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Locksmith in Des Moines, IA

Compare 6 local locksmith pros. Typical service: $92–$230.

Top Locksmith Companies in Des Moines

  1. 1.Metro Lock & Safe

    4.9★ (905 reviews)

    4.9★ from 905 reviews

    +15157073548Website

  2. 2.Williams Locksmith

    5.0★ (198 reviews)

    5.0★ from 198 reviews

    +15154477464Website

  3. 3.ShaunLock

    4.7★ (182 reviews)

    4.7★ from 182 reviews

    +15157249575

  4. 4.Midwest lock and Security

    4.3★ (128 reviews)

    4.3★ from 128 reviews

    +15152701119Website

  5. 5.Des Moines Lock Service

    4.5★ (93 reviews)

    4.5★ from 93 reviews

    +15152779769Website

  6. 6.SNK Locksmith

    4.8★ (37 reviews)

    4.8★ from 37 reviews

    +15158589203Website

Locksmith Cost in Des Moines

Local ranges, adjusted for area wage and cost-of-living data.

ServiceTypical range in Des Moines
House lockout$92–$230/job
Rekey locks$102–$256/job
Lock installation$154–$358/job
Smart lock installation$205–$461/job

Locksmith prices in Des Moines run about 2% above the national average, based on what this trade earns in the metro area — so neighbouring cities in the same metro see similar rates.

Quotes on this page come from 6 companies serving Des Moines, rated 4.7★ on average across 1,543 customer reviews.

Des Moines Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Des Moines's weather means for scheduling locksmith.

Last spring frost
April 16
First fall frost
October 16
Annual precipitation
36.02"
Heating degree days
6,203
Cooling degree days
1,068
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan14.3°31°1"
Feb18.8°36.1°1.28"
Mar29.7°49°2.3"
Apr41.1°62.3°3.86"
May52.2°72.4°4.74"
Jun62°81.6°4.94"
Jul66.8°85.7°4.47"
Aug64.8°83.8°4.13"
Sep55.2°76.1°3.05"
Oct43°63.1°2.64"
Nov30.5°47.9°2.19"
Dec18°34°1.42"

NOAA station data 3.47 miles from Des Moines.

Permits & Regulations in IA

  • Iowa has no handyman license, but anyone earning $2,000 or more a year from construction work must register with DIAL as a contractor
  • Registration carries a $50 fee and requires an Iowa unemployment insurance account number
  • Electrical, plumbing and HVAC work always needs the appropriately licensed trade, whatever the job size

License required: Iowa contractor registration (over $2,000 a year in construction)

Sources: dial.iowa.gov, dial.iowa.gov

Locksmith FAQs for Des Moines

How much does a locksmith cost in Des Moines?

A house lockout in Des Moines typically costs $92-$230; after-hours calls cost more.

How many locksmiths serve Des Moines?

We track 6 locksmiths serving Des Moines.

Are locksmiths in Des Moines more expensive than average?

Locksmith service in Des Moines runs about +2.4% versus the national average.

Do locksmiths need a license in IA?

In IA, Iowa has no handyman license, but anyone earning $2,000 or more a year from construction work must register with DIAL as a contractor. Ask a Des Moines locksmith for ID and a written quote before work starts.

Should I rekey or replace locks after moving to Des Moines?

Rekeying is usually cheaper than replacing when the hardware is sound; a Des Moines locksmith visit for either typically starts around $92-$230.

Why do locks stick in Des Moines winters?

When Des Moines lows reach 14F, moisture inside a cylinder can freeze and metal parts contract, so a lock that turns stiffly in cold weather often needs graphite lubricant rather than replacement.

Do Des Moines summers affect door locks?

Doors swell and frames shift in heat, so with highs near 86F a Des Moines deadbolt that only binds in summer usually means a strike plate needs adjusting.

How do I avoid locksmith scams in Des Moines?

Get a firm quote on the phone, confirm the business name when the tech arrives, and be wary of a Des Moines lockout quote far below the typical $92-$230.