Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Locksmith in Evanston, IL
Established in 1927, Johnson Locksmith has served the security needs of Evanston and the North Shore community for over nine decades. Our family-owned business, now in its fourth generation, specializes in comprehensive security solutions for residential, commercial, and multi-family properties. We offer installation, repair, and maintenance of high-security lock systems, restricted key systems, and keyless entry technologies, with expertise in replacing outdated hardware with modern mortise locks. Our licensed and insured technicians operate from a downtown Evanston location featuring free customer parking, providing services including lockout assistance, deadbolt installation, master key systems, and exit hardware maintenance.With continuous operation at our current site since 1952, we maintain a vast inventory of security hardware from leading manufacturers like Schlage and Baldwin. Our commitment to quality extends to automotive key duplication and specialized security solutions for condominiums and apartment complexes. We prioritize customer convenience through mobile service capabilities and a comprehensive range of security hardware solutions tailored to both modern and historic properties.
Services
Lock Installation
Lockout Service
Lock Repair
High Security Systems
Key Duplication
Deadbolt Installation
Master Key Systems
Exit Hardware
Door Closers
Security Hardware
Details
- Year established: 1927
Highlights and features
- Family-owned since 1927 with four generations of security expertise
- Licensed, bonded, and insured professionals serving Evanston since 1952
- Free customer parking at our downtown Evanston location
- Specialized technicians for both residential and commercial security needs
- Comprehensive inventory of Arrow, Baldwin, and Schlage security hardware
Services
Lock Installation
We install modern security hardware for residential and commercial properties. Our specialists replace outdated locks with high-security mortise systems, offering restricted key systems and keyless entry technologies. Services include deadbolt installation and commercial lock upgrades for enhanced security.
Lockout Service
Professional lockout assistance for homes, businesses, and vehicles. Our licensed technicians provide swift access solutions while maintaining security integrity. Available during regular business hours with mobile service capabilities for urgent situations.
Lock Repair
Comprehensive repair services for all security hardware including door closers, hinges, and electronic entry systems. We service both residential and commercial locks, ensuring optimal functionality and security for multi-family dwellings and business properties.
High Security Systems
Advanced security solutions featuring restricted key systems and keyless entry technologies. We implement master key systems and high-security hardware from trusted brands like Schlage and Baldwin, providing controlled access for residential and commercial clients.
Key Duplication
Professional key copying services for residential, commercial, and automotive applications. Our facility houses thousands of key blanks to accommodate various lock systems. We provide precise duplication for standard and specialized key types.
Questions
What services does Johnson Locksmith offer?
We provide lock installation, repair, and high-security systems for residential and commercial properties. Services include key duplication, deadbolt installation, master key systems, and emergency lockout assistance during business hours.
How long has Johnson Locksmith been in business?
Since 1927, serving Evanston and the North Shore community. The Johnson family has owned the business since 1944, operating from our current Maple Avenue location since 1952.
Do you offer emergency locksmith services?
We provide lockout assistance during regular business hours (Mon-Fri 9am-5pm). For urgent situations outside these hours, we recommend contacting a 24/7 emergency service provider.
What areas do you serve?
Primarily Evanston and the North Shore region. Our mobile technicians service residential and commercial properties throughout the local area with convenient downtown Evanston access.
Can you duplicate automotive keys?
Yes, we offer key duplication services for various automotive applications. Our facility maintains extensive key blank inventory to accommodate different vehicle lock systems.
