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The Rio Grande Valley's #1 Trusted Locksmith
for Over 50 Years

​LICENSED . ESTABLISHED. RELIABLE . 

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RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL SERVICES

LICENSE #B12751

We provide fast, reliable locksmith services for homes and businesses.

Whether it's an emergency or a security upgrade, our licensed team is here to help.

  • Broken Key Extraction

  • ​Building Lockouts

  • ​​Emergency Services

  • Mailbox Lock Services

  • Vehicle Lockouts

  • Lock Repair

  • Lock Replacement 

  • Lock Installation

  • Key Repair

  • Rekeying

  • Key Duplication

ABOUT US 

Joe’s Locksmith has been a trusted name throughout the Rio Grande Valley since 1967. What started as a small, family-run locksmith service has grown into a well-known local business built on reliability, honesty, and old-fashioned customer care. Licensed and experienced, our team has spent decades helping our community feel safe and secure —whether that means unlocking a car, rekeying a home after a move, or installing new locks for a growing business.​

As a family-owned company, we take pride in treating every customer like one of our own. We understand the urgency that comes with lockouts and security concerns, which is why we offer fast, dependable service you can count on. Over the years, we've earned a reputation as the locksmith valley residents turn to when they need someone they can trust.​​​​
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Today, we serve the Rio Grande Valley with the same dedication we had on day one—providing professional locksmith services with a personal touch.​

-Family-owned and proudly serving the Rio Grande Valley for over 50 years-

Carlos Contreras Locksmith

CARLOS CONTRERAS

Owner / Operator / 3rd Generation

As the current owner, Carlos Contreras carries forward the values and legacy of Joe’s Locksmith. Backed by decades of hands-on experience, Carlos combines expert craftsmanship with a deep-rooted commitment to the community. He leads with the same integrity, reliability, and that same family-first mindset that have defined the Contreras for generations.

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ISAAC CONTRERAS

Apprentice / 4th Generation

As the great-grandson of Joe Contreras—aka Joe, founder of Joe’s Locksmith—Isaac is proudly continuing the family tradition. Now the fourth-generation apprentice, he’s carrying on a legacy of trust, craftsmanship, and service to the community. With a deep respect for the trade and a passion for learning, he’s well on his way to becoming the next master locksmith in the family.

Rene Galvan

2025-11-12

Carlos is the only locksmith I use for all my listings. He is prompt and very professional. I highly recommend using him.

Felipe Cavazos

2025-10-23

Always On. Time, super courteous, just simply the best.

Joel Robles

2025-10-13

Requested their services on an emergency status, and they responded immediately. Top notch service and care for customers. I would recommend this company to all.

Niko Yado

2025-10-13

Best locksmith in the valley by far fast response and fast service, can’t go wrong!

Richard De La Garza

2025-10-01

Carlos showed up today after my mom locked her keys in her car. He is very professional and was able to get her car unlocked. My mother is elderly and has health issues. He not only got her keys out for her, he said that her service call was going to be his good deed for the day. He is a great man and shown us that there are still great people out there who are willing to help others out of the kindness of their heart. We are grateful for his generosity and are now customers for life. Thank you Carlos.
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