks at your home. Our experts will help you choose the right lock hardware for your home security. We can install a variety of locks, including deadbolts, padlocks, and smart locks.

Lock repair: From broken deadbolts to worn-out door locks, we repair and replace all types of residential locks. Locks are damaged or worn out with repeated use and impact of weather. You don’t need to change locks for minor damages. We provide lock repair services. If a lock is beyond repair, we can replace broken or damaged locks to ensure your home security.

House rekeying: When you’ve moved into a new house or lost your keys or want to prevent someone from using a lost or stolen key, you need your locks rekeyed. Our Chicago residential locksmiths will rekey your locks, rendering old keys useless. Rekeying is a cost-effective way to improve your house security without buying expensive locks.

Security system installation: Want to enhance your home’s security? We provide a wide range of security services such as installation of security systems, smart locks, digital locks, keyless entry systems and door reinforcement to make sure that your home is protected against intruders and break-ins.

Safe installation and combo change: If you have valuables at your home, you need to keep them in a safe. We can help you choose and install the right safe to protect your valuables such as jewelry and documents. When you forget your safe combination, our Chicago safe locksmiths will change your safe combination code for you. We also provide safe repair services if your safe has been damaged or needs maintenance.

High-security & digital locks: Looking to upgrade from traditional locks to high-security locks or digital door locks? We install ANSI Grade 1 locks, deadbolts, and pick-resistant systems. Our technicians will help you select the best security hardware and solutions for your home.

24-Hour Emergency House Locksmith in Chicago, IL

Security emergencies can happen any time. That’s why we provide Chicago 24-hour residential locksmith service for situations in need of urgent locksmith attention. Do you need an emergency “pop a lock” service as you locked your keys in your house? Does your front or back door need kick-in repair? Do you have a broken key stuck inside the lock and need someone for key extraction? Our locksmith experts can quickly unlock doors, duplicate keys and extract broken keys from door locks. Call us and explain your emergency. We’ll send our Chicago locksmith to your home.

If you lose your house keys, lock them inside your house, or break your key in a lock, you need an emergency residential locksmith who can provide you fast service. You may also need emergency lock rekeying when you change your cleaning company or terminate other service providers with keys to your house. When a person with access to your keys can no longer be trusted, the situation demands immediate lock rekeying. Beyond our regular work hours, we provide 24-hour emergency locksmith service for urgent needs.

Door Installation & Repair Services in Chicago, IL

Do you need professional door installation at your Chicago home? Chicago Locksmith Expert provides door installation and door repair services for homeowners in Chicago (Illinois) and nearby suburbs. If you have suffered a break-in at your home or garage, you need kick-in burglary repair. When you need door repair or door lock changed for your home, call us for prompt residential locksmith services. Our mobile locksmith will come to your address equipped with tools and spares needed to handle the door repair service.

We also repair and replace door hardware. Security of your house depends on your home’s entrance and exit doors. Always entrust your home’s security to an experienced locksmith professionals. Our technicians are screened and picked to ensure they meet our high standards for providing your friendly service and peace of mind.

Call Your Trusted Residential Locksmith in Chicago

If you’re searching for a residential locksmith near me in Chicago, we’re just a call away. From Hyde Park to Oak Park, Downtown to Elmhurst, we have our locksmith service vans fully equipped and loaded with spares to deliver fast service. Our expert locksmiths are always ready to help. Call now for 24/7 home locksmith services in Chicago.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does your residential locksmith service cost in Chicago?

The average cost for our residential locksmith services in Chicago ranges from $75 to $150 for standard services such as house lockouts, lock rekeying, and lock replacement. Emergency services or after-hours calls cost more.

Can your locksmiths unlock my apartment door without damage?

Yes, our locksmiths use specialized tools to unlock doors without causing damage. If the lock is damaged or very high-security, we may need to drill it, but you’ll be informed beforehand.

Do I need to change my locks after moving to a new house?

No, you can upgrade your security by rekeying your locks. This ensures old keys no longer work, restricting unauthorized access to your house. You need to change the locks only when they are worn out or not reliable.

What types of locks do Chicago Locksmith Expert installs?

