Lock Change & Rekey
When you move into a new apartment on the Grand Concourse, discover a key is missing after a long day in Fordham, or simply want tighter control over who can enter your home or business, a lock change or rekey is one of the smartest security decisions you can make. A1 Riverdale Locksmith is a 24/7 mobile locksmith serving every corner of The Bronx — from Riverdale and Woodlawn to Hunts Point and Co-op City — and we come directly to your door so you never have to haul hardware to a shop.
Open 24 hours, 7 days a week · Licensed, bonded & insured
Our trained, insured technicians handle everything from standard door knob lock swaps and high-security mortise lock installations to full commercial rekeying projects, all without unnecessary damage to your door or frame. Whether you need a routine house lock change after a tenant moves out or an emergency lock change at two in the morning, we confirm an exact up-front price before a single screw is turned. Call (347) 492-1852 and a live team member will answer — any hour, any day.
What we do
Available 24/7
Day, night, weekends and holidays — a real local locksmith answers and rolls a fully-stocked van.
Fast local response
Based in The Bronx, we reach the The Bronx area in well under an hour.
Insured & background-checked
Vetted technicians, up-front pricing, and no surprise add-ons when we arrive.
Damage-free entry
We pick and bypass locks the right way, so most lockouts are solved without drilling anything.
Frequently asked questions
Answers to what our customers ask most. Still unsure? Just call.
Who is the best locksmith near me in Bronx, NY?+
The right locksmith for you is one who is available when you need them, arrives promptly, employs trained and insured technicians, and gives you a firm price before starting work. A1 Riverdale Locksmith operates 24/7 across all Bronx neighborhoods — from Mott Haven to Wakefield — with mobile units that come to your location. Call (347) 492-1852 and describe your situation; we will tell you exactly what we can do and confirm availability before you commit to anything.
How much is a locksmith in the Bronx, and what affects the price?+
There is no universal flat rate because multiple variables shape each job: the type of lock (a mortise lock involves more labor and parts than a basic knob lock), the number of doors or cylinders being serviced, the time of day, your specific location within The Bronx, and whether any specialty hardware needs to be sourced. We provide a complete up-front quote after assessing the job — that price is what you pay, with no surprise additions at the end.
What is a locksmith call-out fee, and do you charge one?+
A call-out fee is a charge some locksmiths add simply for arriving at your location, separate from the labor and parts cost. At A1 Riverdale Locksmith, we believe in transparent, all-in pricing. When our technician assesses your job and gives you a quote, that quote accounts for all costs. We do not spring extra fees on you after the work is done. If you have questions about what is included before we arrive, just ask when you call.
How much does a locksmith charge per hour, and is my job billed by the hour?+
Many locksmith jobs — including a standard lock change or rekey — are quoted as a flat job price rather than an hourly rate, because the scope is well-defined before we begin. More complex work, such as designing a master key system for a commercial property or servicing multiple doors in an apartment building, may involve a different pricing structure. We explain exactly how your specific job will be quoted when you call, so there are no surprises. Reach us at (347) 492-1852 — available 24 hours a day.
Can you help if I cannot open my car door and I need to leave urgently?+
Yes — vehicle lockouts are one of our most common emergency calls, and we handle them across The Bronx at any hour. If you are locked out of your car and need to be somewhere quickly, call (347) 492-1852 immediately. We dispatch the nearest available mobile technician, give you an honest ETA based on real traffic conditions, and use damage-free opening methods wherever the vehicle's design allows. We verify that you are the authorized user of the vehicle before starting work, which protects everyone involved.
Do you handle lock changes for both homes and commercial properties?+
Absolutely. Our lock change services cover the full spectrum — from a single house lock change for a Bronx homeowner to a multi-door commercial lock change for a business, office suite, warehouse, or retail location. Commercial properties often require more specialized hardware, such as mortise lock systems, push-bar exit devices, or master-keyed cylinders, and our technicians are experienced with all of these. We are available 24/7, so a business security emergency outside regular hours is never a problem.