Locked out after hours
Keys left inside the house, apartment, or office late at night or on a holiday.
INSTANTLOCKSMITH (888) 451-9697
Available 24/7
Emergency Locksmith Help,
Day or Night
Lockouts rarely happen at a convenient time. Our referral line answers 24/7 and helps connect you with an independent locksmith provider in your area.
Call (888) 451-9697Enter your ZIP code to find locksmith assistance in your area.
We’ll show you the nearest area we serve. Call to check current provider availability.
Emergency Locksmith
What an emergency locksmith call covers
An emergency locksmith visit is usually about one thing: getting you back inside, or making an opening secure again, as soon as a provider can reach you. That might mean opening a locked door, dealing with a key that snapped in the cylinder, or securing a lock that was damaged in a break-in.
Instant Locksmith does not send its own technicians. We are a referral service: when you call, we take your ZIP code and a short description of the problem, then help connect you with an independent provider who serves your area. Availability depends on the time, your location, and the providers working at that moment.
When to call
Common emergency situations
Broken key in the lock
Part of the key is stuck in the cylinder and the door won't open or lock.
Damaged lock after a break-in
A forced door or lock that needs to be secured before you can leave it.
Lock stopped working
A deadbolt or handle that suddenly won't turn, leaving a door stuck open or shut.
On the day
What to expect when the provider arrives
- When you call, have your ZIP code, the type of door or lock, and whether anyone is in danger ready.
- Ask the provider on the phone for an estimate and expected arrival time, then confirm the price again on site before work starts.
- Expect to be asked for proof that you're allowed to access the property.
- After a break-in, contact the police before having locks repaired so the damage can be documented.
Nationwide Network
We connect you with independent locksmith providers across the U.S.
Available 24/7
Our referral line answers day or night.
Independent Providers
The provider you hire performs the work and handles payment directly.
How Instant Locksmith works
We connect you, the provider does the job
Instant Locksmith connects customers with independent locksmith providers nationwide. We do not employ locksmiths.
Step 1
Call our referral line
Share your ZIP code and a quick description of the lock problem.
Step 2
Get connected
We help connect you with an independent provider who serves your area.
Step 3
Confirm the details
Agree on timing and price directly with the provider before work begins.
Common questions
Questions about emergency locksmith help
Related services
- Locked out of a vehicle instead of a building? Car Lockouts
- Need help with home locks that isn't urgent? Residential Locksmith
- Lost keys and want the old ones to stop working? Rekeying Services
Is your phone line really open 24 hours?
Yes, our referral line can be called 24 hours a day, every day. Whether a provider can come out right away depends on who is available in your area at that time.
How fast will someone get here?
We can't promise an arrival time. When you're connected with a provider, ask them for their estimated arrival based on your location and current workload.
Do emergency calls cost more?
Many independent providers charge more for late-night, weekend, or holiday work. The provider sets the price, so ask for an estimate before agreeing to service.
Who actually does the work?
An independent locksmith provider. Instant Locksmith does not employ locksmiths; we help connect you with one and the provider handles the job and payment.
What if I feel unsafe while waiting?
Call 911 first. While you wait for the provider, stay somewhere well lit, in your car with the doors locked, or with a neighbor.
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