The U.S. Marines live by three core values: honor, courage, and commitment. At A-1 DFW Locksmith, we operate by a similar code. We honor our customers, and team by keeping our word. When we commit to an arrival time, we stick to it. When we quote you a price over the phone, that’s the price you’ll pay—no hidden fees, no surprises.

You might not associate courage with a locksmith company. But when someone calls our emergency hotline at (972) 284-7500, they may be in a stressful or even dangerous situation. While we always recommend dialing 911 in an actual emergency, if you’re locked out late at night in an unfamiliar area, you want a locksmith who will arrive fast, and on time.

A-1 Locksmith is your trusted Dallas locksmith. We’ve served North Texas for over 60 years. We’re licensed, bonded, and insured—with an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau.

Commitment—our third value—is central to everything we do. From car keys, and safes to home locks, and commercial security, every A-1 Dallas locksmith is certified by the Associated Locksmiths of America (ALOA) and ready to serve.

Need a transponder key? We’ve got you covered. A-1 Locksmith offers transponder keys for only $40 to $175—far below the $450 some dealerships charge. Click here for a free instant quote or call (972) 284-7500 for more info.

Just like the U.S. Marine Corps, A-1 Locksmith is committed to serving residents across Dallas, Fort Worth, and the Mid-Cities with integrity, speed, and professionalism.

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The core of what people seek out, the raw data and raw information, is in, and of itself essentially pure. Sure, we know that blades can be made super-sharp. We know that they can cause damage to any number of things, including people. But simply knowing that blades are sharp, and are used for cutting gives us no inclination as to how we should use them. When you strip everything else away, and get to the raw bits, there is no inclination towards either good or bad in this information. The bias comes in when people decide to twist the information to their will, either good or bad. Therefore, should this unprecedented access to all manner of information be considered a good thing? Should it be censored to protect the public?

Believe it or not, the issue of information access affects the locksmithing industry as much as it does the issue of public safety. Public security is at stake here. The issue boils down to a basic question: Should locksmithing methods, as well as the inner workings of high-security locks, and the like, be divulged to the public? On one hand, you have an industry that maintains security in all they do, and who specialize in providing the means for security to their customers. The would not want this information to fall into the ‘wrong hands,’ those who would use it for ill. On the other hand there is a party who wishes to have access to this information for not only the curious but for educational purposes. Whatever you decide on this issue, know that the professionals at A-1 Locksmiths will serve the Dallas/Fort Worth area with integrity, and honesty. They are available 24-hours a day at (972)-284-7500.

Almost everyone is going to get locked out of their car, home, or business, and need the help of a professional locksmith in Dallas. When it happens, you may turn to your smartphone, computer, or other electronic search method to find, and emergency locksmith. You looking for a locksmith who is open 24/7 and ready to help you right now. What you may not know is that your very vulnerability is setting you up for an unlicensed locksmiths coming to help you, then charging you way over what the job is worth.

To ensure you are dealing with a local, licensed locksmith, make sure that your locksmith has an identification card called “The Pocket Card”. This official locksmith ID is required of all Dallas locksmiths by The Texas Department of Public Safety. Ask for this while still on the phone. You might also ask the name of the locksmith shop they are associated with. Dallas has many fine locksmiths who have full service shops, and have served the community for years. Shops like A-1 Locksmith.

Recently, however, there has been companies that take your call in a call center, somewhere in the world, and send out anyone they can find to help with the emergency. The quote they give you get on the phone may not be what you are asked to pay after the driver gets you inside your house, business or vehicle. They make all kinds of excuses as to why it will be much, much more.

The best defense against these unscrupulous characters is to know your local locksmith. You may also want to get a spare key to avoid the inconvenience, and expense of a lock out. The new transponder keys on many luxury automobiles can be expensive. Generally, they will be much less at a quality locksmith than they will be at a hardware store or car dealership.

For over 35 years, residents of Dallas have trusted A-1 Locksmith as the leading locksmith in Dallas. Get budget prices for 24-hour emergency locksmith in Dallas, car locksmiths, residential, and commercial locksmith services in Dallas.

We are fully bonded, licensed, and insured. Our company provides affordable, and professional service 24/7 all year long. Our highly trained technicians ensure that our customers receive fast and reliable, quality service. Our customer care representatives are available 24/7 to answer your questions, and to send a locksmith to your location in 15 minutes or less.
Our locksmith services cover the entire Dallas / Fort Worth area, including Plano and Arlington. We provide complete residential, commercial, and automotive locksmith services. Each Dallas / Fort Worth area locksmith is trained in the latest security industry standards, while using the most advanced methods to handle any situation.

For emergency lock out service in Dallas, call 972-284-7500.