Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Locksmith in San Angelo, TX
Dix Key Shop has been a trusted name in security solutions since 1937, serving San Angelo and the broader Texas region. Founded by Dick C. Cunningham during the Great Depression, our family-owned business has evolved through four generations while maintaining a commitment to quality craftsmanship and personalized service. We specialize in residential and commercial security systems, including advanced access control technologies, high-security locks, and fire- and burglary-resistant safes. Our expertise extends to automotive transponder keys, master key systems, and life safety hardware installations. With a legacy built on integrity and technical proficiency, we continue to provide tailored security solutions that protect both property and peace of mind.Our team combines decades of hands-on experience with cutting-edge technology to address modern security challenges. We pride ourselves on offering products from trusted manufacturers like Gardall Safes and Medeco, ensuring long-lasting protection for our clients. Our dedication to community service and technical excellence has made us a cornerstone of San Angelo's security industry. We operate from our historic Chadbourne Street location, serving both individual homeowners and businesses across Texas. Our approach emphasizes not just selling products but building lasting relationships through reliable service and expert consultation.
Services
Residential Locksmith
Commercial Security
Access Control Systems
Safe Installation
Automotive Transponder Keys
Master Key Systems
Details
- Year established: 1937
Highlights and features
- Four generations of family-owned security expertise since 1937
- Authorized dealer for Medeco high-security key systems
- Specialists in Gardall fire- and burglary-resistant safes
- Custom electronic access control solutions with audit trails
- Lifetime value guarantee on premium security products
Services
Residential Locksmith
We provide comprehensive home security solutions including high-security locks, keyless entry systems, and Gardall safes. Our Medeco authorized technicians install tamper-resistant key systems that protect against unauthorized duplication. We specialize in securing family assets while maintaining convenience for daily living.
Commercial Security
Our commercial security services reduce insurance costs and prevent theft through advanced hardware installations. We implement Detex exit devices and Alarmlock anti-theft systems that withstand heavy use while maintaining strict access control for business environments of all sizes.
Access Control
We design customized access control systems with database audit trails for both residential and commercial clients. Our solutions track entry/exit activity while integrating with existing security infrastructure to provide layered protection for sensitive areas.
Safe Installation
We install and service Gardall fire- and burglary-rated safes for document and valuables protection. Our technicians ensure proper anchoring and combination security while providing maintenance services to maintain optimal safe performance over decades of use.
Automotive Transponder Keys
We create and program transponder keys for modern vehicles using specialized equipment. Our services include key fob programming, remote entry system installation, and emergency lockout assistance for automotive security needs.
People
Thomas Vaughn
Owner
Thomas Vaughn leads the fourth generation of family ownership at Dix Key Shop. With deep roots in San Angelo's security industry, he continues the legacy of technical excellence and customer service established by founder Dick C. Cunningham in 1937.
Questions
What services does Dix Key Shop offer?
We provide residential and commercial locksmith services including high-security locks, access control systems, Gardall safes, automotive transponder keys, and master key systems.
How long has Dix Key Shop been in business?
We've served San Angelo since 1937, making us a fourth-generation family-owned business with 85+ years of security industry experience.
Do you service both homes and businesses?
Yes, we offer tailored security solutions for both residential properties and commercial establishments across Texas.
Are you an authorized Medeco dealer?
Yes, we're authorized to sell and install Medeco high-security key systems that prevent unauthorized key duplication.
What areas do you serve?
While based in San Angelo, we provide security solutions throughout Texas for both residential and commercial clients.
Do you offer emergency services?
We operate Monday-Friday 8am-5pm but recommend contacting us during business hours for urgent security needs.