Emergency Locksmith

Trusted Emergency Locksmith in Bismarck, ND

At Warren’s Locks and Keys, we provide emergency locksmith help for drivers, homeowners, renters, and businesses in Bismarck, Mandan, Lincoln, and nearby ND towns Monday through Friday from 7am to 10pm. We respond when you cannot open a door, a key breaks in a lock, or a break-in leaves locks or hardware damaged. Our focus is on restoring access and maintaining security during our business hours.

We’re a family-operated locksmith company that has proudly served the Bismarck and Mandan areas since it’s founding in 1971. We support our work with a 1-year warranty on parts and labor, so you can rest easy knowing we will provide ongoing support when you need it.

What an Emergency Locksmith Handles

An emergency locksmith steps in when a lock or key problem cannot wait for a routine visit. These situations can affect your home, vehicle, or business, and can disrupt your day if left unresolved. Call us for emergency service for any of these situations:

We utilize specialized equipment, tools, hardware, and techniques that aim to protect doors, frames, and locks during our work. If we determine that worn hardware or weak security contributed to the emergency, we can discuss follow-up options, such as rekeying locks, installing new hardware, or reinforcing the door.

Emergency Help for Cars and Other Vehicles

Locksmith using a Lishi tool to unlock a car door

If you lose your car keys or lock them inside, our technician can use a Lishi 2-in-1 tool to quickly and safely pick the lock and open the door. The same tool can be used to decode the lock cylinder, allowing us to create a replacement key if you’ve lost all copies.

Vehicle lock and key problems often feel urgent, especially in ND weather and with busy work schedules. We work on a wide range of domestic and foreign vehicles, including cars, pickups, SUVs, and select work trucks and motorcycles.

We assist drivers who have locked keys inside a vehicle, lost a car key while out in town, or find that a key fob no longer unlocks or starts their vehicle. In many cases, we can unlock the vehicle without damaging the locks or doors. For metal car keys, we offer key cutting and key replacement. For supported models, we can also program multiple transponder keys and key fobs, allowing the new key to both turn the lock and communicate with the vehicle.

If an ignition key will not turn, feels stuck, or breaks off in the cylinder, we can inspect the ignition, remove any broken pieces, and repair, replace, or rekey the ignition as needed. We explain what we find and review costs before we begin work, so you know what will happen at each step.

Emergency Help for Homes and Rentals

Home lock and key issues can interrupt family routines and raise security concerns. You may arrive home and find that you left your key inside, or a key may break in the front door lock. You might lose a key ring that holds house keys and want the locks changed so those keys no longer work.

We provide emergency house unlocks for front doors, back doors, and many garage entry doors. Often, we can open the lock without harming the hardware. If a key breaks or a lock fails, we can repair or replace the lock and provide new keys.

If you lose your keys or are unsure who still has access, we can rekey the locks so that a new key works, and any lost or unreturned keys no longer open the home. For doors that suffer damage during a break-in or attempted break-in, we can repair or replace locks, reinforce door jambs, and install stronger strike plates and hinges to help restore security.

Emergency Help for Offices and Commercial Properties

before and after of a commercial door damaged during a break in

If an intruder kicks in an interior wood door and the damage is minor, we can repair it with a stainless steel wrap plate that protects the lock and prevents the door from being kicked open again.

Lock and key issues in a business can affect staff and customers, and may delay daily operations. An office door that will not open, a lost master key, or a damaged commercial lock can also create security risks.

We provide emergency locksmith service for many light commercial properties in and around Bismarck. We help with office lockouts, back-door lockouts, and interior doors that protect records, tools, or supplies. If an employee leaves without returning keys or keys go missing, we can rekey commercial locks or adjust master key systems so old keys no longer work. When break-ins or forced entry attempts damage locks, doors, or frames, we can repair or replace hardware and install continuous hinges, door closers, and reinforcement where needed.

During these visits, we focus on securing and making doors usable again. If you wish, we can also suggest longer-term improvements for key systems and hardware to help reduce future emergencies.

What to Share When You Call for Emergency Help

Good information at the start helps us bring the right tools and set clear expectations. When you contact us for emergency locksmith service, please be ready to share:

  • Your location in or near Bismarck, Mandan, or Lincoln, and whether the issue involves a car, home, rental, or business
  • A brief description of the problem, such as “locked out,” “key broke in lock,” “lost keys,” or “door damaged after break-in.”
  • For vehicles, the year, make, and model, and whether the key includes a chip or key fob functions

We use this information to select the appropriate service, explain our capabilities, and provide a price range before commencing any work. Our goal is to keep communication simple, so you know what to expect from the first call through the end of the job.

Get Help from Warren’s Locks and Keys for Emergency Locksmith Service

If a lock or key problem has stopped your plans today, we are ready to help you move forward in a clear and organized way. Warren’s Locks and Keys provides emergency locksmith services during business hours for vehicles, homes, rentals, and commercial properties across the Bismarck area. Contact us today if you’re facing an urgent lock or key issue.

Emergency Locksmith FAQs

What is an emergency locksmith?

An emergency locksmith handles urgent lock and key problems that cannot wait for a routine appointment. This can include lockouts, broken keys, lost keys that raise security concerns, and damage after a break-in. Our professional locksmith services focus on restoring access and helping you secure your property.

How much does an emergency locksmith usually cost?

Cost depends on factors like your location, the type of property or vehicle, the kind of lock, and the work required. Opening a standard house door in town usually costs less than repairing damage after a break-in or programming a car key. When you call, we explain the service and give a price range before we begin.

Who should I call if I am locked out of my house or car in Bismarck?

You can call a local locksmith that offers emergency services. We help with car lockouts, house lockouts, and many office lockouts in Bismarck, Mandan, and nearby ND communities. We work to open the lock with care and can discuss rekeying or new keys if you lost your originals.

What does an emergency locksmith do besides unlock doors?

In addition to unlocks, we can rekey locks, repair or replace damaged locks, cut new keys, program many car keys and key fobs for supported models, and repair ignition cylinders. After a break-in, we can also repair or reinforce doors, frames, and hardware to help restore security.

How long does an emergency locksmith service take?

The time depends on the type of job. A simple unlock often takes less time than rekeying several locks, repairing a damaged door, or programming a vehicle key. We explain the likely time frame for your situation when we discuss the work, and we keep you updated during the service.

What if I cannot afford a locksmith right away?

If cost is a concern, tell us when you call. We can explain the price before we start and suggest which services are most important for immediate safety and security. In some cases, rekeying or a basic repair may be more affordable than full hardware replacement.

Is it better to call a locksmith or the police for a lockout?

For most lockouts that do not involve a crime or medical issue, a locksmith is the better contact. Police and other emergency responders focus on safety and law enforcement and may not be able to work on all lock types. As locksmiths, we focus on your keys, locks, and access.

Can an emergency locksmith help after a break-in?

Yes. We can repair or replace damaged locks, reinforce door frames, and rekey doors so any stolen keys no longer work. We explain what we see, suggest practical security steps, and help you get doors working and locking again.

Do you provide emergency locksmith service for businesses?

Yes. We provide emergency locksmith services for offices and other commercial properties. We handle office lockouts, rekey locks after staff changes or lost keys, and repair or upgrade commercial hardware after damage or wear.