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LT Lock & Key

415 Laurel St
5.00(
8
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•Approved Pro

LT Lock & Key

415 Laurel St
5.00(
8
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
50 local quotes requested

We do not work on automobile or motorcycle keys or locks. LT Lock & Key is a family owned and operated locksmith company serving all of San Diego County. We offer same day service in most cases and pride ourselves on getting the job done right the first time. We specialize in residential and commercial locksmithing services. Call us for a free quote!

"Todd was excellent He was able to replace the locks cylinders and some strike plates for my home in La Mesa. He was great fun to talk to and did a fantastic job very quickly"

John W on August 2025

We do not work on automobile or motorcycle keys or locks. LT Lock & Key is a family owned and operated locksmith company serving all of San Diego County. We offer same day service in most cases and pride ourselves on getting the job done right the first time. We specialize in residential and commercial locksmithing services. Call us for a free quote!

"Todd was excellent He was able to replace the locks cylinders and some strike plates for my home in La Mesa. He was great fun to talk to and did a fantastic job very quickly"

John W on August 2025

Cheap Locksmith San Diego

3360 Sports Arena Blvd
No reviews

Cheap Locksmith San Diego

3360 Sports Arena Blvd
No reviews
22 years of experience

At the point when your locks go amiss, it can truly be quite extreme attempting to get the repairs dealt with without spending an excessive amount of cash. In any case, in case you're hoping to get this took care of at a moderate cost, Cheap Locksmith San Diego CA California has every one of the answers that you will search for. Cheap Locksmith San Diego CA has a great deal of arrangements that you are searching for. With regards to endeavoring to change house bolts and keys, it can be quite harsh. In any case, our group of locksmiths know every one of the things that you're experiencing. We have the most flexible experts around.

At the point when your locks go amiss, it can truly be quite extreme attempting to get the repairs dealt with without spending an excessive amount of cash. In any case, in case you're hoping to get this took care of at a moderate cost, Cheap Locksmith San Diego CA California has every one of the answers that you will search for. Cheap Locksmith San Diego CA has a great deal of arrangements that you are searching for. With regards to endeavoring to change house bolts and keys, it can be quite harsh. In any case, our group of locksmiths know every one of the things that you're experiencing. We have the most flexible experts around.

Safe & Key Store

4511 Sun Valley Road
No reviews

Safe & Key Store

4511 Sun Valley Road
No reviews
45 years of experience

Safe & Key Store has been servicing since 1980. It continues to provide the best Locksmith Services and products to help keep people safe and secure in Del Mar, CA. From Doors to Cars and from Home Safe installation to simple Key Duplication, Safe & Key Store does it all, and at the right prices too! Call us for more details.

Safe & Key Store has been servicing since 1980. It continues to provide the best Locksmith Services and products to help keep people safe and secure in Del Mar, CA. From Doors to Cars and from Home Safe installation to simple Key Duplication, Safe & Key Store does it all, and at the right prices too! Call us for more details.

San Diego Galaxy Locksmith

5200 Grand Del Mar Way
No reviews

San Diego Galaxy Locksmith

5200 Grand Del Mar Way
No reviews
18 years of experience

San Diego Galaxy Locksmith in San Diego, CA is a Locally based Locksmith Company, available also in the surrounding Areas. Our certified Locksmith Experts provide a wide range of Locks and Key Services, including Lost Key Replacement, Key Cutting, Home and Car Lockout Options, Safe installation and much more, Call Us At Any Time To Get Prices.

San Diego Galaxy Locksmith in San Diego, CA is a Locally based Locksmith Company, available also in the surrounding Areas. Our certified Locksmith Experts provide a wide range of Locks and Key Services, including Lost Key Replacement, Key Cutting, Home and Car Lockout Options, Safe installation and much more, Call Us At Any Time To Get Prices.

HANDYMAN DIRECT

Po Box 1330
4.20(
5
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HANDYMAN DIRECT

Po Box 1330
4.20(
5
)
Customers say: Quick response
24 years of experience

LICENSE #806946.

LICENSE #806946.

Imperial Beach CA Locksmith Store

951 Palm Ave (Suite: 312E)
No reviews

Imperial Beach CA Locksmith Store

951 Palm Ave (Suite: 312E)
No reviews
19 years of experience

We are a Local Locksmith Company that provides locksmith service in Imperial Beach , CA. We offer our Locksmith service 24 hours a day and 7 days a week to those in need of our assistance.

We are a Local Locksmith Company that provides locksmith service in Imperial Beach , CA. We offer our Locksmith service 24 hours a day and 7 days a week to those in need of our assistance.

