Dedicated to securing New Mexico's homes, auto businesses, and autos since 1978, Bill's Lock & Key, Inc., is here to help with all of your lock and key needs. From new building locks, getting into your residence or car when you are locked out, new keys for a vintage car, or any of the many locksmithing needs that can come up with in a business, you can always turn to BIll's Lock & Key.
From commercial and residential hardware to the latest automotive technology, we do it all. In our large, modern shop we have knowledgeable technicians ready to assist you and if you cannot bring it to us, we will come to you.
From commercial and residential hardware to the latest automotive technology, we do it all. In our large, modern shop we have knowledgeable technicians ready to assist you and if you cannot bring it to us, we will come to you.
Business details
- Year established: 1978
Services
Remotes
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Bill's Lock & Key Inc. is your local 24-hour locksmith for emergency and routine locksmith services, including servicing remotes and remote fobs for your car. We stock a large selection of late model remote entry replacement FOBs. In addition to programming new remotes, we also repair damaged remotes at a fraction of the cost of replacement.
Automotive
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We have always striven to stay on top of the latest in automotive technology and can duplicate, produce, and program keys for most all vehicles. We perform automotive service of all kinds, including break-in repair, lock replacement, and full rekeying. If you've lost a keyless entry remote for your vehicle, we offer OEM replacements; see our Remotes page.
Commercial
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From complex Grand Master Key Systems to carded access control, Bill's Lock & Key, Inc., is prepared to help you with all of your commercial property security and locksmith needs. Our technicians are up to date on the latest technology as well as the latest Fire, Life & Safety codes and Americans with Disabilities Act regulations.
Residential
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Safes
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Bill's Lock & Key, Inc. proudly stocks American Security products. AMSEC is the world's best-known provider of security safes. AMSEC began in the 1940s and have over 75 years of expertise to bring to bear to satisfy your needs. We carry safes for your home and for your commercial venture. We have a large showroom and if we do not have it in stock, we can order it for you.
Reviews (47)
Kyle A.
Jun 17, 2022
Matt Williams
Jun 10, 2022
Heather O.
Jun 10, 2022
Highly recommend! Excellent service and super knowledgeable staff. Their help was invaluable in getting my key situation under control after my car was stolen. My car's ignition and locks were replaced so I received new keys from my mechanic that weren't programmed. They were able to get my previous set of keys working so I didn't even need the new ones. I'm forever grateful!
If you're ever in my key situation skip the dealership and head here first. It's more reasonably priced and your overall customer experience will be ten times better.
If you're ever in my key situation skip the dealership and head here first. It's more reasonably priced and your overall customer experience will be ten times better.
Ray Canham
May 29, 2022
Tom Sullivan
May 17, 2022
John R. Nelson
May 15, 2022
Tami Thayer
Apr 26, 2022
DonJoaquin D.
Apr 22, 2022
Krina C.
Apr 18, 2022
The only good thing from my rough week was finding Bill's lock & key and receiving EXCELLENT Service from Mr Bill and his crew. My ignition cylinder was broken due to theft attempt. The dealership took two days just to give me an outrageously overpriced estimate whereas Bill's dispatcher Katrina told me the precise service costs right away over the phone.
They got my ignition fixed in less than hour. Everyone was communicative, courteous and professional along the way. Thank you so much for your honest and professional service!
They got my ignition fixed in less than hour. Everyone was communicative, courteous and professional along the way. Thank you so much for your honest and professional service!
Shannon Brown
Apr 15, 2022
I'm so happy that I chose y'all to help me today! Thought I might have to sleep in my truck to make sure it wasn't stolen but y'all got me in and out of there so fast! My trailblazer is safer because you squeezed me in! Thank you and I'll be back to get my other door fixed as well! And your now my locksmith and more for life. Great service. Excellent prices and fast! Thank you so very much. Do y'all go to pie town? Lol
Mama Bear
Apr 05, 2022
Des C.
Mar 15, 2022
The best key copy experience I've ever had, ever! I had a few uniquely shaped keys I needed cut and I tried visiting a few places in Albuquerque where I was told the cuts probably couldn't be done. I wasn't hopeful that I'd be able to use these. When I walked into this place, they completed my cuts within MINUTES. I was in and out in about 5 minutes. I couldn't believe it! I am so stoked! The staff was awesome, everything was awesome. :
Azin Mehrnoosh
Jan 24, 2022
July Th G.
Jan 21, 2022
I was barely in the door when someone was at the counter greeting me, taking my order, and making my keys. Other employees came to the counter to take care of new customers who came in right after me. Everyone seemed to be busy, not waiting around, yet there was no wait for the customers. I appreciated that. Plus it was close to closing time but everyone was taken care of.
