Best Auto Locksmiths in Charlotte, NC
15 locksmiths listed · 9 in Charlotte · 4 open 24/7 · 12 open weekends · 14 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
DY Locksmith
Charlotte Hero Patrol Roadside Assistance
Dave Locksmith
Car Keys To Go
Trilock Locksmith
Listed for drivers in and around Charlotte, NC, these 15 shops are auto locksmiths. What each one says about lockouts, key cutting, programming and hours comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.

Area overview: Charlotte, NC
9 of the 15 locksmiths we list are based in Charlotte; the other 6 do not publish an address. The locksmiths on this page are rated from 4.2 to 5.0 across 2,446 reviews; 10 have 50 or more reviews and 14 are rated 4.5 or higher. 4 are open around the clock; 11 are open on Saturdays and 10 on Sundays. The services the locksmiths on this page list most often on their websites are auto locksmith (3), car key replacement (2), commercial locksmith (2) and residential locksmith (2). 9 show a license on their websites and 2 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 9 websites of the locksmiths on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2004. 4 offer emergency or roadside call-outs; 1 gives free estimates; 7 are family- or locally-owned and 3 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 14 of the locksmiths on this page; 13 publish a contact page and 8 list a public email. We count these figures across the locksmiths on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the locksmith before you book.
Why are locksmiths from other places listed here?
9 of the 15 shops have an address in Charlotte. The rest come from other towns within 10 mi, measured straight line. Most of this trade works from a van, so a base a couple of towns over can still reach you first. Ask where the van is starting from when you call.
Elite Locksmith & Access Control
Carolina Lock & Access Control LLC
E&S Security and Locksmith #1
PK Automotive AND Maintenance Service LLC
A-Access Lock & Key
Teds Locksmith Service
AKM Auto Key Masters
ACR Master Locksmith
Car Locksmith in Charlotte NC
Why these companies made our list
What customers say about locksmiths in Charlotte
- “Such a kind locksmith! I had called them out for a job and they were so quick and responsive.” — customer of DY Locksmith
- “Affordable, fast, and friendly service. I highly recommend coming here for your key cutting needs.” — customer of Car Keys To Go
- “We were locked out of our storage facility and Jamel got out there very quick, he was very professional & courteous.” — customer of Elite Locksmith & Access Control
- “Losing car keys is never fun but we were in good hands with Tremaine, who was very knowledgeable and helped make the best out of the situation.” — customer of Charlotte Hero Patrol Roadside Assistance
- “Cut and programmed my car key for a good price, pretty quick too!” — customer of 24hr Discount Locksmith
Excerpts from public reviews of the locksmiths listed on this page.