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House Lockout Service for Homes, Apartments and Condos

Residential locksmith service
Locked out of your house?
need your locks rekeyed
or want to replace a door lock?
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Locked out of your house? KeyHub Locksmith sends a mobile technician to open your front, back, side or garage entry door and get you back inside without damage where possible. We work with houses, apartments, condos, townhomes and rentals, and we answer the phone 24/7, including holidays.

Call (425) 675-6617. You get the exact price on the phone before we send anyone, and that price doesn't change when the technician arrives. A technician reaches you in 15–20 minutes.

  • Open 24/7
  • Technician on the way in 15–20 minutes
  • Cash, cards, AMEX, Apple Pay & Zelle
  • Licensed, bonded & insured (WA license KEYHULL752OE)
Need help right now?

Call us and tell us which door you're locked out of.

OUR LOCKSMITH SERVICES
Fast mobile locksmith service for cars, homes, keys, and emergency lockouts
Lock Rekey
Lock Rekey
Make old keys stop working without replacing the locks.
Rekey my locks
House Lockout
House Lockout
Locked out of your home? We get you back in without damage.
Get back in
Car lockout service
Car Lockout
Keys shut inside the car? We open the door without damaging it.
Unlock my car
Commercial locksmith
Commercial
Office and storefront locks, master key systems, rekeys and exit devices.
Get service
Safe Lockout
Safe Lockout
Locked safe or lost combination? We open it on site.
Open my safe
Residential locksmith
Residential
Home lockouts, rekeys, lock repair and new lock installation.
Get service

Locked yourself out of your house? Do this first

If someone is inside and in danger, such as a small child alone, a pet in distress or a stove left on, call 911 first. You can call us once help is on the way.

If everyone is safe, three quick checks can save you the call
1Walk around to every door you use

Including the garage entry and any sliding door. People often check only the one they came out of.

2Think of who has a spare key

A family member, a roommate, a neighbor you trust.

3If you rent, try your landlord or property manager

Many keep a key for each unit.

Tip

If none of that works, call us from where you are. Our blog guide on what to do when you're locked out of your house covers the full list, including what not to try on your own door.

Home lockouts we handle

A house lockout is any situation where you can't get through your own door with the key or code you have. The most common ones we see:

Keys left inside

The door locked behind you, or you set the knob lock on the way out with the keys on the counter.

Locked out of house with no key at all

The keys are lost or stolen, so you need the door opened and then a decision about the lock (see below).

Key broken in the lock

Part of the key is stuck in the cylinder and the door won't open. We open the door and remove the broken piece; extraction on its own is covered on our residential locksmith page.

Key turns but the door stays shut

A worn cylinder, a failed latch or a deadbolt that no longer retracts can lock you out even with the right key.

Keypad or smart lock won't respond

A dead battery or a forgotten code can leave you outside with no physical key on hand.

Interior doors

A bedroom or bathroom door locked from the inside, often by a child.

Locked out of your apartment or condo

Apartment and condo lockouts add one more layer: the building itself. Before you call, it helps to know two things.

Can the technician reach your unit door?

If the lobby or gate is controlled, a neighbor, the front desk or building management may need to let the technician in. Tell us on the call so we plan for it.

Does the building have rules about locks?

Some leases and HOAs require the manager to approve lock changes or keep a copy of every unit key. Opening your door is usually fine, but if you also want the lock rekeyed or replaced, check with management first.

How we open a locked house door

On site, the technician looks at the door, the lock brand and type, and whether a deadbolt is engaged, and then uses tools made for that lock to open it without damage where possible. Many standard knob locks, lever handles and deadbolts can be opened this way.

Some situations can't be opened cleanly: a lock that is already broken inside, some high-security cylinders, or a door that is damaged. In those cases drilling or removing the lock may be the only option. The technician explains why before doing it, and you decide what happens next.

Forcing the door or prying a window often damages the frame or the lock and makes the job longer, so it is better to wait for the technician.

What happens when you call

1You tell us where you are and which door is locked

Address, type of home, and whether the deadbolt or only the knob lock is set.

2You get the price on the phone

We confirm the job and give you the exact price before a technician is sent. It doesn't change when we arrive.

3A technician is on the way

Our technicians are based in different parts of the service area, which is why arrival takes 15–20 minutes.

4The door is opened and checked

After you're inside, the technician checks that the lock still works with your key, or with a new one if you need it.

5You decide about the lock

If the keys are lost or the lock is failing, we talk through rekeying or replacement while the technician is already there.

Need help right now?

Locked out right now? Call for your price and arrival time.

(425) 675-6617

We confirm you live there before opening the door

Any locksmith should confirm you are entitled to be let in. Expect to be asked for photo identification with the address on it, a lease, a utility bill, or something else that ties you to the property. If your ID is inside, a neighbor who can vouch for you or a landlord on the phone usually works. It is the same check that stops someone from doing this to your house.

