Kowalski Locksmith
Sam KowalskiSam KowalskiOwner · in business since 2007 · 19 years
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Kowalski Locksmith

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Local pro · Serving Chelsea, Gramercy, West Village, ManhattanZips10011100011001010014
InsuredBonded

Mailbox, apartment and building-door hardware.

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Jobs completed45
Pricing$95–$350 typical jobFree estimates
Response timeUsually replies within 4 hours
Birdie pickLicense checkedInsurance on fileVouched for by Jamal WhitfieldRe-checked every year
Services6 services

What we do.

Kowalski Locksmith is a licensed, bonded locksmith serving Manhattan. They rekey every unit at a closing so new owners start fresh, upgrade building and apartment security, and answer lockout calls around the clock. Agents trust them with keys to vacant listings.

01Closing-day rekeyingRekeying all locks when a home changes hands
02LockoutsFast, damage-free entry for homes, offices and cars
03High-security locksMedeco, Mul-T-Lock and other pick-resistant upgrades
04Smart locks & keypadsInstalling keyless entry for owners and rental properties
05Lockbox & key managementSetting up secure key access for listings and showings
06Door hardwareRepairing and replacing deadbolts, handles and closers
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Quick facts
Owner
Sam Kowalski
In business since
2007
Hours
Mon–Fri 8am–5pm · emergencies 24/7
Response time
Usually replies within 4 hours
Languages
English
Payment
Card, Zelle, Venmo, check
Certifications
ALOA Certified Registered Locksmith
Estimates
Free, in writing
Service area
Manhattan · 10011, 10001, 10010, 10014
Questions people ask
Can you rekey on closing day?

Yes. Book the morning of the closing and every cylinder is rekeyed before the walkthrough.

Do you give written estimates?

Yes. Every job gets a written estimate before work starts, and the price doesn't change without your OK.

Are you insured for co-ops and condos?

Yes. We send a certificate of insurance to your building before day one.

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