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Locksmiths · Ottawa, ONLast reviewed October 2026

5 Best Locksmiths in Ottawa, ON (2026)

TenBestFind ranks 5 locksmiths in Ottawa, ON, listed in Google's order among the companies that passed our checks. Each company was checked against the criteria set out under How we chose. Lists name up to ten companies, and this one stops at 5 because only 5 met them. The list was last reviewed on October 29, 2026.

A Everest Locksmith, Key it locks and Avenue Lock & Security lead our Ottawa locksmith list, each working from a staffed shop with a Google rating of 4.5 or higher. Everest has the largest review base at 807 and has run its Bank Street shop since 2001, Key it locks keeps a Merivale Road counter open around the clock per Google, and Avenue has sold locks in the Glebe since 1969. Tru-Max Security and Rapid Locksmith Ottawa round out five companies that cleared our check for a real address, a matching phone number and home and business work.

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The Ranking

Our top 5 locksmiths in Ottawa

Ottawa locksmiths spend the cold months on frozen deadbolts and the rest of the year on rekeying after a move. Century homes in the Glebe, Sandy Hill and Hintonburg often carry hardware that is worth keeping and rekeying, while newer builds in Barrhaven and Kanata lean toward keypad and smart deadbolts. Government and condo towers downtown add steady demand for master key systems. Ontario does not issue a provincial locksmith licence, so the check that matters is the business itself. Ask for a street address you can visit, proof of insurance, a marked vehicle and photo ID when the technician arrives, and confirm the quote before work starts. Only five Ottawa companies cleared our bar, and one of them, Rapid Locksmith Ottawa, works mainly from a van with a plaza unit, which is why it sits last and carries a note about its car-key focus.

  1. 01

    Best for home, business and car key work from a Bank Street shop

    A Everest Locksmith

    4.7(807 Google reviews)
    Best forHome, business and car key work from a real Bank Street shop
    In business25 years
    Warranty
    EmergencyAvailable

    Why we picked them

    4.7 from 807 Google reviews, the largest review base in Ottawa, from a real storefront.

    What we like

    • Bank Street shop open since 2001
    • 807 Google reviews, the most in the city
    • Stocks Medeco, Mul-T-Lock and Abloy

    Things to consider

    • Sampled reviews skew toward key cutting and the site names no technicians

    Services

    • Emergency lockout
    • Rekeying
    • Lock installation
    Key details
    Best for
    Home, business and car key work from a real Bank Street shop
    Service area
    Ottawa
    Address
    1581 Bank St Unit D
    Years in business
    25 years
    Emergency service
    Available
    Credentials
    Licensed, bonded and insured (company statement)
  2. 02

    Best for key cutting, rekeying and smart locks from a Merivale Road shop

    Key it locks Inc.

    4.6(291 Google reviews)
    Best forKey cutting, rekeying and smart locks from a Merivale Road shop
    In businessNot listed
    WarrantyNot listed
    EmergencyAvailable

    Why we picked them

    4.6 from 291 Google reviews and a real Merivale Road counter.

    What we like

    • Street-front shop with a marked van
    • Open 24 hours per Google
    • Residential, commercial and automotive work

    Things to consider

    • A July 2026 review describes a refused refund on car keys

    Services

    • Emergency lockout
    • Rekeying
    • Lock installation
    • Smart lock installation
    Key details
    Best for
    Key cutting, rekeying and smart locks from a Merivale Road shop
    Service area
    Ottawa
    Address
    1556 Merivale Rd Unit 102, Nepean
    Emergency service
    Available
    Credentials
    Licensed, certified and insured (company statement, no numbers given)
  3. 03

    Best for rekeying, hard-to-match keys and Medeco locks

    Avenue Lock & Security

    4.5(97 Google reviews)
    Best forRekeying, hard-to-match keys and Medeco high-security locks
    In business57 years
    WarrantyNot listed
    EmergencyAvailable

    Why we picked them

    4.5 from 97 Google reviews at a Glebe shop open since 1969.

    What we like

    • Glebe shop in business since 1969
    • Certified Medeco dealer
    • Alarms and card access handled in house

    Things to consider

    • A recent one-star cites faulty key copies and Google lists weekday hours only

    Services

    • Emergency lockout
    • Rekeying
    • Lock installation
    Key details
    Best for
    Rekeying, hard-to-match keys and Medeco high-security locks
    Service area
    Ottawa
    Address
    738 Bank St
    Years in business
    57 years
    Emergency service
    Available
    Credentials
    Certified Medeco dealer
  4. 04

    Best for home and commercial rekeying, Abloy and master key systems

    Tru-Max Security Inc.

    4.9(162 Google reviews)
    Best forHome and commercial rekeying, Abloy and master key systems
    In business26 years
    WarrantyOne year guarantee on workmanship from the date of service; issues caused by their work are fixed at no charge.
    EmergencyAvailable

    Why we picked them

    4.9 from 162 Google reviews with Abloy and master key depth and a one year written guarantee.

