Business Details
22 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Charlottesville Locksmith
Since 2004, Cavalier Lock has provided precision locksmith services to Charlottesville, VA, and surrounding counties, combining technical expertise with unwavering customer service. Our founder, Ingo Kerl, brings decades of combined experience through formal criminal justice education at Piedmont Virginia Community College, U.S. Navy service, and over 20 years of hands-on locksmithing expertise. We specialize in residential, commercial, and automotive lock solutions while maintaining strict adherence to security standards through our Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services registration (DCJS: 11-21032). Our team prioritizes detailed workmanship, offering 24/7 emergency services for urgent lockouts while maintaining regular business hours for scheduled installations and maintenance. We serve Albemarle County and extend our reach to Fluvanna, Greene, and Nelson counties, ensuring comprehensive coverage for our clients.Our services include advanced electronic keypad installations, safe combination changes, and hardware upgrades using trusted brands like Schlage, Baldwin, and Yale. As a bonded, insured, and family-owned business, we maintain transparency in all operations while upholding Christian values in our business practices. Customer testimonials consistently highlight our prompt response times, expertise in resolving complex lock issues, competitive pricing structures, and personalized service approach. With both technical proficiency and community-focused values, we maintain long-standing relationships with residential clients, businesses, and Virginia Cavalier students. Our commitment to exceeding expectations through integrity and professionalism has solidified our reputation as a trusted security solutions provider across Central Virginia's diverse markets.
Services
Auto Lockouts
Key Replacement
Rekeying
Electronic Lock Installation
Safe Maintenance
Commercial Lock Services
Mailbox Lock Replacement
Door Hardware Upgrades
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 emergency lockout services with rapid response times across Central Virginia
- Our technicians combine formal criminal justice education with hands-on industry experience
- We maintain strict compliance with state security regulations through DCJS registration
- We provide free on-site estimates for home and business security upgrades
- Our team handles complex installations for trusted brands like Schlage and Baldwin
Associations and certifications
- Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services
- Registered DCJS: 11-21032
What people say
Prompt service
Knowledgeable staff
Honest pricing
Reliable technicians
Quick response
Services
Auto Lockouts
Our mobile locksmith specialists provide immediate assistance for car lockouts across Charlottesville and surrounding counties. Using non-destructive entry techniques, we help vehicle owners regain access to locked automobiles while protecting modern security systems. With 20 years of experience and specialized tools, we ensure fast, damage-free solutions for emergency situations.
Electronic Lock Installation
We install and service advanced electronic keypad locks from leading manufacturers including Schlage, Kwikset, and Yale. Our technicians program access codes, integrate systems with existing security measures, and ensure proper functionality for residential and commercial properties needing modern security solutions.
Key Replacement
Specializing in transponder key programming and traditional key cutting, we help customers who have lost all car keys. Our service includes creating new automotive keys, programming fobs, and ensuring proper vehicle immobilizer system synchronization using specialized locksmithing equipment.
Commercial Lock Services
We offer comprehensive lock maintenance and upgrades for business properties including master key system installations, high-security lock upgrades, and commercial hardware replacements. Our services ensure businesses maintain proper security protocols while accommodating operational needs through professional rekeying and access control solutions.
Safe Maintenance
Our technicians provide safe combination changes and relocation services for residential and commercial clients. We ensure proper functioning of security containers, maintain lock integrity during moves, and help clients update access codes while preserving valuable contents' security.
People
Ingo Kerl
Owner/Operator
Professional locksmith and business owner with 20 years experience in automotive, residential, and commercial security solutions. Served in U.S. Navy after graduating with honors from Piedmont Virginia Community College with a criminal justice degree.
Questions
What areas does Cavalier Lock service?
We serve Charlottesville, Albemarle County, and surrounding counties including Fluvanna, Greene, and Nelson. Emergency services are available across our coverage area.
Do you handle automotive key replacements?
Yes, we provide car key cutting, transponder key programming, and fob replacement services for vehicles when all keys are lost.
Are you available after regular business hours?
We offer 24/7 emergency lockout services while maintaining regular 8-5 business hours Monday through Friday for scheduled appointments.
Do you install smart lock systems?
Yes, we install and service electronic keypad locks from Schlage, Yale, and Kwikset for both residential and commercial properties.
Can you repair existing security systems?
Our services include repairing malfunctioning locks, rekeying systems, and upgrading hardware on residential and commercial properties.
Are your technicians certified?
Our team maintains required credentials through Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services registration and combines formal education with hands-on experience.