Business Details
36 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Knightdale Locksmith Since 1990
CLS Cox Locksmith has been a trusted name in security services since 1990, founded by Ron Cox in Knightdale, North Carolina. Our family-owned business serves the Triangle area with 24/7 emergency, commercial, residential, and automotive locksmith solutions. With over 30 years of industry experience, we employ seven licensed professionals committed to fast response and tailored service. Our storefront offers walk-in convenience and a showroom featuring locks and safes. We specialize in rekeying, high-security systems, master key installations, and emergency lockout assistance for homes, businesses, and vehicles.Our team adheres to North Carolina's licensing standards, maintaining ongoing education to ensure expertise in the latest security technologies. We prioritize customer satisfaction through transparent communication and reliable service, serving Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, and surrounding communities. Our mobile fleet ensures prompt on-site assistance whenever needed.
Services
Emergency lockout
Rekeying
Deadbolt installation
Master key systems
Safe installation
Gate locks
Vehicle key duplication
High-security locks
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 emergency locksmith services for urgent needs
- Family-owned since 1990 with proven industry experience
- Seven licensed professionals serving the Triangle area
- Tailored solutions for commercial, residential, and automotive security
- Showroom with security product demonstrations available
Services
Emergency Lockout
Our 24-hour emergency service responds to vehicle, home, and business lockouts with rapid on-site assistance. Technicians carry specialized tools to open doors without damage while maintaining security. Available every day of the year for urgent access needs.
Rekeying Services
We modify existing locks to work with new keys by replacing internal components. This eliminates unauthorized access without requiring full hardware replacement. Ideal for new property owners or businesses needing key control updates.
High-Security Locks
Installation of bump-proof, pick-resistant locks with restricted key duplication. Protects against unauthorized entry through advanced cylinder designs. Recommended for properties with heightened security concerns or frequent key management issues.
Master Key Systems
Custom systems allowing multiple locks to operate with a single key while maintaining individual access control. Ideal for commercial properties needing tiered security levels across different areas or personnel.
Vehicle Key Duplication
Professional duplication of automotive keys including transponder chip programming. Available at our Knightdale storefront for standard keys and modern ignition systems requiring electronic synchronization.
Questions
Why use a licensed locksmith?
North Carolina requires licensed professionals who maintain ongoing training. Our licensed technicians ensure proper security solutions and legal compliance.
What areas do you service?
We cover Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, Cary, Apex, and surrounding Triangle communities including Knightdale and Wake Forest.
What is lock rekeying?
Rekeying changes a lock's internal components to work with new keys. Your old keys become obsolete without replacing the entire hardware.
When should I rekey locks?
After moving to a new home, employee departures, or lost keys. Maintains security control without full lock replacement.
Do you offer high-security options?
Yes, we install systems preventing bump keys, unauthorized duplication, and providing total key control for enhanced protection.
What emergency services are available?
24/7 lockout assistance for homes, businesses, and vehicles with rapid mobile response throughout the Triangle area.
Reviews (5)
C. C.
Aug 17, 2021
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I have used Cox for years and always had great service. They re-keyed a door lock for me and Ive had numerous duplicate keys cut there. Staff is always courteous and service is fast.
Joseph Armas
Jul 21, 2021
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I locked my car doors only to realize I left my keys in my car. Researched some locksmiths in my area and found one in knightdale and figured I'd give them a shot. Made a call and even got a text giving me an ETA for when a technician would arrive. The man who unlocked my car was very professional and friendly so if I ever need a service involving locks I will definitely call this business again.
Fatmann Productions
May 27, 2020
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We used them to change the locks at our business. They offered a special key set that is perfect for our needs. The price was reasonable. They showed up on time and stood behind their work. Later when a key felt sticky, they came by and adjusted the lock at no charge. Will continue to work them for all our needs!
Ivan Maresca
Dec 13, 2019
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Needed to rekey several doors. Told him that I was NOT in a hurry. Gave me a quote and he said that he was going to do it the next day. Next day he did not show up. Called he said that was too busy to keep me informed. Eventually 3 days later he showed up, but when it was time to pay the price it was almost triple his original quote. Eventually we negotiated a small discount. However, he had to come back because he had only rekeyed one side of one door.
He wanted to charge me again for the job that he was supposed to have done already. Four months later the lock he replaced is not working and he wants to charge me again $75 service call. Don't trust verbal quote. Service call is roo high and In general find somebody more forthcoming and competent.
He wanted to charge me again for the job that he was supposed to have done already. Four months later the lock he replaced is not working and he wants to charge me again $75 service call. Don't trust verbal quote. Service call is roo high and In general find somebody more forthcoming and competent.
Chester Klimczak
Jun 27, 2018
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Paid $80 for them to tell me to go buy a lock from Lowe's. Took the door knob off and left in pieces then left. Will never use these guys again.
