Blue Dolphin Locksmith

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J D.

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3 years ago

Bill is the real deal, knows locks an any issue with them. Came to my new house an corrected all the DIY bs the past owner did, rekeyed the house to one key! 100% recommend him for his work! read more

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Peter D.

3 years ago

Blue Dolphin Locksmith (Bill) actually answered my call (didn't have to wait for a callback) on a weekend and responded immediately to my auto lockout. Bill's professionalism was outstanding as evidenced by his extreme caution to ensure no damage to my car as well as his ability to unlock the car expeditiously. Great job! Definitely recommend their services! read more

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Walter M.

2 years ago

Bill had excellent communication, did a great job and gave us the exact lock that we were looking for a fair price. Would happily deal with him again. read more

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David P.

3 years ago

New to the area. Owner came right out and got me all new keys. Thanks for the work and the local information

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Amy Y.

2 years ago

Mark did a great job replacing our locks. He got us on the schedule promptly, he was professional, knowledgeable, friendly. I would definitely recommend Blue Dolphin and will call them with any future needs. read more

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John C.

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4 years ago

5 Stars. Reliable, professional, courteous and on time...can't ask for more. Additionally, reasonably priced. We've utilized the services of this company twice now, and each time it went like clock work. A++++++++++++ read more

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Haleigh H.

3 years ago

Quick and friendly! After calling he was here and had my door unlocked in seconds while also making spare keys. Awesome work will recommend!

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Brian C.

6 years ago

I needed 2 locks re-keyed, and called Blue Dolphin because of the good reviews on Yelp. I have to agree with all the previous reviewers. Bill showed up on time, did a great job, was personable and friendly, and did the work at a fair price. Couldn't ask for more! It was nice meeting you, Bill, and thanks for doing a great job! read more

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Joan I.

6 years ago

What a wonderful emergency service. Bill was prompt, courteous and reasonable in rescuing us when the keypad on the door door stopped working! He was there in 15 minutes! Thanks Bill! read more

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Madeline B.

6 years ago

Excellent job. Service perfect. Communication perfect. Price better than anybody else. Highly recommend

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Shelly S.

4 years ago

Excellent work...got here the very next day when I needed 3 locks replaced. He saved me money, by telling me he just had to work on the cylinder inside the lock. The work he did was reasonable, and I would recommend him to anyone. Bill is great, he's been do it for 40 years! read more

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John D.

6 years ago

Brent is great guy. Very honest and reputable. Saved us after a shoddy locksmith trashed our condo lock and actually had us locked in the unit. He came as reference from another company Englewood lock and key. As they trusted his quality of work. read more

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Rande W.

5 years ago

Bill was amazing. Came out the next morning to rekey our new home. He arrived exactly when promised. Did a great job and made us extra keys. And his prices were very reasonable. Would recommend him in a heartbeat. read more

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Renae L.

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7 years ago

I called Blue Dolphin in October to rekey all the locks and make me keys for a home we had purchased. I had never had locks rekeyed when moving to a new home. I guess I just assumed the previous owners turned in all the keys. I feel so much better knowing I hold the only keys! They were able to come out the next day, they were quick and it was far less than I had expected. They clean and service the locks as well. They said the locks had never been rekeyed and we are the third owners so who knows how many spare keys were floating around out there. I would highly recommend them! read more

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Renie H.

5 years ago

Bill did a tremendous job installing a keyless entry on our front door. When our schedule changed he was able to come a day early. Great price. read more

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Patricia K.

5 years ago

i was unable to open my safe. bill got it open. he was knowledgeable and professional. i recommend him without reservation. thank you bill! read more

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Kelley O.

8 years ago

I've locked my keys in my car several times and they are always over within minutes! Great service and speedy!

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John W.

6 years ago

I live up north and needed assistance accessing my Father in law's home while he was in the hospital. Bill showed up right away and got us access in minutes! He then replaced the lock! Such professionalism and kindness in my very stressful time of need! Highly recommended! read more

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Jack S.

