Exit Device & Panic Bar Service
Commercial exits in Denver are governed by life-safety codes that require specific hardware — and that hardware takes a beating. From the heavy foot traffic at a LoDo restaurant on a Friday night to the constant push-and-pull at a warehouse loading dock off Brighton Boulevard, panic bars and exit devices endure thousands of cycles a week. When the push rod sticks, the latch fails to retract, or a dogged-back device loses its hold, you have both a safety violation and a potential liability on your hands. Trusted Denver Locksmith is a mobile, insured, 24/7 service — we bring the tools and the parts to your door, not the other way around.
Open 24 hours, 7 days a week · Licensed, bonded & insured
Our technicians work specifically with commercial-grade exit hardware every day, including mortise lock exit devices, rim-style panic bars, surface vertical rod sets, and concealed vertical rod assemblies. We understand the International Building Code requirements that apply to Denver commercial properties, and we install, adjust, repair, and replace hardware with the goal of keeping your exit compliant and your occupants safe — without unnecessary door or frame damage in the process.
What we do
Available 24/7
Day, night, weekends and holidays — a real local locksmith answers and rolls a fully-stocked van.
Fast local response
Based in Denver, we reach the Denver area in well under an hour.
Insured & background-checked
Vetted technicians, up-front pricing, and no surprise add-ons when we arrive.
Damage-free entry
We pick and bypass locks the right way, so most lockouts are solved without drilling anything.
Frequently asked questions
How do I know if my commercial exit requires a panic bar by code?
In Denver, the International Building Code applies to most commercial occupancies. Generally speaking, any space with an occupant load of 50 or more, or any high-hazard occupancy regardless of size, is required to have panic hardware on its exit doors. Educational facilities, assembly spaces, and certain storage occupancies have their own thresholds. The most reliable way to confirm your requirement is to consult the building's certificate of occupancy or contact Denver Community Planning and Development — but if you already have panic hardware that is malfunctioning, that hardware is almost certainly there for a code reason and must be kept in working order. Our technicians can assess your current setup and explain what they observe about your hardware's compliance condition on the same visit.
What is a mortise lock exit device and why would I choose it over a rim-style panic bar?
A mortise lock exit device integrates a full mortise lock body into the exit device chassis so that the door handles both life-safety egress and access control in one hardware unit. This means the outside trim — whether a lever, knob, or thumb piece — interacts with a robust mortise lock body that has a deadbolt, latch, and anti-pick features, rather than a simpler rim latch. A panic bar with mortise lock is the preferred choice when security on the secure side of the door is a priority, such as on hotel corridor exits, hospital utility rooms, or any commercial door that sees both high egress demand and controlled re-entry. Rim-style devices are simpler, work well on many applications, and are easier to install on certain door preps, but they do not offer the same depth of security. We help you select the right format based on your door prep, traffic volume, and security requirements.
Can you rekey a lock without having the original key?
Yes, and this is one of the more common situations our technicians encounter on commercial properties — a previous tenant's keys are unaccounted for, or the original key was never handed over at lease transfer. Rekeying without the original key requires the cylinder to be removed from the door and disassembled using professional pinning tools and techniques. Our technicians can decode the existing pins, establish the current combination, and then repin the cylinder to a new key cut of your choosing. This applies equally to a standard cylindrical lockset, a commercial door knob lock, or the cylinder in a mortise lock exit device. The result is a cylinder that no longer responds to any previously cut key — a meaningful security reset without replacing the entire hardware unit.
Can a locksmith make a key for my car when I have lost all the copies?
Yes. Losing every copy of a vehicle key is stressful, but it is a solvable problem. Our technicians can generate a replacement key for most vehicle makes using the vehicle identification number combined with on-site decoding and cutting equipment — no original key required. For transponder-equipped and smart-key vehicles, the new key also needs to be programmed to the car's immobilizer system, which we handle with professional-grade automotive key programming tools. The process, timeline, and cost vary by vehicle make, model year, and key type, so when you call (704) 850-6756 we will ask for your year, make, and model to give you an accurate quote before we dispatch. We come to your location — no tow required.
How much does panic bar installation or repair cost in Denver?
We do not publish fixed price lists because the actual cost of a job depends on several real variables: the type of exit device involved (rim, surface vertical rod, concealed vertical rod, or mortise lock exit device), whether parts need to be sourced for a specific door prep, the extent of any door or frame remediation required, the time of day for after-hours emergency calls, and travel distance within our service area. What we do commit to is confirming an exact up-front price before any work begins — you will not discover an unexpected line item on the invoice. To get an accurate quote for your specific door and situation, call us at (704) 850-6756 and describe what you are working with. We can often give a strong estimate over the phone and confirm the final number on-site before we start.
Do locksmiths in Colorado need to be licensed, and how do I verify I am hiring a qualified technician?
Colorado is one of several states that does not require locksmiths to hold a state-issued license to operate — meaning the legal barrier to entry is low and consumers should do their own due diligence. The practical way to verify quality is to confirm that the company is insured, ask about the technician's hands-on training and experience with the specific hardware type you need serviced, and make sure you receive a clear written or verbal quote before work begins. A skilled technician working on a mortise lock exit device or panic bar installation will be able to explain what they are doing and why — not just swap parts. Our team is trained, experienced, and insured, and we are happy to answer any questions about our background or process before you commit to a service call.
Locked out or need a lock fixed? We are on the way.
Open 24 hours, 7 days a week · Insured, background-checked technicians · Up-front pricing
(704) 850-6756