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An Unbreakable Combination

Fox Locks Inc. has provided thousands of locks, access systems, CCTV, and safes of every make and grade conceivable to our Northern Illinois clients. Moreover, our locksmiths treat our clients as valued business partners. That is, we treat all of our clients as equals and value their input so that the end result satisfies both parties. Not everyone needs the latest-and-greatest technology to protect their bicycle or moped. We will help you find the ideal locking system to meet your unique needs without breaking the bank. To do so, we will arrange a free consultation as well as a free inspection of the vicinity or object that needs protecting to devise a custom security plan for you. We provide lock picking, and installation services for the industrial, banking, residential, forensic, and transportation sectors.


Fox Locks Inc. was started over30 years ago by one of its’ owners Brian Batz, a C.M.L. (Certified Master Locksmith) Accredited by ALOA (The Associated Locksmiths of America) Fox Locks is the only Lock company in northern Illinois Run by a Licensed, bonded, and insured Certified Master Locksmith. Here at Fox Locks we believe in having the right tools for the job and doing things the right way the first time. You won’t find any untrained do-it-yourselfers learning on the job at your expense. We have been doing this for a combined total of over 30 years and only use quality products, providing top notch guaranteed service.


Fox Locks Inc. installs and services locks of all varieties, including deadbolt, doorknob, mortise, sliding door, car, safe, bike, master key systems, high security, and custom locks. We also install high-end systems that incorporate biometric and electronic access control as well as keyless entry systems. In addition, Fox Locks Inc. provides various lock picking, repair, and lock installation services. Our locksmiths also provide key repair and cutting services. No order is too big or too small for Fox Locks Inc. We have yet to find a lock we couldn’t pick or a client we couldn’t protect. Contact us today to discover the Fox Locks Inc. difference.

About The Owner

Brian Batz is a Ceritfied Master Locksmith and Safe Tech with over 30 years of experience helping clients in the Gurnee, Lake Forest and Vernon Hills areas. Brian has been a member of ALOA (the Associated Locksmith Organization of America) since 1996 and a SAVTA (Safe and Vault Technicians Association) since 2010. With a background in Engineering and Physics, Brian excels in electronics and invites the challenge of electronic access systems and intricate security installations.



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