    What we like

    • Unit at 200 Colonnade Road in Nepean
    • Serving Ottawa since 2000
    • One year written workmanship guarantee

    Things to consider

    • Google shows no hours or photos and calls it a mobile service, so call before visiting

    Services

    • Emergency lockout
    • Rekeying
    • Lock installation
    • Smart lock installation
    Key details
    Best for
    Home and commercial rekeying, Abloy and master key systems
    Service area
    Ottawa
    Address
    200 Colonnade Rd #6, Nepean
    Years in business
    26 years
    Warranty
    One year guarantee on workmanship from the date of service; issues caused by their work are fixed at no charge.
    Emergency service
    Available
    Credentials
    Member, Ontario Association of Locksmiths
  5. 05

    Best for fast mobile lockouts, rekeying and car fobs

    Rapid Locksmith Ottawa

    4.9(428 Google reviews)
    Best forFast mobile lockouts, rekeying and car fobs
    In businessNot listed
    WarrantyNot listed
    EmergencyAvailable

    Why we picked them

    4.9 from 428 Google reviews, 24 hour mobile service from a Merivale Road unit.

    What we like

    • 4.9 stars from 428 Google reviews
    • Open 24 hours per Google
    • Home, business and car work

    Things to consider

    • Reviews lean toward car fobs and one recent one-star describes pressure to pay early

    Services

    • Emergency lockout
    • Rekeying
    • Lock installation
    • Smart lock installation
    Key details
    Best for
    Fast mobile lockouts, rekeying and car fobs
    Service area
    Ottawa
    Address
    1061 Merivale Rd Unit C1
    Emergency service
    Available
    Credentials
    Licensed and insured (company statement)

Side by Side

Compare the top locksmiths in Ottawa

Ranking position reflects our editorial review, not customer ratings.

Editorial comparison of the 5 ranked companies. Customer ratings, where shown, come from the source named on each company profile.
RankCompanyBest forKey servicesService areaGoogle ratingEmergencyProfile
01A Everest LocksmithHome, business and car key work from a real Bank Street shopEmergency lockout, Rekeying, Lock installationOttawa4.7(807)YesView
02Key it locks Inc.Key cutting, rekeying and smart locks from a Merivale Road shopEmergency lockout, Rekeying, Lock installationOttawa4.6(291)YesView
03Avenue Lock & SecurityRekeying, hard-to-match keys and Medeco high-security locksEmergency lockout, Rekeying, Lock installationOttawa4.5(97)YesView
04Tru-Max Security Inc.Home and commercial rekeying, Abloy and master key systemsEmergency lockout, Rekeying, Lock installationOttawa4.9(162)YesView
05Rapid Locksmith OttawaFast mobile lockouts, rekeying and car fobsEmergency lockout, Rekeying, Lock installationOttawa4.9(428)YesView

Coverage

Locksmith companies serving Ottawa and nearby areas

Most companies in this ranking work across Ontario and the surrounding suburbs. Coverage and travel fees vary, so confirm your address is inside the service area before scheduling.

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Nearby rankings

Service coverage across Ottawa. Individual company areas are listed on each profile.

Methodology

How we chose the best locksmiths in Ottawa

We searched Google Maps and business listing data for Ottawa locksmiths on October 29, 2026 and kept companies in Google's order where it was known. Each had to be operating, rated 4.5 or higher from at least 50 Google reviews, and show a working website, a street address inside Ottawa, a phone number matching Google and home or business locksmith work. We rejected mobile-only operators with no address, home and apartment addresses, doorway sites and car-key-only companies, including several that ranked higher on Google. No company paid for a place. Ratings and review counts were read on October 29, 2026.

Read our full ranking methodology
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Hiring

How to choose a locksmith in Ottawa

  1. Get a firm price on the phone

    Ask for the full cost of the job, call-out included, before anyone drives over. A real shop can quote a lockout or a rekey in one call.

  2. Ask for the business name

    Write down the registered name and the address. Many listings are call centres that pass the job to whoever is closest.

  3. Check ID when they arrive

    The technician should match the company you called, with a marked vehicle or ID. A reputable locksmith will also ask for proof that you live there.

  4. Ask about the method

    Most lockouts can be opened without drilling. If the first move is to drill and replace the lock, ask why before you agree.

  5. Get a written invoice

    The invoice should name the company, the parts used and the labour. Keep it in case the new lock fails.

  6. Ask about the warranty

    New hardware usually carries a manufacturer warranty, and the work should carry the locksmith's own. Get both lengths in writing.

Questions to ask before hiring

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Red flags

  • A very low quote on the phone that grows once the door is open
  • No business name, only a generic 'locksmith service' answer
  • Drilling the lock as the first and only option
  • An unmarked car and no ID
  • Cash only, with no invoice

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FAQ

Locksmith companies in Ottawa FAQs

Does Ottawa require locksmiths to be licensed?

Ontario does not issue a provincial locksmith licence, so the check is on the business. Ask for a street address you can visit, proof of insurance, a marked vehicle and photo ID when the technician arrives. Membership in a trade body such as ALOA is a useful sign but not a licence.

How much does a locksmith cost in Ottawa?

Prices depend on the job and the hour, so ask for the total before work starts. Most shops charge a service call fee plus labour and parts, and nights and weekends cost more. Rekeying is usually cheaper than replacing hardware, and a written quote protects you from surprise charges.

Which Ottawa locksmith can come out after hours?

Key it locks and Rapid Locksmith Ottawa both list 24 hour availability on Google, while Everest and Avenue keep shop hours. Always phone first, confirm the after-hours rate and ask for an arrival time, since several shops here advertise more than their Google hours show.

Editorial Record

About this ranking

Originally published
October 2026
Last reviewed
October 2026
Companies evaluated
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