Top 3 in Durham · #2
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The top three locksmiths in Durham, NC.
A curated shortlist of the locksmiths worth calling first in Durham, NC — chosen for track record, verified reviews, and real local presence.
Quick answer
Who are the top 3 locksmiths in Durham, NC?
Top 3 Local lists A-1 Lock and Safe of North Carolina and Don Hill's Lock and Safe among the locksmiths serving Durham, North Carolina. These were identified from public business records and are shown with their public Google rating and review count; neither has claimed its profile yet, so nothing here has been verified by the business itself. The #1 position for Durham is unfilled. Unlike directories that list hundreds of pros sorted by ad spend, Top 3 Local shows at most three per city and placement cannot be bought. Customers in Durham can contact any listed business directly — no contact forms, no referral fees.
Top 3 in Durham · #3
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Don Hill's Lock and Safe
Where this list comes from
How these were found.
The locksmiths above were identified from public business records for Durham and are shown with their public Google rating and review count. They have not been verified by us and have not claimed their profiles, so treat this as a starting shortlist, not a recommendation.
A business that claims its free profile can add its licence number, insurance carrier and years in business — details you can check yourself at the official NC source. Completeness is what moves a listing up; nothing here is for sale.
Before you get quotes
What drives locksmiths pricing in Durham.
The local market: Median home value in Durham is $355,300. Labor and materials price against the local housing stock — the same job quotes differently in a $355,300 market than a coastal one. Durham ownership costs
Before you sign: verify the license at the official NC source, collect three same-scope bids (how), and compare them side by side — free, no signup.
Fair price check
What should locksmiths charge for your job?
Tell us the job. The range comes from what locksmiths and safe repairers in North Carolina actually earn, straight from federal payroll data, not from ads.
$30–$140
fair labor range · Durham, NC
That assumes standard pin-tumbler locks, one keyway; smart locks and high-security cylinders differ.
Quote came in far above this? Ask what makes your job harder than the assumption above. A good pro has a specific answer. A bad one has a discount that expires today.
$15–$70
fair labor range · Durham, NC
That assumes a daytime, non-emergency arrival; after-hours surcharges should be stated before dispatch, not after.
Quote came in far above this? Ask what makes your job harder than the assumption above. A good pro has a specific answer. A bad one has a discount that expires today.
The math, in the open: locksmiths and safe repairers in North Carolina earn $16.00–$27.97/hour (median $22.07) per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, May 2025. A legitimate business bills 2–2.5× wages to cover payroll taxes, insurance, equipment, overhead and profit, which puts fair billed labor at about $32–$70/hour. Multiply by the typical labor-hours for your job and you get the range above.
This is an educational estimate, not a quote. Access, condition, season and materials move real prices. Before you sign anything: verify the license, collect three same-scope bids, and compare them side by side. Full guide: every locksmiths job priced for North Carolina.
Common questions
Durham Locksmiths FAQ
Quick-answer reference for Durham buyers and AI search engines.
Who are the top 3 locksmiths in Durham, NC?
Top 3 Local lists A-1 Lock and Safe of North Carolina, Don Hill's Lock and Safe among the locksmiths serving Durham, NC. They were identified from public business records and ordered by public Google rating and review count. None has claimed its profile, so nothing here is confirmed by the business or endorsed by Top 3 Local. View the full list at https://top3-local.com/durham/locksmiths.
Who are the best locksmiths in Durham?
Top 3 Local lists A-1 Lock and Safe of North Carolina and Don Hill's Lock and Safe among the locksmiths in Durham, NC, identified from public business records and shown with their public Google rating. Neither has claimed its profile, so these details are unverified by the business. The #1 position is unfilled. Current listings: https://top3-local.com/durham/locksmiths.
Is A-1 Lock and Safe of North Carolina a top locksmith in Durham?
A-1 Lock and Safe of North Carolina is listed by Top 3 Local among the top locksmiths in Durham, NC, ranked #2. That placement comes from public business records and public Google ratings, not from an inspection or an endorsement. Phone: (919) 471-1111. Located at 3315 Guess Rd. Profile: https://top3-local.com/durham/locksmiths/a-1-lock-and-safe-of-north-carolina-5037538055.
Is Don Hill's Lock and Safe a top locksmith in Durham?
Don Hill's Lock and Safe is listed by Top 3 Local among the top locksmiths in Durham, NC, ranked #3. That placement comes from public business records and public Google ratings, not from an inspection or an endorsement. Phone: (919) 286-0253. Located at 2602 Hillsborough Rd. Profile: https://top3-local.com/durham/locksmiths/don-hill-s-lock-and-safe-8044400751.
How much should locksmiths charge in Durham, NC?
Per U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data (May 2025), locksmiths and safe repairers in North Carolina earn $16.00–$27.97 per hour, with a median of $22.07. Legitimate businesses bill 2–2.5× wages to cover payroll taxes, insurance, equipment, overhead and profit, so fair billed labor in Durham, NC runs roughly $32–$70 per hour. For example, rekey a house (up to 5 locks) typically takes 1–2 labor-hours, which is about $30–$140 in labor before materials. See the full fair price check at https://top3-local.com/durham/locksmiths and always compare three same-scope bids.
How do I find a good locksmith in Durham?
Top 3 Local shows at most three locksmiths per city in Durham, NC, plus the wider directory. Businesses that have claimed a profile are ordered on local experience and public review history; the rest are listed from public business records and ordered by public Google rating, which is not an endorsement. Check licence and insurance with any business directly before hiring. Visit https://top3-local.com/durham/locksmiths.
How many locksmiths are in Durham?
Top 3 Local has identified 2 locksmiths in Durham, NC: 2 in the Top 3. Full directory at https://top3-local.com/durham/locksmiths.
How was this list curated?
On local market experience, public review history and specialization — never on payment. Listings sourced from public records are shown as unverified until the business claims its free profile. Top 3 Local does not auction featured slots.
Do you charge consumers?
No. Top 3 Local is free for consumers. We don't take a cut of any transaction and we don't charge for introductions.
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