
From Subcontractor to 24/7 NYC Locksmith: Sahar Yona's Bold Leap
27-year-old Sahar Yona launched Locksmith Girl of NYC in July 2025 and now runs a 24/7 locksmith service that has surged after a viral TikTok, handling up to 60 jobs a week, investing about $7,000 in tools, and earning more as a business owner than as a subcontractor; her story mirrors a growing trend of women entering the male-dominated locksmith field, though she continues to navigate long hours and safety boundaries.