12 years ago

Need a locksmith? I did and am glad I called this company. ...fast service and On Time. ..family owned and friendly folks...even cleaned up after...owner himself actually came out....great to find!!!! read more

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Jenna C.

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9 years ago

Bill is phenomenal! He arrived within TEN minutes!!! Upon arrival he quickly unlocked my sisters vehicle and was beyond courteous. We truly appreciate his service and would highly recommend him to anyone in the Venice area. read more

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GJ D.

8 years ago

We needed four locks changed on our new house. Bill came out the same day and got the job done quickly and at a fair price. Highly recommended. read more

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Stephen C.

12 years ago

I was looking for a good locksmith and found them!! Bill was very pleasant professional and knowledgeable. Love these guys use them Stephen in Nokomis read more

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Melissa R.

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9 years ago

I was visiting my Dad on Saturday in Venice and we went for a walk on the beach near Sharkey's. I have a Ford Escape that has a keyless entry system on the door, so I left my keys in the car, as I have done several times a week in the past year, and didn't think twice about it. Much to my dismay, when I returned to my car, the key panel was broken and I was locked out. I was trying to save a few bucks by using AAA, but when they told us it was going to be over 2 hours for someone to get there, we decided to check out some local locksmiths. Based on reviews, we called Blue Dolphin and were pleasantly surprised! Bill was QUICK! He got to us in just about 10 minutes and had us in the car in about another 5. He knew what he was doing and even gave me some much needed info about the make and model of my car. Apparently a lot of the Ford Escapes keypads have been failing. I would recommend Blue Dolphin to anyone in a jam that needs an affordable, reliable locksmith! Thanks again, Bill! read more

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Paul S.

11 years ago

First time I've used Blue Dolphin and Bill is great. Had the lock open in no time. Very friendly, Professional and knows his stuff. Would diffidently recommend him to anyone. Priced to please. read more

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Marlea B.

9 years ago

My neighbor was locked out of the house. After they waited 5 hours for another locksmith, I called Blue Dolphin for them. The gentleman arrived in 30 minutes and professionally got in the house. Highly recommend for their quick response and knowledge of the situation. read more

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115 Fiesole St
Venice, FL 34285
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(941) 468-7286
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http://www.bluedolphinlocksmith.com

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Meet the Business Owner: Bill T.

Blue Dolphin Locksmith founder William "Bill" Thompson is a retired Navy Chief Petty Officer who holds an Associate's Degree in Business Administration. He started his first locksmith business Whaling City Locksmith (New London, Conn.) in 1984. After buying a home in Venice in 1990, he relocated his business to the area in 1997 and renamed it Blue Dolphin Locksmith.

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“Bill had excellent communication, did a great job and gave us the exact lock that we were looking for a fair price.”

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Wright Locksmith

(2 reviews)

Rekeyed some locks and added security to sliding doors. Nice work delivered with a smile. Fair…read moreprice. Would definitely use again.

Steven was incredible!! Was locked out with with our 2 year old locked inside. Steven rushed up…read morefrom Venice and had us back in the house in 20 mins. Such a kind guy and really helped take the stress away. Also was going to do it for free since the boy was locked inside and that it was Christmas. I of course would not accept that and paid. It's really refreshing to receive service like this in today's world. Thank you Steven!!!

Non-Stop Locksmith - Venice

(15 reviews)

I was very impressed with Jonathan who was very prompt and did an excellent job…read more He was very polite and professional. I would recommend Non-Stop to anyone who needs this service!

I needed help to get into our family safe because the keypad stopped working. Miguel was here…read morewithin 30 minutes!! He worked quickly and was very friendly. I highly recommend!

Venice Safe & Lock

(8 reviews)

We requested two new keys to be programmed for our car. They ordered the keys and called us and…read moresaid they were in. My husband went last Friday and no one was there. Called and said they had an emergency. We should come back Monday. Went Monday and they didn't have anything there and knew nothing about it. The employee said the keys were at their other location and we could come back in an hour or not. Couldn't care less. Terrible service. We left and will not return.