We install a wide range of locks including deadbolts, knob locks, mortise locks, high-security locks, and modern smart locks with keypad or Bluetooth access.

Do your locksmiths in Chicago offer 24/7 emergency home services?

Yes, we provide 24/7 emergency services for home lockouts, broken keys, or urgent lock replacements across Chicago and nearby suburbs such as Elmhurst.

How long does it take a locksmith to unlock a door?

Most home lockouts can be resolved in 10–30 minutes after arrival, depending on the type of lock and security level installed.

Can your locksmiths make a copy of my house key?

Yes, our expert residential locksmiths can duplicate house keys, including standard, high-security, and restricted keys. For advanced security keys, special authorization may be required.


Our Service Areas

We serve all of Chicago and nearby suburbs. Our locksmith services are available in all major neighborhoods of Chicago, including Downtown Chicago, The Loop, Hyde Park, Lincoln Park, Lakeview, Pilsen, Wicker Park, Logan Square, Rogers Park, Bronzeville, as well as suburbs like Oak Park, Elmhurst, Cicero, Berwyn, Skokie, and Evanston.

Our Service Areas in Chicago

Downtown / Central Chicago Neighborhoods
  • Chinatown
  • Gold Coast
  • Loop (Downtown Chicago)
  • Near North Side (includes River North, Old Town)
  • Near South Side
  • Near West Side (includes West Loop, Fulton Market)
  • Old Town (Near North)
  • River North (Near North)
  • Streeterville
  • Parkview (South Loop/near Museum Campus)
North Side Neighborhoods
  • Albany Park
  • Andersonville
  • Avondale
  • Belmont (near Avondale/Belmont Cragin)
  • Budlong Woods
  • Buena Park
  • Edgewater
  • Edison Park
  • Forest Glen
  • Irving Park
  • Jefferson Park
  • Lake View
  • Lincoln Park
  • Lincoln Square
  • North Center
  • North Park
  • Norwood Park
  • Ravenswood
  • Rogers Park
  • Uptown
  • Wicker Park / Bucktown
  • Wrigleyville
  • Northalsted / Boystown
South Side Neighborhoods
  • Armour Square
  • Ashburn
  • Auburn Gresham
  • Avalon Park
  • Beverly
  • Bridgeport
  • Bronzeville
  • Burnside
  • Calumet Heights
  • Chatham
  • Chicago South
  • Englewood
  • Fuller Park
  • Greater Grand Crossing
  • Hyde Park
  • Kenwood
  • Kensington (Roseland/Pullman border)
  • Morgan Park
  • Pullman
  • Riverdale
  • Roseland
  • South Chicago
  • South Deering
  • South Shore
  • Washington Heights
  • Washington Park / Woodlawn
  • West Englewood
  • West Pullman
West Side Neighborhoods
  • Archer Heights
  • Austin
  • Belmont Cragin
  • Brighton Park
  • Cicero (suburb)
  • Douglass Park (part of North Lawndale/Douglas)
  • Dunning
  • East Garfield Park
  • Gage Park
  • Garfield Ridge
  • Hermosa
  • Humboldt Park
  • Little Italy / University Village
  • Little Village (South Lawndale)
  • Logan Square
  • Lower West Side (Pilsen)
  • McKinley Park
  • Montclare
  • Noble Square
  • North Lawndale
  • Portage Park
  • Stickney (suburb)
  • West Elsdon
  • West Garfield Park
  • West Lawn
  • West Town

Our services are available in almost all of the Chicago metropolitan area within Illinois. Some of the Chicago ZIP codes that we serve include 60018, 60068, 60106, 60131, 60176, 60601, 60602, 60603, 60604, 60605, 60606, 60607, 60608, 60609, 60610, 60611, 60612, 60613, 60614, 60615, 60616, 60617, 60618, 60619, 60620, 60621, 60622, 60623, 60624, 60625, 60626, 60628, 60629, 60630, 60631, 60632, 60633, 60634, 60636, 60637, 60638, 60639, 60640, 60641, 60642, 60643, 60644, 60645, 60646, 60647, 60649, 60651, 60652, 60653, 60654, 60655, 60656, 60657, 60659, 60660, 60661, 60706, 60707, 60714, 60804, 60827.