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The Modern Locksmith

Top Spot in Columbia Today 5.00 (115 reviews)(803) 339-6969

The Modern Locksmith

The Modern Locksmith serves Columbia and surrounding areas with emergency locksmith service and has a location in Cayce. Founded in 1989 as Irmo Lock Company, it has three locations across the Midlands and handles traditional locksmithing and modern access-control needs.

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Business Highlights
  • The company lists Associated Locksmiths of America among its credentials.
  • The company lists Certified Registered Locksmith status.
  • The company lists Certified Automotive Locksmith status.
  • The company lists Certified AAADM Inspector status.
  • The company identifies as a veteran-owned small business.
  • The company lists NC Locksmith License #3137.
Service Area

Columbia, Cayce, Irmo and Lugoff.

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The Modern Locksmith is one of 4 locksmiths ProsGrade lists in Columbia, South Carolina.

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Listing details

12 services listed, including Emergency locksmith service, Commercial service and maintenance and Access control and fobs. Open weekdays, closed on weekends. Rated 5.0 from 115 reviews.

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How This Business Compares

How The Modern Locksmith compares with the other 3 locksmiths on ProsGrade in Columbia, using public Google ratings and review counts.

  • Ranks in the top half of the 4 Columbia locksmiths on ProsGrade by Google rating and review volume.
  • Rated 5.0 on Google, well above the 4.7 average of other Columbia locksmiths on ProsGrade.
  • One of 2 Columbia locksmiths on ProsGrade rated 4.7 or higher from at least 10 reviews.

Services Covered

12 services
  • Emergency locksmith service24/7 emergency service.
  • Commercial service and maintenanceLock and access-control system maintenance.
  • Access control and fobsFobs and card readers.
  • Master key systemsSystem design and installation.
  • Doors and framesRepairs, replacements and upgrades.
  • Automotive key originationNew keys for most vehicle makes and models.
  • Smart-key duplicationSmart keys, fobs and remotes.
  • Ignition repairFaulty ignition repair or replacement.
  • Residential rekeyingRekeying without replacing the existing hardware.
  • Smart locksSchlage Encode; keypad or mobile-app access.
  • Safe and vault openingNon-destructive opening techniques.
  • Safe lock replacementMechanical, digital and high-security locks.

Reviews

What customers say

Customers praise friendly, professional service and quick help, including arranged same-day help after one customer lost the only key to a used car and an office lockout that got another back to work quickly. After a front-door issue following a whole-house lock installation, one customer says two technicians returned within 24 hours, apologized, and corrected it.

Customer Reviews

Katy

We only had 1 key for a (used) car we bought. As fate would have it, it was lost. We tried a few other locksmiths in our area and they were unable too make one for our type of vehicle. The office staff was quick and friendly. They were able to send someone out the same day! Will came out to our house as a stranger, but left making us feel like we gained a new family member. The good kind!! He was great with communication, quick with the service and an all around wonderful person to represent this company.
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Kevin Epting

Whole house had new locks put in. Had one small issue with the front door and they sent two techs out to fix it within 24 hrs. They apologized for the inconvenience and corrected the problem. Techs were very professional, friendly, and checked I was satisfied 100%. Will definitely use these guys!!!
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Lara Stevens

I called because once again, I locked myself out of my office when no one else with a key is available. (Yes, I have a spare, but it was inside my office!). Alan got my door unlocked and got me back to work quickly. He was very friendly and professional! Worth every penny!
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kathleen burbage

Wow. Came because of the amazing Instagram reels, stayed for the fantastic service! Joshua helped me pick out 4 of the most perfect keys, and cut them flawlessly, what a guy! He knows what he’s doing. Will definitely be referring all of my friends here for all their locksmithing needs! Thanks Modern Locksmith!!! ??
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James Marsh

Great customer service! We needed same-day help on multiple office doors, and the entire team showed up fast and knocked it out with quality, professional-grade work. Highly recommend!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can The Modern Locksmith make a car key without an existing one?

Yes. It can originate a new car key even when there is no existing key to copy.

How long can making a car key take?

Most keys can be made in about 30 minutes, with no appointment needed.

Does The Modern Locksmith cut keys for motorcycles and other utility vehicles?

Yes. It also cuts keys for motorcycles, golf carts, mopeds, tractors, boats and other utility vehicles.

What happens if the Schlage Encode’s batteries die?

The lock still has a manual key override.