Neal Mcdonnell
Jan 18, 2022
Steve Keithley
Dec 30, 2021
I just called Bill's Lock and Key to fix a problem with a door handle that was not working properly. Before scheduling service they suggested that I try lubricating the lock with WD-40 and provided some easy steps to follow. In a few minutes I had the handle working all of the sticking and locking up was corrected. This really says something about the integrity of Bill's. When I do need service, I will be sure to call them! Nice to have a company in town that places service and people first. Steve Keithley
Donald L.
Dec 16, 2021
These guys were great. They programmed a Ram Limited key fob for me before I had a chance to sit down to wait, literally it took the guy less than five minutes to program the fob and cut the spare key. Dealership wanted $25 more to do it and wanted me to leave the truck for the day. They guy who did the work was polite and efficient, I was worried they wouldn't be able to do it, like I said it was done before I even sat down.
Bay Fitted
Nov 29, 2021
Duke Togo
Nov 23, 2021
Denise T.
Nov 18, 2021
I recently lost the keys to my shed and headed over to Bill's Lock and Key. Unfortunately the shed manufacturer didn't publish the key code online, so the staff had to make a few different different keys based on the shed manufacturers that did publish codes, and there were at least 100. As it turns out, I needed to bring in the lock from the shed and the staff was able to create a new key. YAY! Everyone was very helpful and friendly, and truly wanted to solve the problem. I appreciate their expertise and highly recommend Bill's Lock and Key.
Pat Dlovato
Nov 01, 2021
Joe Quiroz
Oct 29, 2021
Bryana Woo
Oct 16, 2021
Peter M.
Oct 06, 2021
Betta Mom
Sep 29, 2021
The fellow who made my keys for me, if he were to smile his face would probably break! But, he was friendly fast and efficient! And the best part? When I presented him with a card that said please check ID, he is the 1st person in a long time to do so! I'll be back if I need more help with keys. Keep up the good work guys!
Jordan M.
Aug 20, 2021
P. B.
Aug 01, 2021
Roberto Y.
Jul 23, 2021
I was wearing a mask as folks during a pandemic and was ignored by about six employees. They helped customers that came in after me while I was standing at the counter. Finally some asked he if I had been help. I said, "No and you've helped other customers that came in after me". I was told next time I should ask for help. Blaming the customers must be their go to argument.
Typically a customer standing at the counter would be an indication that they are there to spend money. Then I paid with a credit card and was asked for ID while other customers doing the same were not. No apology offered. I'll let you do the math from here.
Typically a customer standing at the counter would be an indication that they are there to spend money. Then I paid with a credit card and was asked for ID while other customers doing the same were not. No apology offered. I'll let you do the math from here.
Ajapae Vigil
Jul 06, 2021
Meghan P.
Jul 01, 2021
Called to get a key cut and programmed for my truck. Was told over the phone that I would need to be there before 4pm to have the key programmed. Drove an hour (I don't live in Albuquerque) to get there. Was 3:45pm when I walked into the shop. The employee told me that they don't program keys that late in the day. I told him that I had called and was told to be there before 4:00pm.
He suggested I come back another day but earlier in the day. I drove my truck an hour to get there! Wasted time and gas for nothing. So disappointed. I will find a locksmith closer to where I live to have the key cut and programmed.
He suggested I come back another day but earlier in the day. I drove my truck an hour to get there! Wasted time and gas for nothing. So disappointed. I will find a locksmith closer to where I live to have the key cut and programmed.
Bonnie F.
May 15, 2021
Scott S.
Dec 05, 2020
Ec N.
Sep 29, 2020
John M.
Jul 01, 2020
Charles K.
Sep 13, 2019
Have always had excellent service from Bill's Lock and Key. Today I brought in two new transponder keys fobs (purchased online) with integral cut keys for my new to me Nissan Leaf. The new key fobs were checked for proper operation, then all three were programmed into the car and verified before the two new manual key blanks were cut. By my estimate, I saved around 80% of what the dealership would have charged. Previously, Bill's has been my go to source for medium security common keyed American padlocks for TSA approved firearms cases.
John G.
Aug 08, 2019
Just went by Bill's and was turned away for service. The tone and helpfulness was not there like it used to be. I was told he WOULD ONLY HELP CURRENT CUSTOMERS with replacing a very simple Cam. I was sent to Heights lock and key, and told to leave he refused to answer any questions. SHOCKING BEHAVIOR! I do not recommend this store unless your a current, or repeat customer.
Tc H.
Jun 04, 2019
I have been to this location before and they helped me out so I thought I return to see if they can help once again. I needed a golf cart key; however, the key that I had was not your usual key for an EZGO cart. I was waited on immediately and the tech matched two possible keys sizes right away. He made the keys and I was on my way within ten minutes. The keys were a match and they worked, I was so relieved to finally have spares. I highly recommend this business.
