Golden Key is a licensed, bonded and insured locksmith serving Washington Heights since 1984. Our professional technicians provide residential and commercial lock changes, rekeying, deadbolt installation, emergency lockout service and security solutions throughout Washington Heights — Broadway, St. Nicholas Avenue, Amsterdam Avenue, Fort Washington Avenue and the blocks between 155th and 190th Streets. Zip codes 10032, 10033 and 10040.
Washington Heights is one of upper Manhattan’s largest and most densely populated neighborhoods — prewar walk-ups from the 1920s through 1940s, postwar apartment towers, a dense commercial corridor along Broadway and St. Nicholas, and medical campus properties near Columbia-Presbyterian. The prewar buildings need mortise lock service and hardware compatible with original door prep. The commercial corridor needs rolling gate locks and hardware rated for daily use. Our team carries Medeco, Mul-T-Lock, Schlage and Yale for the full range of residential and commercial work.
Every Golden Key technician is trained, licensed and background-checked. Washington Heights landlords, building managers, business owners and residents trust our professional, insured locksmith service — four decades of protecting upper Manhattan.
Posted on Neha singhTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Excellent commercial locksmith service. They handled the master key system and upgraded the security locks for our building. The team was fast, professional, and didn't disrupt our workday. Very honest and skilled professionals.Posted on Limani SmithTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Super fast and friendly! Broke my key right inside the deadbolt on a rainy afternoon. They sent someone over immediately. He extracted the broken key and made me a couple of spares on the spot. Pricing was very reasonable for NYC. Will absolutely keep their number saved.Posted on Rahul DubeyTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Had an old, jammed lock on our secondary exit that needed a complete roof replacement hardware overhaul. The technician arrived with all the necessary tools and high-quality replacement parts right in his van. The new setup works smoothly now. Great craftsmanship and very honest pricing.Posted on JaimeTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great experience with Golden Key. We needed a quick roof repair access door lock change and a fix for our main entryway. The technician was punctual, knowledgeable, and completed the roof repair security lock project efficiently. Transparent pricing and top-notch customer service. Will definitely use them again.Posted on Morris TaylorTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Highly recommend Golden Key Locksmith NYC! I accidentally locked myself out of my apartment late at night and was panicking. They responded quickly, and the technician arrived within 25 minutes. He was very professional and got the door open in no time without any damage. Very reliable service in New York!Posted on Emily FitzpatrickTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Had an after hours lockout I needed help with. The technician came quickly and got the job done. Had a follow up conversation with the owner on pricing and was super appreciative of the clear and fair approach taken. Would leverage them again if in need of locksmith services.Posted on Trentin JonesTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Super fast response and very professional service. They fixed my jammed front door lock quickly and the pricing was very reasonable. The technician explained everything clearly and didn't try to upsell me on anything I didn't need. Will definitely call them again if I ever need a locksmith in NYC!Posted on Richard JonesTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Fast arrival, fair pricing, and expert service! Golden Key Locksmith NYC solved my lock problem in minutes. No stress, no hassle. If you want a locksmith who actually knows what they’re doing, look no further. 10/10!Verified by TrustindexTrustindex verified badge is the Universal Symbol of Trust. Only the greatest companies can get the verified badge who has a review score above 4.5, based on customer reviews over the past 12 months. Read more
24/7 emergency locksmith service in Washington Heights. Licensed technicians with 25 to 30 minute response times from 155th to 190th Streets. Residential and commercial lockouts — prewar walk-ups, apartments, storefronts. Non-destructive entry, on-site replacement, fully insured. Call (212) 204-1655.
Golden Key Locksmith NYC services the neighborhoods of Washington Heights
Residential: lock changes, rekeying, deadbolt installation, mortise lock service, prewar-compatible hardware, smart lock setup, mailbox locks, building entrance security. Commercial: rolling gate locks, high-security padlocks, electronic keypad access, panic bars, restaurant and retail hardware.
All hardware is professional-grade and manufacturer-warranted. All installations meet NYC building code and fire safety requirements.
Washington Heights’ prewar walk-ups need entrance rekeying and apartment deadbolt upgrades — the two most impactful security improvements for the neighborhood’s dominant building type. For the Broadway and St. Nicholas commercial corridors, we install commercial-grade rolling gate locks, reinforced storefront hardware and electronic access systems. For buildings near Columbia-Presbyterian, we provide institutional-grade lock service.
Licensed, insured and experienced with Washington Heights’ specific residential and commercial buildings.
Licensed locksmith service in Washington Heights since 1984 — protecting upper Manhattan’s largest neighborhood for four decades. Golden Key: Washington Heights’ locksmith.
Needed urgent lock change for our DUMBO store. They used Mul-T-Lock cylinders for extra security. Highly recommend.
Kenny replaced weatherstripping on a revolving door at our Upper West Side building. Immediate improvement. The lobby feels like it's summer again during the dead of winter.
Mark came to our apartment after we couldn't lock the door. He replaced the internal cylinder and made it safer with a Mul-T-Lock upgrade.