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As of May 2026, RatingsNearMe ranks 5 locksmiths in Wake Forest, NC by verified customer ratings and review volume. The highest-rated is Key Harbor - Locksmith Raleigh with a 4.6-star rating from 488 verified reviews. Also in the top tier: Marshall's Locksmith Service Inc and Dodson Towing. The average rating across all listed locksmiths in Wake Forest is 4.5 stars from 124 reviews per business on average.
Locksmith services in Wake Forest: lockout service $75–$200; rekeying $100–$250; lock installation $150–$400.
Rankings updated May 17, 2026 · Scored by ratings (35%), review volume (30%), sentiment (20%), completeness (10%), availability (5%) · Not paid placement.
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5
Businesses listed
4.5★
Avg rating
124
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May 17, 2026
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Top Rated Locksmiths
Key Harbor - Locksmith Raleigh
4325 Glenwood Ave Suite 3031, Raleigh, NC 27612, USA
Marshall's Locksmith Service Inc
4205 Poole Rd, Raleigh, NC 27610, USA
Dodson Towing
521 Lakeview Ave, Wake Forest, NC 27587, USA
Locksmiths Rankings in Wake Forest, NC
| # | Business | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Key Harbor - Locksmith Raleigh4325 Glenwood Ave Suite 3031, Raleigh, NC 27612, USA | 4.6★ | 488 |
| #2 | Marshall's Locksmith Service Inc4205 Poole Rd, Raleigh, NC 27610, USA | 4.6★ | 105 |
| #3 | Dodson Towing521 Lakeview Ave, Wake Forest, NC 27587, USA | 5.0★ | 6 |
| #4 | KeyMe Locksmiths2114 S Main St, Wake Forest, NC 27587, USA | 4.7★ | 3 |
| #5 | Minute Key11800 Galaxy Dr, Wake Forest, NC 27587, USA | 3.7★ | 16 |
Ranked by verified ratings & review volume · Data from Google Business listings · Updated May 2026
All Locksmiths in Wake Forest
KeyMe Locksmiths
2114 S Main St, Wake Forest, NC 27587, USA
Minute Key
11800 Galaxy Dr, Wake Forest, NC 27587, USA
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Licensing requirements vary by trade and state. For most home service contractors, NC requires both a state license and liability insurance. Always ask any contractor for proof of current insurance and a copy of their license number before work begins — you can verify most licenses on your state licensing board's website.
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Editorial notice: Ratings are based on publicly available data from Google Business listings. Consumers should independently verify licensing, insurance, and credentials before hiring any service provider. Last updated: May 17, 2026.
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