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Eco Locksmith

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Eco Locksmith

3.67(
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
2016 years of experience
Emergency services offered

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, Burglar Repairs to Locks and Hardware, High Security Deadbolts and Hardware

"Nathan showed up on time on the same Saturday that I called, for rekeying the security door bolt lock, since we had lost one set of keys. He advised me to rekey the deadbolt on the inner, stouter door, and charged only slightly more. Excellent service!"

Jay W on May 2018

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, Burglar Repairs to Locks and Hardware, High Security Deadbolts and Hardware

"Nathan showed up on time on the same Saturday that I called, for rekeying the security door bolt lock, since we had lost one set of keys. He advised me to rekey the deadbolt on the inner, stouter door, and charged only slightly more. Excellent service!"

Jay W on May 2018


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Guardian Protection

4.74(
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Guardian Protection

4.74(
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers

Protecting homes and businesses since 1950, Guardian Protection is one of the nation's largest and most highly regarded security companies. We provide smart technology, 24/7 professional monitoring, and peace of mind to hundreds of thousands of customers. Our products are installed by experts, monitored by real people, and truly make a difference. We do what we do because of one simple truth: life is better when it's safe.

"We hired Guardian to install our security system at our Washington, DC, business. The service and quality of the work was horrible. We had cameras and an alarm system installed; it was a relatively large system. They outsource most of the work to various vendors. They could not manage their vendors; what was supposed to take a week took two months. The sales rep did not return calls, and you could never get anyone in management on the phone. Random people would show up at unannounced times. The few things that an actual Guardian employee did were they made a huge mess of our newly remodeled office and were rude to our staff. We have offices in five markets across the US and have high security at each; we have never had such a poor experience."

William M on December 2024

Protecting homes and businesses since 1950, Guardian Protection is one of the nation's largest and most highly regarded security companies. We provide smart technology, 24/7 professional monitoring, and peace of mind to hundreds of thousands of customers. Our products are installed by experts, monitored by real people, and truly make a difference. We do what we do because of one simple truth: life is better when it's safe.

"We hired Guardian to install our security system at our Washington, DC, business. The service and quality of the work was horrible. We had cameras and an alarm system installed; it was a relatively large system. They outsource most of the work to various vendors. They could not manage their vendors; what was supposed to take a week took two months. The sales rep did not return calls, and you could never get anyone in management on the phone. Random people would show up at unannounced times. The few things that an actual Guardian employee did were they made a huge mess of our newly remodeled office and were rude to our staff. We have offices in five markets across the US and have high security at each; we have never had such a poor experience."

William M on December 2024


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Rex Key and Security

4.93(
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Rex Key and Security

4.93(
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Rex Key and Security is a Berkeley locksmith shop with a leading full line service center of physical security hardware. Products designed for the security systems and locksmith needs of commercial, automotive, institutional, industrial and residential markets such as door closers, locksets, exit devices, security key systems, electronic access control systems and supplemental hardware. The broad Rex Key product lines and extensive field and installation experience ensures finding the right product for each security need and situation. Additional phones - (800) 739-5397, (510) 234-6363. Additional email - [email protected]. Additional DBA - Rex-Craft Inc. Award winning. Cost is determined by the job.

Rex Key and Security is a Berkeley locksmith shop with a leading full line service center of physical security hardware. Products designed for the security systems and locksmith needs of commercial, automotive, institutional, industrial and residential markets such as door closers, locksets, exit devices, security key systems, electronic access control systems and supplemental hardware. The broad Rex Key product lines and extensive field and installation experience ensures finding the right product for each security need and situation. Additional phones - (800) 739-5397, (510) 234-6363. Additional email - [email protected]. Additional DBA - Rex-Craft Inc. Award winning. Cost is determined by the job.


Kwik Key Lock & Safe

4.98(
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Kwik Key Lock & Safe

4.98(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We’re a locally owned and operated locksmith company in Mountain View. We specialize in excellent service at competitive prices. …and yes we do duplicate keys. In fact, we have the largest selection of key blanks in the area. Our fleet of vans and team of experienced locksmiths are ready to re-key, repair, replace, open or install. For security service you can trust, call Kwik Key.