Randall K.
Jun 03, 2019
I've used Bill's for a few years now, and until today, I've been happy. BUT today ended my going to Bill's for keys. Probably the same is now true for any major jobs like updating and replacing the locks at our home or rental. I needed 1 key to match 3 matching keys I had on my ring and 3 keys each to match two other individual keys on the same ring.
I wanted to take the necessary 3 keys off the ring to eliminate confusion. The worker insisted that wasn't needed because it was easier for him. His first try, he completely missed one of the keys I wanted & claimed I didn't say i wanted it, but he remained cordial and tried again. That still didn't work since on the second pass we mutually missed one of the keys.
On the 3rd try, I ended up with two extra keys I didn't need, but at least I had all the keys I started out to get (7). I wasn't happy about it, but did not want to go thru another round of confusion. So I blew off the $6 loss and left before I said something mean. Randall King
I wanted to take the necessary 3 keys off the ring to eliminate confusion. The worker insisted that wasn't needed because it was easier for him. His first try, he completely missed one of the keys I wanted & claimed I didn't say i wanted it, but he remained cordial and tried again. That still didn't work since on the second pass we mutually missed one of the keys.
On the 3rd try, I ended up with two extra keys I didn't need, but at least I had all the keys I started out to get (7). I wasn't happy about it, but did not want to go thru another round of confusion. So I blew off the $6 loss and left before I said something mean. Randall King
Dunkin W.
Dec 26, 2018
This is one of places one just never appreciates until you need them. I'll admit it. And after taking them some very tricky locks/problems to resolve.they did just that. I can't thank them enough.seriously. I'm not one to go outside the "food" rhelm to often and do a review but this experience certainly earned it. Thank you for your help/assistance in rendering a very pain-free solution!
Kameko W.
Jun 25, 2018
Great service. Recently experienced an attempted break in that left my door damaged and unable to be locked. Called and was told it was the weekend I would have to wait for the after hours tech. About an hour later got a call telling me they had finished another job early and would be heading over. Got my door repaired and lock replaced with very minimal inconvenience and at a reasonable rate. Thank you for getting us back secure!
Jesse C.
Jan 04, 2018
I've been to Bill's Lock and Key a couple of times now, once to buy a couple of things and then also to have a duplicate key made for my car. It's a newer car with a transponder key so the price tag on a duplicate can be alarming. Bill's had to order the key in but quoted a good price so I went with them. When they got the new key in, they discovered that there'd been a mix-up with the ordering and they'd actually ordered in the wrong key, but they had the correct one in stock.
The correct one should have actually cost a bit more but they waived the difference, so I guess I lucked out a bit. They had the new key cut and programmed into my car very quickly, and it works just fine now. They have a pretty big staff, so I never had to wait long to talk to a locksmith. As for the other visit, I needed a padlock and wanted to get something better than a $15 Wal-Mart Master lock.
They have a good range of padlocks from Abus on a rack and I believe they also stock American Padlock behind the counter. The prices were reasonable, and they also had a lot of accessories to match - hasps, door hardware, and some industrial-duty key reels. Somehow it took to my third visit to notice that they sell safes as well. there's quite a few on display. They're also a dealer for some high-security brands if you have something you seriously want to lock up - I believe I saw a mul-t-lock display for example.
The correct one should have actually cost a bit more but they waived the difference, so I guess I lucked out a bit. They had the new key cut and programmed into my car very quickly, and it works just fine now. They have a pretty big staff, so I never had to wait long to talk to a locksmith. As for the other visit, I needed a padlock and wanted to get something better than a $15 Wal-Mart Master lock.
They have a good range of padlocks from Abus on a rack and I believe they also stock American Padlock behind the counter. The prices were reasonable, and they also had a lot of accessories to match - hasps, door hardware, and some industrial-duty key reels. Somehow it took to my third visit to notice that they sell safes as well. there's quite a few on display. They're also a dealer for some high-security brands if you have something you seriously want to lock up - I believe I saw a mul-t-lock display for example.
Reggie N.
Nov 08, 2017
I had a pair of duplicate keys made for my Sprinter van here and the price was very reasonable for keys with transponders that are not readily available at most shops. This shop looks like they carry a lot of inventory of different key types. They had several people busy working there. I was in and out in a short time. Definitely looks like a go to place.
J. Thumma
Jan 22, 2016
Joseph Flores
Dec 12, 2015
K. Pierce
Sep 09, 2015
Shawn Levesque
Aug 04, 2015
Bryan Wehrli
Jun 03, 2015
I had a costly experience with this shop. While taking almost an hour and complaining bitterly about coding a new key for a Nissan, the technician neglected to ask if I had any other keys. A few days later I used an older key that hadn't been recoded, which unbeknownst to me, sent the car into a lockdown mode.