I would definitely recommend this company if you ever need your locks worked on!! My house is up…read morefor sale and a showing was scheduled for the next day. They were able to come right out to fix my lock on my French doors!! Kent came out to my house to repair the lock. I had extra parts from another lock and he was able to put it back together in working form in no time at all!!! Kent was not only good at what he does but he was a very nice person!!! I will call Venice Safe & Lock again if I need work done on a lock and I'm sure everyone is just as good as good as Kent, but I will always ask for him!!!! Mary Pardy

Darrell's Locksmith

(112 reviews)

Darrell arrived within 30 mins of calling. Solved the problem with front door lock. Even offered a…read moreMilitary discount!

Darrell is amazing! I was in the middle of a mess with my short-term Airbnb rental I manage…read moreremotely. My 4 month old expensive Schlage Encode Lock broke when my renters were in the unit. Even the backup keys would not work in the lock. I called a 24-hour lock service off Google. They solved the immediate problem, but refused to put on a keyless lock, so I paid dearly for a temporary situation. The renters left and I had 48 hours to fix the situation correctly before the next renters came in. I needed to find a locksmith expert, my go to person to fix this situation. I found him!! I went to Yelp and, thank goodness, I found Darrell. I called him after normal hours and he picked up live and said, "Don't worry, we got this covered." He told me he loved Schlage Encode Locks and broken one is a real fluke. He wanted to see the original damaged one. Bottom line he was out there with a brand new Schlage Encode lock installed, ready to go within 48 hours and he knew exactly what was wrong with the old lock. He took a couple if pictures of the broken lock so I could return it to Schlage for a free replacement. I might add that he also repairs locks and he could have repaired it for a reasonable fee, but given the situation I'd already ordered a new one. He even noted that our kitchen window screen had been removed, left on the ground outside and bent where the renters had to crawl out a window to get out. Yeah this lock situation was bad! Darrell took a picture of the screen, bent it back into shape and put it back in the window for me. I might add that I am also so impressed with Schlage the manufacturer. They wanted the old lock back after Darrell's assessment due to the seriousness of the failure of the lock. They did send a brand new one out free of charge, too late for me, but it is now my backup. Bottom line Darrell is awesome! His follow-up, his expertise, timeliness and accessibility is 5 star. In addition, his prices are so reasonable; reasonable to the point that I told him to add more money to the bill! Thanks Darrell!

AAA Locksmith

(6 reviews)

$245 for 5 minutes of work. Nice enough fellow but that…read moreprice is insane. Taking advantage of unfortunate situations shouldn't be a license to race and pillage. Especially when they show uo over 60 minutes after they said they would bw there.

We got a quote over the phone of $80 then told it was $135. The guy was nice and professional, I…read moreblame the person who gives the quotes. When they quote you a price, just double it so you're not shocked.

Pro Locksmith Connection

(6 reviews)

This company is well worth it. Tremendous vibes and the office(Alli) was spot on with returning my…read morecall quickly. Highly recommend

Johnny is an absolute gentleman, craftsman, and reliable professional. Do not hesitate. He's the…read morereal deal.

Non-Stop Locksmith

(25 reviews)

i called and made an appointment to get a extra key made for my car . Ivan came out on time . He…read moreprogramed a new key for me at a fair price. Excellent service. I would recommend. Kelly R

Danny was excellent, highly recommend. Re-keyed and new knob installed, very reasonable pricing…read more He also can make extra keys, can take care of key fobs. Also,he kept me updated on his arrival time, very pleased

Automotive Keys Remotes and Programming

(4 reviews)

Alex was fabulous - I had two 2017 Chevy Equinox keys redone in approximately 20 minutes. Pricing…read morewas excellent, and Alex is highly recommended.

Alex was prompt, professional and courteous on delivering and programming our new remote for our…read more2014 Acura RDX. And was much less than others for the same service. I'd highly recommend him.

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Jim D.

8 years ago

The best locksmith I have ever dealt with. Super fast service, work completed in less than 40 minutes from the time I called him (Bill). Three other locksmiths either did not return my call or said they couldn't fix the problem. Without even seeing the lock Bill said "No problem." Upon arrival he had a new lock installed in minutes. Thank you Bill and Blue Dolphin. read more

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