"Showed up on time and did a thorough job for a very reasonable price."

Park C on December 2021

We’re a locally owned and operated locksmith company in Mountain View. We specialize in excellent service at competitive prices. …and yes we do duplicate keys. In fact, we have the largest selection of key blanks in the area. Our fleet of vans and team of experienced locksmiths are ready to re-key, repair, replace, open or install. For security service you can trust, call Kwik Key.

"Showed up on time and did a thorough job for a very reasonable price."

Park C on December 2021


A-A Lock

5.00(
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A-A Lock

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

The professionals at A-A Lock believe that customer service is more than just an old-fashioned ideal, it's the foundation upon which a successful business is built. This motto has served us well for over 50 years, and has earned us a reputation for quality within the community we protect. Some of the most technologically advanced and successful companies in the world have trusted our expertise, including Hewlett Packard, Federal Express, IBM, eBay, and American Express. If you've experienced the inconvenience and frustration of a lockout in Menlo Park or anywhere in the bay area, you know how important it is to trust a locksmith that's readily available at any time of day or night, and will make your situation a top priority. At A-A Lock, we've proudly served both individual and commercial needs since 1957, and our name is synonymous with an unparalleled standard of excellence. We understand that finding yourself on the wrong side of a locked door, particularly late at night, can be a stressful situation. Our team is there 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, to provide emergency lockout service that's prompt, affordable, and reliable. It's easy to deal with a lockout or any security need in the Bay Area when you count on the professional team at A-A Lock to come to your rescue. With a fleet of 25 well-maintained vehicles, and two convenient Bay Area locations waiting to serve you. We're the obvious solution for a full range of security needs. No job is too large or too small for us to handle, and even in the most stressful of situations, you can always count on service with a smile. Call today, and see why we're the area's premier security solution center! How we are different from our competitors A-A Lock sets itself apart from other companies with our: • Thorough understanding and experience in providing solutions for a wide range of security applications. • Extensive list of knowledge of products including: residential and commercial systems of all types; electronic access, safes, keys, hardware, pushbutton locks, mortise locks, deadbolts, cylindrical locks, access control networks, electric strike releases, alarm systems, and more. • Strong commitments and long term relationships with our customers • 25 Vehicle Fleet Service • 2 convenient Bay Area retail locations to serve you • State of the Art equipment • 24 Hour Service please call for faster service 650-326-9020

The professionals at A-A Lock believe that customer service is more than just an old-fashioned ideal, it's the foundation upon which a successful business is built. This motto has served us well for over 50 years, and has earned us a reputation for quality within the community we protect. Some of the most technologically advanced and successful companies in the world have trusted our expertise, including Hewlett Packard, Federal Express, IBM, eBay, and American Express. If you've experienced the inconvenience and frustration of a lockout in Menlo Park or anywhere in the bay area, you know how important it is to trust a locksmith that's readily available at any time of day or night, and will make your situation a top priority. At A-A Lock, we've proudly served both individual and commercial needs since 1957, and our name is synonymous with an unparalleled standard of excellence. We understand that finding yourself on the wrong side of a locked door, particularly late at night, can be a stressful situation. Our team is there 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, to provide emergency lockout service that's prompt, affordable, and reliable. It's easy to deal with a lockout or any security need in the Bay Area when you count on the professional team at A-A Lock to come to your rescue. With a fleet of 25 well-maintained vehicles, and two convenient Bay Area locations waiting to serve you. We're the obvious solution for a full range of security needs. No job is too large or too small for us to handle, and even in the most stressful of situations, you can always count on service with a smile. Call today, and see why we're the area's premier security solution center! How we are different from our competitors A-A Lock sets itself apart from other companies with our: • Thorough understanding and experience in providing solutions for a wide range of security applications. • Extensive list of knowledge of products including: residential and commercial systems of all types; electronic access, safes, keys, hardware, pushbutton locks, mortise locks, deadbolts, cylindrical locks, access control networks, electric strike releases, alarm systems, and more. • Strong commitments and long term relationships with our customers • 25 Vehicle Fleet Service • 2 convenient Bay Area retail locations to serve you • State of the Art equipment • 24 Hour Service please call for faster service 650-326-9020


