Are you available for after-hours lockout calls?

Yes. After-hours lockout calls are routed through our live answering line at (202) 227-6767. An on-call dispatcher triages each request and sends the nearest available technician. Average after-hours arrival time is…

Are your technicians licensed in Maryland and DC?

Yes. All technicians operating in Maryland carry a valid Maryland Security License Board locksmith license. DC operations comply with applicable licensing requirements. Proof of licensure and certificates of general…

Can you rekey a lock instead of replacing it?

Yes, and in most cases rekeying is the right choice. Rekeying changes the internal pin configuration so the old key no longer works, but the lock hardware stays in place. It costs significantly less than a full…

Do you design master key systems for rental properties and offices?

Yes. Master key hierarchy design is one of our core commercial services. We start with a facility walk-through, map every door and its access level, then design and install a hierarchy that gives each user access to…

Do you provide a written estimate before starting work?

Always. Every Unlock and Drive technician carries a rate schedule and provides a written estimate on-site before any work begins. No work proceeds without customer approval, and the final invoice never exceeds the…

How are safe openings documented for insurance?

Photos of drill points, dial orientation, and relocker status accompany invoices so carriers see professional methodology rather than destructive mystery. Post-opening, discuss whether dial service or electronic…

How do I choose between Grade 1 and Grade 2 deadbolts on mixed-use doors?

Grade 1 belongs on exterior and garage-house connectors; Grade 2 may suffice on interior storerooms without public exposure. Strike reinforcement matters as much as cylinder grade—Unlock and Drive should inspect screw…

How do locksmiths avoid participating in illegal lockouts?

Responsible vendors request court or landlord documentation before cores change on occupied dwellings. If paperwork is ambiguous, they decline service rather than risk constructive eviction liability. Photo IDs and…

Locksmith in White Oak, MD | Unlock and Drive

Unlock and Drive provides same-day locksmith service to White Oak, MD — dispatched from our Silver Spring hub, about 3.8 miles away. When you call, we route the nearest available technician. For most White Oak addresses, that means an on-site arrival within 90 minutes for emergency lockouts when a crew is available.

We know White Oak. Our White Oak locksmiths run this route regularly and are familiar with common hardware installed in local homes and small businesses — from builder-grade deadbolts to storefront mortise cylinders — so we bring the right picks, blanks, and repair parts before we arrive.

Locksmith services in White Oak, MD

Residential lockout service: Fast, damage-conscious entry for homes in White Oak when keys are lost, locks jam, or cylinders fail. We verify residency before opening and can re-key on-site.
Commercial lockout & access control: After-hours office entry, panic bar adjustments, storefront cylinder replacement, and credential resets for small businesses across White Oak.
Car lockout & key programming for White Oak: Vehicle unlocks without paint damage, trunk access, and on-site key duplication or transponder programming when codes and blanks are available.
Lock rekeying: Single-visit re-key for move-ins, employee turnover, or lost keys — new keys issued, old keys retired, pinning documented for property managers in White Oak.
Deadbolt installation for White Oak: Grade-1 deadbolts, smart locks, and reinforced strikes installed to manufacturer torque specs with clean wood and metal door prep.
High-security locks: Restricted keyways, pick-resistant cylinders, and drill-resistant cores for White Oak homeowners and retailers who need controlled duplication.
Access control support for White Oak: Small-scale keypad, fob, and standalone electronic locks — programming, battery service, and strike alignment for light commercial suites.
Smart lock installation: Wi-Fi, Z-Wave, and Bluetooth smart deadbolts installed and configured for White Oak homes — auto-lock timers, guest codes, and battery alerts set before we leave.
Keyless entry systems: Keypad and fingerprint entry for White Oak residences and small offices — no keys to lose, full audit trails, and code management guidance included.
Master key system (residential): One key opens every lock on your property — we design bitting levels, document pinning charts, and ensure duplicates require your authorization in White Oak.
Master key system (commercial / multi-tenant): Grand master, master, and change-key levels for apartment complexes, office buildings, and HOAs in White Oak — documented schematics and re-keying roadmaps included.
High-security commercial locks: Medeco, Mul-T-Lock, and ASSA Abloy systems for White Oak businesses requiring pick resistance, drill resistance, and controlled key duplication.
Panic bar & exit device installation: Von Duprin, Corbin Russwin, and Detex panic hardware installed to ANSI/BHMA code for White Oak commercial occupancies — function tested before we leave.
Door closer installation & repair: LCN, Norton, and Dorma closers installed, adjusted, and repaired for White Oak commercial and residential doors — proper latching force without slamming.
Interchangeable core (IC core) systems: Best SFIC, Corbin IC, and compatible core systems for White Oak facilities requiring fast core swaps without rekeying individual cylinders.
Key control & restricted keyways: Schlage Primus, Medeco Biaxial, and other restricted keyway programs for White Oak properties where unauthorized key duplication is a security risk.
Transponder key programming: On-site transponder and proximity key cutting and programming for White Oak vehicles when blanks and dealer codes are available — honest referrals when they are not.
Key fob replacement & programming: Smart key fob and push-button start fob programming for common White Oak-area vehicle makes when OBD-II programming is available without dealer lockout.
Ignition repair & replacement: Worn, jammed, or broken ignition cylinders repaired or replaced in White Oak — key extraction, cylinder swap, and ignition lock service with ownership verification.
Broken key extraction: Snap-in-lock key fragments removed from door cylinders, padlocks, and vehicle ignitions across White Oak — non-destructive when fragment position allows.
Safe opening service: Residential and light-commercial safe lockouts in White Oak — combination loss, dial failure, or electronic lock malfunction — with ownership verification required.
Safe installation & anchoring: Floor and wall anchoring for residential and office safes in White Oak — concrete anchoring, leveling, and combination setup included.
Gun safe installation: Gun safe delivery coordination, anchoring, and combination setup for White Oak homeowners — proper anchoring prevents tip-over and unauthorized access.
Eviction & tenant lock change: Court-order lock changes for White Oak landlords following lawful eviction — documentation of prior lock condition, new hardware installed and keyed.
Property manager re-key programs: Batch re-keying, master-key maintenance, and on-call access for White Oak apartment complexes, HOAs, and commercial property managers.
Window lock installation: Keyed window locks, sliding sash locks, and sash pins installed across White Oak properties — secondary security without drilling through historic frames when alternatives exist.
Garage door lock & entry: Garage door cylinder locks, T-handle replacements, and interior slide bolt installations for White Oak attached and detached garages.
Door hardware installation & repair: Handlesets, levers, knobs, and passage hardware installed and aligned for White Oak residential and light-commercial doors — ADA lever options quoted on request.
Biometric access control: Fingerprint and biometric reader installation and enrollment for White Oak homes and businesses — no key to lose, full audit trail, and fast user enrollment included.
Electric strike & maglock installation: Fail-safe and fail-secure electric strikes and maglocks for White Oak residential and commercial entry points — wired, programmed, and code-compliant.
Safe combination change: Mechanical dial combination re-indexing and electronic keypad reset for White Oak residential and office safes — ownership verification required; three full test cycles performed before close.
Mailbox lock repair & replacement: Cylinder replacement, broken key extraction, and cluster-box re-keying for White Oak residential and commercial mailboxes — tenant key documentation included for HOA and property manager accounts.
Antique lock repair & restoration: Historic mortise lock, rim lock, and warded lock repair for White Oak homes — non-invasive restoration that preserves original hardware without boring new cross-bores.

