Key Cutting

 

Professional Key Cutting Services in Calgary
Key cutting is one of the most common and important locksmith services, but accuracy matters. At Always Affordable Locksmiths, we provide professional key cutting in Calgary for a wide range of residential, commercial, and specialty keys. Properly cut keys reduce wear on locks, improve reliability, and help avoid unexpected lockouts.

 
Residential Key Cutting
We cut keys for homes, condos, apartments, and rental properties. Whether you need spare keys for family members or replacements for worn keys, our in-shop key cutting service ensures smooth operation and consistent performance.

Common residential keys we cut include:

·         House and door keys

·         Deadbolt and knob keys

·         Garage and shed keys

·         Mailbox and utility keys

 
Commercial & Office Key Cutting
Businesses often require multiple copies of keys for staff, maintenance, or access control. We cut keys for offices, retail locations, warehouses, and commercial properties, with attention to accuracy and durability.

This includes keys for:

·         Office doors and suites

·         File cabinets and desks

·         Storage rooms and back-of-house areas

·         Restricted or controlled key systems (where authorized)

 
High-Accuracy & Specialty Key Cutting
Not all keys can be duplicated at big-box stores. We cut many specialty and precision keys that require proper equipment and locksmith experience.

These may include:

·         High-security keys (authorization required)

·         Restricted keyways

·         Older or uncommon key blanks

·         Worn keys that need careful duplication

·         We always confirm key type and duplication eligibility before cutting.

 
Why Professional Key Cutting Matters
Poorly cut keys can cause lock damage, sticking, or complete failure over time. Professional key cutting helps:

·         Extend the life of your locks

·         Reduce key breakage

·         Improve reliability and smooth operation

·         Avoid emergency lockout situations

·         Our technicians take the time to ensure each key is cut accurately and tested when possible.

 
When You Should Get a Key Cut
You should consider cutting a new key if:

·         You only have one working key

·         Your key is bent, cracked, or worn

·         The key works inconsistently

·         You need spares for family, staff, or tenants

·         Having properly cut backup keys helps prevent costly and stressful situations.

 
In-Shop Key Cutting in Calgary
All key cutting services are performed in-shop at our Calgary location. This allows us to use professional equipment, verify key types, and maintain consistent quality.

If you’re unsure whether your key can be duplicated, bring it in and we’ll review it with you.

 

Need Key Cutting in Calgary?
If you need reliable key cutting in Calgary, Always Affordable Locksmiths is ready to help. Visit our shop to have your keys reviewed and cut by experienced locksmiths.

Key Cutting – FAQs

What types of keys can you cut?
We cut a wide range of residential, commercial, and specialty keys, including house keys, office keys, file cabinet keys, mailbox keys, and many common high-security keys where duplication is permitted.

Do you cut keys that big-box stores cannot?
Yes. Many keys require professional equipment and correct blanks that are not available at hardware stores. We regularly cut specialty and precision keys that other locations cannot duplicate.

Can you duplicate worn or damaged keys?
In many cases, yes. If a key still operates the lock, even inconsistently, we can often create a cleaner, more reliable duplicate. Severely damaged or non-working keys may not be duplicable.

Do you offer mobile key cutting?
Key cutting is performed in-shop to ensure accuracy and proper testing. Bringing keys into our shop allows us to confirm key type and deliver consistent results.

Why should I have spare keys cut?
Having properly cut spare keys helps prevent lockouts, reduces wear on your original key, and avoids emergency replacement situations.