TRUSTED FOR OVER 15 YEARS
Trusted Locksmith for Washington, DC Homes and Businesses
Your Washington DC locksmith for residential, automotive, and commercial lock service, plus door repair and replacement, from emergency lockouts to full commercial door installs.
What Do You Need Help With?
Choose a service to see how we handle it. Open daily, 7 AM–11 PM.
Locked out right now? Emergency locksmith service or call (202) 919-5727.
Locksmith Services Built Around Washington DC
Every neighborhood in DC has its own mix of building types, from older rowhomes in Capitol Hill to modern office buildings downtown. That variety means lock and door problems don't come in a one-size-fits-all package, and neither do our solutions.
Whether you're standing outside your Adams Morgan apartment with keys locked inside, or your storefront near U Street needs a commercial-grade lock upgrade, our team shows up prepared for the specific problem you're facing.
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What We Handle
Our core services cover the situations DC residents and business owners run into most:
- Emergency locksmith — lockouts, break-in damage, and urgent lock failures
- Residential locksmith — rekeys, lock changes, and new lock installation for homes and apartments
- Commercial locksmith — master key systems, high-security locks, and access control for offices and retail spaces
- Door replacement — full door and hardware replacement when a lock alone won't solve the problem
- Automotive locksmith — car lockouts, key replacement, and fob programming
- Commercial door repair — alignment, closers, panic bars, and hardware for commercial entrances
- Access control — keypads, card readers, and electric strikes
- Master key systems — access by area for offices and buildings
A Commercial Entrance Is a Complete System
When a commercial door won't lock or close properly, the cause isn't always the lock. We handle the entire door and locking system for offices, retail stores, restaurants, and apartment buildings across DC, including:
- Commercial door repair, replacement, and alignment
- Door closers, hinges, and continuous hinges
- Panic bars and exit devices
- Locks, strikes, and access control hardware
- Storefront and metal commercial doors
For details, see commercial door repair, door closer repair, panic bar repair, or access control systems, or call us and we’ll help you figure out what’s actually wrong.
Residential & Commercial Brands We Use
We install, repair, and service residential and commercial locks, doors, and hardware across Washington, DC, from home deadbolts and high-security locks to commercial door closers, panic bars, access control systems, and hinges.
Brand names and logos are trademarks of their respective owners. DC Locks & Doors is an independent locksmith and is not affiliated with these manufacturers.
Why Homeowners and Businesses Choose Us
We focus on getting the job done correctly the first time. That means using quality hardware, explaining your options clearly before we start any work, and pricing jobs honestly with no surprise add-ons. We're not the biggest locksmith outfit in the city, and we like it that way — it means the person who answers your call is the same person who understands the work.
Serving Washington DC
We work throughout Washington DC, from Georgetown to Capitol Hill and everywhere in between. If you're not sure whether your address falls in our service area, just give us a call and we'll let you know.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How fast can a locksmith get to me in Washington DC?
A: Response times depend on your location and current job volume, but we prioritize lockouts and urgent security issues. Call us and we’ll give you an honest estimate before you commit.
Q: Do you work on both homes and businesses?
A: Yes. We handle residential jobs like rekeys and lock changes, as well as commercial work like master key systems and high-security lock installation.
Q: What if my lock is damaged and can't just be rekeyed?
A: In some cases the lock or even the door itself is damaged beyond a simple rekey. We’ll assess it on-site and recommend lock replacement or full door replacement if that’s the better long-term fix.
Q: Do you provide free estimates?
A: Yes. Estimates are free. Call us at (202) 919-5727 with details about your situation, and we’ll walk you through pricing before any work begins.
Q: Are your locksmiths licensed and insured?
A: Yes. DC Locks & Doors is licensed and insured for residential, commercial, and automotive locksmith work throughout Washington, DC.
Locked out or need a lock fixed in Washington, DC?
Call DC Locks & Doors at (202) 919-5727. Open daily, 7 AM–11 PM.








