Key Cutting Near You in Waterloo, Kitchener & Cambridge  Fast Same-Day Service

Most standard house or office keys take 2–5 minutes per key once you’re at the counter. Padlock, tubular, and disc-detainer keys typically take 10–20 minutes. Antique or custom keys may require test-fitting and can take 30–60 minutes or a same‑day/next‑day turnaround. High‑security or restricted keys may require authorization and ordering blanks, adding one to three business days. Bring the working key or the lock for best results. Walk‑ins welcome; call ahead for current wait times and availability in your area.

Yes—many high‑security and restricted keys can be cut with proper authorization. We service brands such as Medeco, Mul‑T‑Lock, and Abloy. You’ll need the key control card, authorization letter, or account verification, and government ID. Keys stamped “Do Not Duplicate” require proof of authorization. When documentation is missing, we can advise next steps or contact the issuing dealer. Some restricted blanks must be ordered, adding lead time. For compliance and accuracy, please bring the existing key and relevant paperwork to copy.

Yes. We can originate a new key by code (from the lock or a recorded key number), impression the lock, or decode it by disassembly. For door locks, rekeying the cylinder and issuing fresh keys is often fastest. Proof of ownership/ID may be required, and restricted systems need authorization. Mobile service is available in Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge, and Guelph. For some high‑security platforms, we’ll need the key control card or authorization on file.

Often, yes. Many mailbox, filing cabinet, desk, padlock, and some door cylinders can be cut accurately from a stamped code (e.g., on the lock face or key tag). Bring the lock, a clear photo of the code, or the code card. Restricted/high‑security systems require proper authorization. If the code is missing or unreadable, we can impression or decode the lock. Turnaround is usually same‑visit; special blanks may require ordering.

Yes, at Ben's Lock and Security we carry many types of mailbox keys to cover a wide range of applications. Stop in and see us anytime!

Yes, we carry standard marine ignition keys and a good range of outboard and inboard blanks in store. This includes many Yamaha, Mercury, and Johnson style ignition keys, as well as generic marine ignition blanks that fit a wide variety of boats. If you're not sure what you need, bring the original key or the make and model of your motor and we'll match it up. Mobile service is available across Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge, and Guelph if you can't make it to the shop.

Yes, we carry a large selection of padlock keys covering many popular brands including Master and Abus, with over 50 types of padlock blanks in stock.

Yes,  we stock a variety of blanks for common RV and trailer applications, including main entry door keys and storage compartment keys. Many popular RV brands use standardized key blanks that we carry in-store, so duplication is usually fast and straightforward. If you've lost all copies of your key, we may be able to cut a new one by code depending on the lock type, or advise on next steps if the blank isn't something we stock. Bring your existing key, or the make, model, and year of your RV and we'll do our best to help.