What to tell us for an accurate price

The price for a house lockout depends on the door and the lock. Before we send a technician, we'll ask:

Is it a house, apartment, condo or townhome?

Building access and lease rules can change the visit.

Which door, and is it front, back, side or garage entry?

Doors and frames differ in how they're built.

Is the deadbolt locked, or only the knob or lever?

A locked deadbolt usually takes more work than a knob lock alone.

What brand of lock is it, if you know?

Standard and high-security cylinders are opened differently.

Is the lock keypad or smart?

Electronic locks have their own options when the battery or code fails.

Are the keys inside, lost or stolen?

Lost or stolen keys may mean you want a rekey or new lock too.

Is anything broken, such as a key stuck in the cylinder?

A broken key or damaged lock adds work to the visit.

Where are you?

Mobile service price may depend on your city and distance.

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No obligation. We will send a technician to you only after you have approved this. 
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Lost your keys, not just locked them inside?

Getting back in is the first step. If your keys are lost or stolen, anyone who finds them may be able to open your door, especially if your address was on the key ring or in the same bag.

There are two ways to deal with that once the door is open
Rekey the lock

The technician changes the pins inside your existing lock so the old keys stop working and you get new ones. This works when the lock itself is in good condition. See lock rekeying for how it works and when it makes sense.

Change the lock

If the lock was damaged, drilled, worn out or you want a stronger deadbolt, a new lock is the better fix. Lock change and deadbolt installation are covered on our residential locksmith page.

OUR SERVICE AREA
Serving Seattle & Washington
When you need a locksmith for your home, trust matters. KeyHub Locksmith helps local customers with mobile residential locksmith service, car locksmith service and emergency lock problems, and turns up when we say we will.
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in the last week · Tacoma office
★★★★★

I lost the key from my 2012 Mercedes Benz John made key within 1 hour Amazing service

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in the last week · Tacoma office
★★★★★

I lost the keys to my Nissan Altima and called this company for help. They provided excellent service and got everything taken care of within 30 minutes! Very professional, fast, and reliable. Highly recommend!

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in the last week · Tacoma office
★★★★★

I locked myself out of my 2018 Toyota and called KeyHub Locksmith. The technician, John, arrived in just 12 minutes and unlocked my car quickly with no damage. He got me back into my car in no time. Fast and professional service. Definitely recommend!

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in the last week · Tacoma office
★★★★★

Best locksmith company in Tacoma! I lost the key to my 2017 Mercedes Sprinter in Tacoma. KeyHub Locksmith arrived within 25 minutes and made a brand-new key right on the spot. Definitely recommend them!

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in the last week · Tacoma office
★★★★★

I was locked out of my apartment around 10 p.m., and no one else was willing to come out that late. KeyHub Locksmith arrived within 15 minutes and got me back inside quickly. The price was very reasonable, especially for a late-night emergency call. The whole process was quick and professional, and I felt completely safe. If you ever get locked out of your home in Tacoma, I definitely recommend calling KeyHub Locksmith. Great service and fast response!

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a month ago · Kirkland office
★★★★★

Excellent service! I’m very happy with the experience. They were fast, professional, and made my car key perfectly. The price was fair, and the whole process was quick and easy. I highly recommend them to anyone who needs a new or replacement car key! Thanks Jhon

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a month ago · Kirkland office
★★★★★

Great service from start to finish. The key replacement was quick, professional, and worked perfectly. The price was reasonable, and the staff were friendly and helpful. Highly recommend them if you need a car key replacement.

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2 months ago · Kirkland office
★★★★★

Great service! I needed help with my car key and they came out quickly and took care of everything. Very friendly and professional. Everything was done fast and worked perfectly🔥

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3 months ago · Kirkland office
★★★★★

I had a really good experience with this company. They came to my location the same day, made a new car key, and programmed it without any issues. Everything was done quickly and professionally, and the price was fair. The technician answered all my questions and made the whole process easy. It’s hard to find reliable service these days, but these guys definitely delivered. Highly recommend!

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6 months ago · Kirkland office
★★★★★

Great experience. I had 2 other companies say they can’t do European cars, and these guys said “easy, no problem”. They came out to meet me and got the key done quickly. Highly recommend.

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Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about house lockout service across Washington

Available any time you're locked out

KeyHub Locksmith answers the phone 24/7, every day including holidays, and the price-by-phone rule is the same at any hour. We come to your home, so most customers never need to visit us. If you'd rather stop by for something like extra house keys later, our offices in Kirkland, Lynnwood and Tacoma are open.

KeyHub Locksmith is licensed, bonded and insured in Washington (license KEYHULL752OE).