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Eco Locksmith
3.7(
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Locksmith

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

Recommended by66%of homeowners
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A Better Cheaper Locksmith
5.0(
14
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Locksmith

Serving San Francisco, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"From the first contact and conversation through the appointment and service, Robert was a consummate professional. He's friendly, informative, honest, and knows what he's doing. We didn't recognize how many locks we needed to be changed, so Robert rekeyed the extra doors and did it at no extra charge. I've used a lot of vendors for all sorts of services, and rarely do I come away from the experience feeling like I owe this vendor extra, that they went far over and above what was requested. Another great thing is Robert knows what he's doing, so he offers good advice as to lock quality, upgrades he would do, where to find the parts, etc. Just a fantastic experience. Thank you!!!"
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Reliable Locksmith Bay Area
4.9(
45
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Locksmith

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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Response time3 hrs
Response rate86%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Locksmith Central
4.0(
229
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Locksmith

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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Recommended by73%of homeowners
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Forthright Locksmiths
4.6(
10
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Locksmith

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"
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Response time3 hrs
Response rate96%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for locksmith service projects in San Francisco, 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.