Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Locksmith in Dallas, TX
Since 1949, A-1 Locksmith has been a trusted name in security solutions, proudly serving the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex and Austin as a family-owned business. As a third-generation company, we combine decades of hands-on experience with cutting-edge technology to deliver reliable residential, commercial, and automotive locksmith services. Our team of licensed professionals operates from 15+ retail and mobile locations, offering 24/7 emergency assistance with a 100% satisfaction guarantee.We specialize in lockouts, key duplication, access control systems, safe installation, and advanced security solutions, backed by an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau. Committed to excellence, we maintain strict industry standards with bonded, insured technicians and GPS-monitored service vehicles. Whether protecting homes, businesses, or vehicles, our focus remains on providing swift, expert service tailored to our customers' evolving security needs.
Services
Residential Lockouts
Auto Key Programming
Safe Installation
Access Control Systems
Security Cameras
Commercial Lock Repairs
Emergency Locksmith Services
Details
- Year established: 1949
Highlights and features
- 75 years of family-owned expertise in Texas security needs
- 15+ retail and mobile locations across DFW and Austin
- A+ Better Business Bureau rating with 8,000+ customer reviews
- 24/7 emergency services with GPS-tracked response vehicles
- 100% satisfaction guarantee on all locksmith solutions
Associations and certifications
- Better Business Bureau
- Texas Department of Public Safety
What people say
Prompt service
Expert solutions
Reliable technicians
Great customer service
Satisfaction guaranteed
Services
Residential Lockouts
Our licensed technicians provide rapid response for home lockout emergencies, using non-destructive entry methods to regain access safely. Available 24/7 with average response times under 30 minutes across DFW and Austin. Services include lock repair, rekeying, and installation of high-security systems to protect homes.
Auto Key Programming
We program transponder keys, fobs, and smart keys for all vehicle makes, eliminating dealership costs. Services include emergency roadside key replacement, ignition repair, and programming for modern keyless entry systems. Mobile technicians bring equipment directly to your location for convenience.
Access Control Systems
Custom access control solutions protect commercial properties with keycard systems, biometric scanners, and remote management capabilities. Our installations integrate with existing security infrastructure, offering scalable options from basic office setups to enterprise-level multi-location systems with audit trail capabilities.
Safe Installation
We install residential and commercial safes ranging from small document containers to UL-rated vaults. Services include floor/wall safe mounting, digital lock programming, and retrofitting existing safes with modern security features. Technicians also provide safe combination changes and maintenance for long-term reliability.
Security Camera Systems
Our CCTV and IP camera systems offer 24/7 property monitoring with remote viewing capabilities via smartphone apps. Installations include wired and wireless options with night vision, motion detection, and cloud storage integration. We service both residential homes and commercial properties requiring multi-camera networked systems.
Questions
Do you provide 24/7 emergency locksmith services?
Yes, our mobile technicians operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week across Texas for lockouts, broken key extraction, and urgent security repairs.
Are your locksmiths licensed and insured?
All technicians hold active Texas locksmith licenses with bonding and insurance coverage, including GPS-tracked service vehicles for accountability.
Which areas do you service?
We cover Dallas, Fort Worth, Plano, Austin, and surrounding Texas areas with 15+ retail locations and mobile units serving both urban and suburban communities.
Can you program car key fobs?
Our technicians program transponder keys, smart keys, and fobs for all vehicle makes, including advanced systems requiring onboard computer synchronization.
Do you offer commercial security solutions?
Yes, we provide master key systems, access control installation, and high-security lock upgrades for businesses with options for multi-location management.
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Reviews (5)
Gerardo Olivares
Oct 19, 2021
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Critical:Value
Overly Expensive. They sure know how to overprice. Almost feel like I was stolen from just to retrieve my car keys.
Overly Expensive. They sure know how to overprice. Almost feel like I was stolen from just to retrieve my car keys.
Carlos B.
Jul 25, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness
Today I came in wanting a new key fob for my truck. I recieved nothing but great attitude from Mike he was quick to help me out and get me taken care of! Definitely recommend this place for any needs in keys.
Today I came in wanting a new key fob for my truck. I recieved nothing but great attitude from Mike he was quick to help me out and get me taken care of! Definitely recommend this place for any needs in keys.
Saul Dean
Jul 23, 2021
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A-1 locksmith are life savers, if you have any thing that has to do with keys, I encourage you to go to A-1, they respond to calls, and communicate too, there is a difference between copy cats and original. A-1 is the real deal, I'm satisfied. After calling too many so-called locksmith places, they don't pick their calls nor return calls, A-1 have made my day. You people get my business for life. I want to say thank you guys with much appreciation.
Victor Ramos
Jun 20, 2021
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ABSOLUTELY AMAZING SERVICE! Same day service within hours of calling. Very professional and extremely easy to work with. Reasonably priced key fobs excellent communication I would highly recommend. Don is your guy!
Manjula Dhaninkula
Jan 31, 2021
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Had my key rebuilt in Carrollton location, which din quite work.
Visited this location to get it fixed as it was nearer.
Forgot the name but The guy with the specs and very short hair was very very very helpful and understanding. All 5 stars for him. Knowledgeable and very helpful.
Thanks
Visited this location to get it fixed as it was nearer.
Forgot the name but The guy with the specs and very short hair was very very very helpful and understanding. All 5 stars for him. Knowledgeable and very helpful.
Thanks
