Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Expert Locksmith Services in Indianapolis & Traverse City
Bob's Master Safe and Lock Service has been a trusted name in the locksmith industry since 1958, founded by visionary Bob Nichols with just $10 and a dream. Over six decades, we've grown from a single storefront to a multi-location business with a fleet of eight fully stocked service vehicles, serving both automotive and commercial clients. Our expertise spans high-security lock systems, transponder key programming, safe services, and access control solutions, backed by partnerships with industry leaders like Medeco, DOM, and Abloy. Under the leadership of Tim Young, we continue to innovate with GPS dispatching and expanded service offerings while maintaining the family values established by Bob and his son Mike. With two retail locations in Indianapolis and Traverse City, we combine generational knowledge with cutting-edge technology to deliver reliable security solutions.Our commitment to customer satisfaction is evident in our no-subcontractor policy, same-day service capabilities, and rigorous adherence to manufacturer protocols for key duplication. We pride ourselves on transparency, with upfront pricing and no hidden fees, ensuring clients receive exactly what they pay for. Our team's deep industry experience, including founding roles in the Associated Locksmiths of Greater Indiana, positions us as authoritative leaders in the field. Every service call reflects our founding motto: 'Don't get robbed, call Bob!' - a promise of quality and reliability maintained across generations.
Services
Car Key Replacement
Transponder Keys
High-Security Locks
Safe Services
Access Control
Key Duplication
Padlocks
Door Hardware
Interchangeable Core Systems
Proximity Fobs
Details
- Year established: 1958
Highlights and features
- We have over 60 years of experience in automotive and commercial locksmith services
- We operate a fleet of 8 fully stocked and marked service vehicles
- Our team provides 24/7 emergency response services
- We offer high-security solutions from trusted brands like Medeco and Abloy
- We guarantee same-day service in Indianapolis and Traverse City areas
Services
Car Key Replacement
We provide automotive key replacement services using vehicle VIN information for most domestic and foreign vehicles. Our technicians can create replacement keys on-site with proper ownership verification and factory authorization. This service requires vehicle presence for transponder key programming and includes emergency roadside assistance within our service areas.
Transponder Keys
Our specialists program transponder keys and remote fob systems for modern vehicles. We maintain manufacturer agreements to access key code databases for proper duplication. Services include key cloning when possible and full system programming for vehicles with lost or damaged transponder systems, following strict security protocols.
High-Security Locks
We install and service high-security lock systems from Medeco, DOM, and Abloy. These patented systems offer absolute key control with patented keyway designs and pick-resistant mechanisms. Only authorized personnel can duplicate keys, providing enhanced security for commercial and residential properties while maintaining strict chain-of-custody protocols.
Safe Services
Our safe specialists provide installation, combination changes, and emergency opening services for residential and commercial safes. We maintain an online store with free shipping on new safes and offer professional consultation for security requirements. Our technicians follow strict procedures for safe access verification to ensure proper ownership authorization.
Access Control
We design and implement commercial keyless access control systems using both mechanical and electronic solutions. Our systems integrate with existing security infrastructure and offer scalable options for businesses of all sizes. Services include system maintenance, component replacement, and consultation on optimal access management strategies.
Questions
What types of automotive key services do you offer?
We provide transponder key programming, VIN-based key replacement, remote fob duplication, and proximity fob services for most domestic and foreign vehicles, excluding select luxury brands.
Do you offer commercial security solutions?
Yes, we provide high-security lock systems, interchangeable core systems, access control solutions, and safe installation/maintenance for commercial clients.
Are you available for emergency lockout services?
We offer 24/7 emergency services for automotive and business lockouts with mobile technicians available across our service areas.
What locations do you serve?
We serve Indianapolis and surrounding areas including Fishers, Carmel, and Noblesville, plus Traverse City and northern Michigan locations.
Can you make keys for luxury vehicles?
We cannot service BMW, Mercedes, Saab, or Tesla vehicles due to manufacturer restrictions. These require dealership assistance per our licensing agreements.
Do you offer residential security services?
Yes, we provide high-security locks, key duplication, safe installation, and emergency lockout services for residential customers at both our retail locations.
