Serving San Francisco, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
Warranties offered
"Awesome communication and job even shared tips how to peotect my place from getting robbed."
Serving San Francisco, CA and surrounding areas
Approved (Corporate)
In business since 2010
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
""Great experience from start to finish. Quick response time, courteous technician, and affordable rates. I'll definitely use this locksmith again for any future needs.""
Serving San Francisco, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2016
Emergency services offered
Credit card accepted
24/7 Locksmith Services in Berkeley and the Surrounding Areas. Home Lock Out Services, Business Lock Out Services Lock Repair, Lock Installation, Lock Re-key, Broken Key Extraction, High Security Deadbolts and Hardware
Serving San Francisco, CA and surrounding areas
In business since 1989
Emergency services offered
Credit card accepted
"I moved to my new home and needed five locks changed. The locksmith was very professional, quick and did a great job. Price was very reasonable and I would definitely use them again."
Serving San Francisco, CA and surrounding areas
In business since 2007
Credit card accepted
"I live alone and had an issue with a door that would not lock that I needed addressed immediately. I reached out through Home Advisor and was connected with LockSmith Tech. I was contacted within minutes, and they talked me through what I had to do to fix my problem. There was no charge for the service. I will definitely call them any time I have an issue with one of my locks!"
Serving San Francisco, CA and surrounding areas
In business since 2019
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Thank you to Max for being responsive, professional and coming out quickly to help me get back into my home. Recommending locksmith Bay Area to anyone I know"
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Serving San Francisco, CA and surrounding areas
In business since 1997
Emergency services offered
Credit card accepted
"The job was good and there were no problems. I originally wanted new keys made for my exisiting lock but was told that they could not do that. So a new lock was isntalled instead. Although the work was good and the locksmith was courteous and professional, I just did not expect to pay that much to replace a lock.
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Serving San Francisco, CA and surrounding areas
In business since 2020
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"I met with the owner of forthright locksmiths to get a estimate for both pressure washing my steps and sidewalk also to repair a lock and rekey it to my existing key , he was very friendly and professional. I got a few estimates and his prices for all the work beat them all I highly recommend him and will definitely be using his services again"
Serving San Francisco, CA and surrounding areas
In business since 2014
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Gabriel was friendly & efficient and knowledgeable about being a locksmith. I asked for his card so I can refer him to others, he did a good job, replaced some door knobs and security locks"
Serving San Francisco, CA and surrounding areas
In business since 2012
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"I highly recommend Alex! (I never write reviews, so this means something). I lost my BMW key and I was totally desperate. I originally used someone else and they were not able to complete the job. Alex came the next day. He was very friendly and extremely patient with my high security car. When one method wasn't really working (which is where the previous guy sort of just stopped and said he couldn't complete the job), Alex found a different way. It's not an easy car to make a key for, but Alex did not give up and I was so grateful. I was expecting to get a crapy little key that I was going to have unlock every time by turning it in the door handle, but he cut me a key with the lock and unlock button on it. I was definitely not expecting that! He also cut me another backup key at no cost. He is a very friendly, professional, knowledgable and honest locksmith. I would use him time and time again, but hopefully I won't have to : )
Thanks again Alex. Hearing the sound of my door unlock and my car start was the most beautiful noise I had hear in the two long days I was trying to get my car back."
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Start by searching a trusted directory for locksmiths in your area and reading recent customer reviews. Confirm that each candidate holds state-required licenses, maintains active insurance, and is a member of professional groups such as ALOA. Before you schedule, ask for a written estimate, proof of credentials, and references. Finally, verify the company’s physical address (not just a P.O. box) and check that the technician arrives in a marked vehicle and uniform.
Door locks must be replaced immediately when key security is compromised. Replace your locks when moving into a new home, after any burglary or attempted break-in, or when you lose a key that reveals your address. This practice strictly prevents unauthorized access and maintains a secure environment by ensuring that only trusted individuals have access to your home.
Rekeying a lock requires 10 to 15 minutes per unit when performed by a skilled professional. This efficient process resets the lock’s internal pins to work with a new key, rendering all previous keys ineffective. Rekeying offers a fast and secure solution that enhances your home security without disrupting your daily routine.
Security starts before the locksmith turns the first screw. Ask the dispatcher for the technician’s name, company ID, and arrival time, then confirm that information at the door. Once the job is done, request an itemized invoice and test every repaired lock yourself. Keep any old hardware or keys the professional removes and ensure they are either left with you or destroyed, so no surplus keys are left behind.
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