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Modern Lock & Security

4.83(
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Modern Lock & Security

4.83(
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers

Serving San Jose and Silicon Valley for all your locksmith Needs locksmith service for San Jose and Silicon Valley. Modern Lock & Security has been providing the same quality service since 1948. Modern Lock & Security is your friendly neighborhood locksmith. Locally owned and family operated to provide you with the best quality service. Today we offer a mobile service as well as a full service shop. call for an on time appointment or come by the shop today. Accepts payments: cash, check, all major credit cards. Normal service hours Mon-Sat 8:00 AM-6:00 PM. Limited after hours service Mon-Sat 6:00 PM- 11:00 PM. Shop hours Tues-Sat 11:00 PM-5:30 PM (Sunday & Monday by appt only. Additional phone number - (408) 984-0372. Locally owned and family operated.

"Darrin fixed an increasingly problematic front door mortise lock. Works swell now; it was a toughie. He also fixed two other outside door locks that had been iffy. Prior repairman who had installed the locks and doors didn't do a great job. Now we have working and locking doors. Spiffy. I thought the price was very reasonable. He was professional and knowledgeable. Will hire him again for any lock issues. I wish I had done this over a year ago instead of dreading it (afraid we would have to replace the locks or doors)."

Ceal C on May 2019

Serving San Jose and Silicon Valley for all your locksmith Needs locksmith service for San Jose and Silicon Valley. Modern Lock & Security has been providing the same quality service since 1948. Modern Lock & Security is your friendly neighborhood locksmith. Locally owned and family operated to provide you with the best quality service. Today we offer a mobile service as well as a full service shop. call for an on time appointment or come by the shop today. Accepts payments: cash, check, all major credit cards. Normal service hours Mon-Sat 8:00 AM-6:00 PM. Limited after hours service Mon-Sat 6:00 PM- 11:00 PM. Shop hours Tues-Sat 11:00 PM-5:30 PM (Sunday & Monday by appt only. Additional phone number - (408) 984-0372. Locally owned and family operated.

"Darrin fixed an increasingly problematic front door mortise lock. Works swell now; it was a toughie. He also fixed two other outside door locks that had been iffy. Prior repairman who had installed the locks and doors didn't do a great job. Now we have working and locking doors. Spiffy. I thought the price was very reasonable. He was professional and knowledgeable. Will hire him again for any lock issues. I wish I had done this over a year ago instead of dreading it (afraid we would have to replace the locks or doors)."

Ceal C on May 2019


First Bay Locksmith

5.00(
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First Bay Locksmith

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Owner operated First Bay Locksmith provides Locksmith services to the greater San Jose area. We will beat ANY offer!

"Ben was super fast and punctual, both in replying to my request for a quote and in providing lightning-fast service. His pricing was very reasonable and he was very pleasant to work with. We had tried to replace the door lock on our front door ourselves, but we quickly discovered that the new strike plate for the deadbolt lock didn't fit the carved-out space that the old one did and the screw holes were also different so we were stuck. The time frame from we gave Ben the green light to come fix the lock for us to the time he had the job 100% completed was less than an hour! That included the time it took him to drive to our house. Needless to say, we are super-happy with the work he did and the service he provided. He'll definitely be our go-to guy whenever we need any locksmith services in the future. Highly recommended!"

Glenn T on May 2021

Owner operated First Bay Locksmith provides Locksmith services to the greater San Jose area. We will beat ANY offer!

"Ben was super fast and punctual, both in replying to my request for a quote and in providing lightning-fast service. His pricing was very reasonable and he was very pleasant to work with. We had tried to replace the door lock on our front door ourselves, but we quickly discovered that the new strike plate for the deadbolt lock didn't fit the carved-out space that the old one did and the screw holes were also different so we were stuck. The time frame from we gave Ben the green light to come fix the lock for us to the time he had the job 100% completed was less than an hour! That included the time it took him to drive to our house. Needless to say, we are super-happy with the work he did and the service he provided. He'll definitely be our go-to guy whenever we need any locksmith services in the future. Highly recommended!"

