Safe sales, opening, and repair for the DC Metro Area — from a family-owned company with over 55 years in business.
If you're locked out of your safe or experiencing functionality issues, Area Safe & Lock Service provides quick, careful openings, repairs, and combination changes. With over 55 years in business, our family-owned company serves the DC metro area, bringing professional locksmith experience to every safe we touch.
Proudly selling American Security safes. Visit our showroom to discover the perfect size and features to suit your needs — from home safes to commercial and high-security models.
Call (703) 684-6161From American Security showroom models to legacy Mosler safes, we work on the brands you trust.
From the showroom floor to your floor — sales, installation, opening, repair, and everything in between.
We proudly sell American Security safes. Visit our Alexandria showroom to compare sizes, ratings, and features in person, and get honest guidance on the right safe for your home or business.
Safes are heavy for a reason — let us handle the move. We deliver, position, anchor, and install your safe correctly. Already own one? We also relocate existing safes — moving house, renovating, or dealing with an inherited safe that's in the wrong room.
New employees, new owners, or a combination too many people know — we change and reset combinations on mechanical and electronic safe locks so only the right people have access.
Locked out of your safe? Lost the combination or a failed keypad? Our technicians open safes professionally, aiming to preserve the safe and its contents whenever possible.
Sticking bolt work, worn dials, malfunctioning electronic locks, damaged hinges — we diagnose and repair safe hardware to restore smooth, reliable operation.
Fire rating, burglary rating, size — the terms sound alike and mean very different things. Answer a few questions and we’ll point you at the right one, explaining each as we go.
About a minute. No email required to see your answer.
We service GSA-approved security containers and electromechanical locks that most locksmiths won’t touch — government-grade work, verifiable.
Locked-out safes are opened by manipulation first — drilling only if necessary, done cleanly. Depending on the safe, the lock can then be replaced and the safe repaired.
We don’t just service safes — we sell them, deliver them, bolt them down, and show you how to use them. Often next-day.
Lock installation, repair, rekeying, and key duplication for your home.
Learn MoreHigh-security locks, master key systems, and business security solutions.
Learn MoreLockouts, break-in repairs, and urgent security needs — fast response.
Learn MoreTell us about your safe — make, model, and what's going on — and we'll get back to you as soon as possible. Prefer to talk? Call (703) 684-6161.
Our team is ready to help with safe lockouts, safe repairs, safe installation, and more. Call now or request a service to have your safe locksmith needs addressed promptly and professionally.
