Locksmith Questions, Answered
Straight answers about how our 24/7 mobile locksmith service works in Washington, DC.
- Open 24/7
- 15–25 min response
- 37 mobile technicians
- Licensed, bonded & insured
Frequently asked questions
Are you really open 24 hours?
Yes. Dispatch and technicians work 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including holidays.
How fast will a locksmith arrive?
Our response time is 15 to 25 minutes anywhere in Washington, DC.
What areas do you cover?
Every neighborhood and ZIP code in the District: Northwest, Northeast, Southwest and Southeast. See the service areas page or search your ZIP or street.
Are you licensed and insured?
Yes. Mobile Locksmith DC is licensed, bonded and insured.
Will you need to drill my lock?
Usually not. Most locks are picked or bypassed. Drilling is the last option for failed or high-security locks, and we explain it first.
Can you make a car key without the original?
In most cases yes. With proof of ownership we cut a key by code or from the lock and program it to the car on site.
Do I need to prove I live there or own the car?
Yes. We ask for ID and proof of residence or ownership before opening anything. It protects you.
Do you work on commercial buildings?
Yes: office and storefront lockouts, rekeys, master key systems, access control, panic bars and door closers.
Do you offer discounts?
Yes. See the coupons page for 5% and 10% offers.
What forms of payment do you take?
Ask the dispatcher when you call and they will confirm the payment options for your job.
Locked out or need a locksmith now?
A technician can be at your door anywhere in Washington, DC in 15–25 minutes, any hour of the day or night.
📞 Call (240) 202-2249