Glenn T on May 2021


ODDJOB ROB

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ODDJOB ROB

4.77(
75
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers

Home Repair and Maintenance. I currently only check emails about once per week. Please call me for details, at 510-595-9239 between the hours of 9AM and 8PM. Leave a brief message with your phone number if you want a call back. I don't have caller ID, and cannot receive text messages.

"It went great!"

Mae M on May 2019

Home Repair and Maintenance. I currently only check emails about once per week. Please call me for details, at 510-595-9239 between the hours of 9AM and 8PM. Leave a brief message with your phone number if you want a call back. I don't have caller ID, and cannot receive text messages.

"It went great!"

Mae M on May 2019


San Mateo Lock Works

4.75(
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San Mateo Lock Works

4.75(
24
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Customers say: True professional
1927 years of experience

Real locksmiths with real experience. Securing and serving the Bay Area since 1927. As a family owned and operated full service lock and safe business we take great pride in our friendly, professional service. Contact us for your commercial, residential, automobile, and antique lock needs.

Real locksmiths with real experience. Securing and serving the Bay Area since 1927. As a family owned and operated full service lock and safe business we take great pride in our friendly, professional service. Contact us for your commercial, residential, automobile, and antique lock needs.


ALMOST EVERYTHING

4.59(
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ALMOST EVERYTHING

4.59(
61
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Customers say: Super punctual
1987 years of experience

Owner operated single employee. Services as described below. Rates are $50 per hour plus materials with a one hour minimum. There is a service charge of $20 for distances over 20 miles round trip. Payment by cash or check. No debit or credit card payments. Senior discount of 10% for age 62 and over.

Owner operated single employee. Services as described below. Rates are $50 per hour plus materials with a one hour minimum. There is a service charge of $20 for distances over 20 miles round trip. Payment by cash or check. No debit or credit card payments. Senior discount of 10% for age 62 and over.

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Locksmiths questions, answered by experts

First, maintain composure and avoid forcing it further. Inspect the key to see if enough material remains exposed for extraction. Use pliers or tweezers to grasp and gently pull out the broken piece if possible. Lubricate the keyhole with a graphite-based spray to aid removal. If self-removal proves challenging or risks damaging the lock, seek a professional locksmith's assistance. They possess the necessary tools and expertise to extract the key without causing damage.

Whether or not keyless door locks are safe and trustworthy depends on the visibility of the programming code—and a trespasser’s determination. Even if you carefully guard entry and programming codes, those trying to break in may be able to crack open the lock’s faceplate with a screwdriver and change the codes. The same goes for manual models.

Some find smart locks the safest option because it’s harder to manipulate codes without access to your phone. But it’s possible to get hacked even then. Consider installing an extended security system, like door and window alarms or surveillance cameras, to enhance security. 

Regrettably, entirely pick-proof locks don't exist unless you opt for keyless varieties. Locks advertised as "pick-proof" are, in reality, more resilient against lock-picking and bumping attempts because of complex mechanisms consisting of pins and sidebars. These locks work like this—they assign two tasks to the key, enhancing security by making unauthorized entry more challenging.

In general, keyless door locks are considered safe. They can’t be picked like a traditional lock, and unless a thief can guess your code, it’s pretty tricky to break into a house with a keyless door lock. But that doesn’t mean they come without risk. 

When asking yourself, "Are keyless door locks safe?” consider the style of the system. Hackers could potentially break in if it operates on Wi-Fi, but it’d take some time and effort. You’re also at risk for a power outage, depending on the type of lock. That being said, there are no more risks associated with keyless door locks than a traditional lock.

Lock picking is a relatively subtle method of unauthorized access, making it hard to detect. But there are telltale signs to look for. First, look for scratches or tool marks around the keyhole or the lock's surface. Also, check for loose or misaligned components, like a wonky strike plate, which could indicate tampering. Consulting a locksmith or security professional for an assessment can provide valuable insights, too. Investing in high-quality locks and considering additional security measures, like security cameras, can help deter potential intruders and enhance your overall safety.

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