Serving White Oak from our Silver Spring location

White Oak is covered by our Unlock and Drive — Silver Spring team, roughly 3.8 miles from most in-town addresses. For White Oak callers, that proximity keeps trip charges predictable and ETAs honest — not all-day windows.

Our Silver Spring locksmiths serve White Oak and surrounding communities such as Georgia Avenue / Walter Reed, The Parks At Walter Reed, Takoma Park, Brightwood, Four Corners. On White Oak routes, vans carry common Schlage, Kwikset, and Yale service parts, cylinder pinning kits, and commercial-grade strikes for first-visit completion whenever possible.

White Oak customers can view our full Silver Spring location page for exact address, phone, and hours — use the nearest-location card on this page for the Google-verified listing.

About White Oak, MD

White Oak is a community of about 17,403 residents in Montgomery County, MD. Homes and small businesses across White Oak use a wide mix of Schlage, Kwikset, Yale, Medeco, and commercial-grade mortise hardware. In White Oak, we match manufacturer specifications on every install so warranties stay intact and insurance documentation stays clean.

Why customers call us first

Licensed and insured for locksmith work in MD, serving White Oak.
No surprise drill-outs — we pick non-destructively whenever the hardware allows.
Upfront written quotes before invasive work begins.
Background-checked technicians with visible ID.
Re-key and master-key documentation for property managers.
Automotive unlock training to protect weather seals and linkages.
Commercial after-hours access with audit-friendly procedures.
Smart lock installation and Wi-Fi setup assistance on request.

Locksmith FAQ for White Oak

How fast can you respond to a lockout in White Oak?

We dispatch from Silver Spring, about 3.8 miles from most White Oak addresses. White Oak lockout calls are prioritized and we quote an honest arrival window before a technician rolls.

Do you make car keys on-site in White Oak?

Yes for many White Oak-area domestic and import models when blanks and codes are available. For White Oak vehicles, if a dealer-only key is required, we tell you upfront after decoding the lock or VIN-eligible systems.

Are you licensed and bonded for work in White Oak?

For White Oak work, we carry liability insurance and maintain the credentials required for commercial access work. Documentation is available on request before larger projects begin.

Planning ahead in White Oak: ask about keyed-alike padlocks for sheds, mailbox locks keyed to your house key, and strike-box upgrades that resist kick-ins on older jambs. Landlords can schedule batch re-keys between leases with one master invoice. White Oak White Oak White Oak White Oak HOA-managed communities benefit from standardized cylinders with restricted duplication — we spec and document those programs for board approval.

Locksmith services in White Oak, MD

Locksmith services in White Oak, MD

Serving White Oak from our Silver Spring location

About White Oak, MD

Why customers call us first

Locksmith FAQ for White Oak

How fast can you respond to a lockout in White Oak?

Do you make car keys on-site in White Oak?

Are you licensed and bonded for work in White Oak?

Served from Our Nearby Location

Our Locksmith Services

Access control support in White Oak, MD

Biometric access control in White Oak, MD

Broken key extraction in White Oak, MD

Car lockout & key programming in White Oak, MD

Commercial lockout & access control in White Oak, MD

Deadbolt installation in White Oak, MD

Door closer installation & repair in White Oak, MD

Electric strike & maglocks in White Oak, MD

High-security commercial locks in White Oak, MD

High-security locks in White Oak, MD

Ignition repair & replacement in White Oak, MD

Key fob programming in White Oak, MD

Keyless entry systems in White Oak, MD

Lock rekeying in White Oak, MD

Master key systems (commercial) in White Oak, MD

Master key systems (residential) in White Oak, MD

Panic bar & exit device installation in White Oak, MD

Property manager locksmith services in White Oak, MD

Residential lockout service in White Oak, MD

Safe combination change in White Oak, MD

Safe installation in White Oak, MD

Safe opening & combination change in White Oak, MD

Smart lock installation in White Oak, MD

Transponder key programming in White Oak, MD

Free estimate in White Oak