VAL'S LOCK & KEY

Unknown
No reviews

VAL'S LOCK & KEY

Unknown
No reviews
42 years of experience

9 EMPLOYEES. USES SUBS WHEN WORK LOAD IS HEAVY. COST IS DETERMINED BY THE JOB. TRAVEL CHARGES APPLY. EXTRA CHARGE FOR 24 HOUR EMERGENCY SERVICE. LICENSE #LCO3844.

9 EMPLOYEES. USES SUBS WHEN WORK LOAD IS HEAVY. COST IS DETERMINED BY THE JOB. TRAVEL CHARGES APPLY. EXTRA CHARGE FOR 24 HOUR EMERGENCY SERVICE. LICENSE #LCO3844.

Locksmiths Of San Diego

1422 McKinley Ave.
No reviews

Locksmiths Of San Diego

1422 McKinley Ave.
No reviews
17 years of experience

Locksmiths of San Diego is bonded, licensed and insured. No job to big, or to small... if it is in any way related to security, we do it... Free estimates...

Locksmiths of San Diego is bonded, licensed and insured. No job to big, or to small... if it is in any way related to security, we do it... Free estimates...

Beach cities lock

1670 Kettner Blvd
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Beach cities lock

1670 Kettner Blvd
No reviews
38 years of experience

Home / About Beach Cities Lock San Diego Coastal Locksmith & Key Fast Reliable San Diego Service san-diego-locksmith-services-re-keying San Diego Locksmith Services from Beach Cities Lock has professional and certified locksmiths working around the clock to assist you in any way in San Diego & its neighborhoods including Coronado, Downtown, East Village, Gaslamp, La Jolla, Hillcrest, Little Italy, Mission beach, Pacific beach, Point Loma & more. We offer services like rekeying, making new car keys, installation of new locks, lock repair or replacement, high security lock installation, and more. We always provide services with integrity at reasonable prices. Beach Cities Lock & Key strives to offer quick and efficient services and help you feel safe and secure in your personal space. Please call us now at (760) 563-8778 for the best residential, commercial and automotive locksmith services in San Diego.

Home / About Beach Cities Lock San Diego Coastal Locksmith & Key Fast Reliable San Diego Service san-diego-locksmith-services-re-keying San Diego Locksmith Services from Beach Cities Lock has professional and certified locksmiths working around the clock to assist you in any way in San Diego & its neighborhoods including Coronado, Downtown, East Village, Gaslamp, La Jolla, Hillcrest, Little Italy, Mission beach, Pacific beach, Point Loma & more. We offer services like rekeying, making new car keys, installation of new locks, lock repair or replacement, high security lock installation, and more. We always provide services with integrity at reasonable prices. Beach Cities Lock & Key strives to offer quick and efficient services and help you feel safe and secure in your personal space. Please call us now at (760) 563-8778 for the best residential, commercial and automotive locksmith services in San Diego.

Normal Heights CA Locksmith Store

3531 Adams Ave (Suite: 364A)
No reviews

Normal Heights CA Locksmith Store

3531 Adams Ave (Suite: 364A)
No reviews
35 years of experience

At Normal Heights CA Locksmith Store our promise to you and this great community is a great Locksmith Service in Normal Heights, CA. We offer Locksmith Service at any time 24 hours.

At Normal Heights CA Locksmith Store our promise to you and this great community is a great Locksmith Service in Normal Heights, CA. We offer Locksmith Service at any time 24 hours.

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FAQs for locksmith service projects in San Diego, CA

The installation timeframe varies based on door preparation and lock complexity. For doors already prepared with appropriate holes, installation might take 15 to 30 minutes. New installations requiring drilling take one to two hours. First-time DIY installers should allocate additional time to ensure proper alignment and function. Professional locksmiths complete standard installations efficiently due to their specialized tools and experience.

Most residential doors can accommodate deadbolts, but certain door types present challenges. Solid wood and fiberglass doors accept standard deadbolt hardware, while metal doors require specialized drilling equipment. Hollow-core interior doors lack the structural integrity to properly support deadbolts without additional reinforcement. Doors should be at least 1⅜ inches thick to properly house standard deadbolt mechanisms.

Door warranties remain valid when deadbolts are installed according to the manufacturer's guidelines. However, improper installation that damages the door structure might affect warranty coverage. 

Before modifying any door under warranty, review the documentation for specific limitations or requirements regarding hardware installation. Some manufacturers provide templates or guidelines for acceptable lock placement to maintain warranty protection.

Rekeying offers a more economical alternative to complete replacement when you need to change access, but the lock mechanism remains in good condition. This process involves reconfiguring the internal pins to work with a new key while retaining the existing hardware. For homeowners with multiple locks, rekeying provides the convenience of using a single key for all entry points while maintaining security.