FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT LOCKSMITH SERVICES

It is a very quick process, and our professional locksmiths should have you back on the road within 20 minutes.

Yes, our highly experienced locksmiths have a wealth of knowledge in a range of lock types and will be able to assist you.

A locksmith callout generally starts around $110. This would be for a simple (fast) job such as a residential lockout and gain entry or a vehicle lockout and gain entry. you could expect to pay about $100 per hour for labour with the cost of consumables being added to the job.

There is a lot of training and education that goes into being a professional locksmith.  Some are trained in handling vehicle locks, while others are skilled at defeating door locks.  Eventually, most locksmiths are able to handle both as they gain experience in the field.  And a locksmith shop will have professionals on hand that can assist with either vehicle or door locks.

If you are the original buyer of the vehicle, you may have a key code available. A professional auto locksmith can help you determine that. Just give us a call, so we guide you.
High-security locks have restricted key access, and these keys are very difficult to duplicate. They also offer the safest protection against potential burglaries, so if that is your concern, just ask us for the options.
Currently we can program most keys for General Motors, Ford, Dodge, Toyota, Honda, and more. However, European models such as Mercedes Benz, BMW, Jaguar, etc… can only be programmed by their respective dealers.
No. We have the best locksmiths near you, and they will use the safest methods and practices, without causing any damage to your car or truck.
Absolutely! A locksmith’s license is required to operate a locksmith company or shop in the state of California. In order to get a license, an applicant must submit to a mandatory criminal history background check through the Department of Justice and the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

Yes, for the most part. We may not be able to quote over the phone if it’s something we need to see onsite. We offer an obligation free quote in these instances.

The first step would be to make sure that the door frame is strong enough. Consult an expert and use brands that are known for their durability. Do not attempt to use new technology unless you fully understand what it entails and the possible risks of installing it. We recommend that you always go for quality!

Rekeying a lock means to change the working key of the lock to a different key, without replacing the lock itself. In other words – you keep the same lock but the old key will no longer operate it. This is done by taking the lock apart and replacing some of the parts inside (called “tumblers” or “key pins”)

A certified, reputable locksmith should be as transparent as possible to everyone they work with.  They should have a pocket card on them that proves they are affiliated with a local shop and that they have been vetted by regulatory agencies.  It is illegal to provide locksmith services without this card.

A certified locksmith should be willing to provide an itemized invoice following service.  This invoice should list all fees and part replacement costs, as well as having the name and address of the business.

Locating a trustworthy locksmith is just like locating any other reputable professional, only the stakes are higher.  A trusted locksmith is a valuable resource for security advice and products.  A dishonest locksmith is a major liability.

Yes, but only if all of the locks have the same keyway or are made by the same manufacturer.

The type of job can affect the response time of a Locksmith due to its urgency. However, we have an emergency response time of 30-60 minutes, where possible, and for non-emergency cases will always try to get out to you within 1-2 hours.

Each lock will differ with the number of keys that it comes with, but you should expect to get 2-3 new keys with the installation of a new door lock by an expert Locksmith. Again, it is always best to check the number of the keys with your Locksmith in case you will need extra copies.

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