Great old-school solid locksmith. The place to go when you want it done right the first time. If you're like me, you've had the fun experience of waiting 15 minutes for a potentially stoned teenager to cut your keys at the big orange box hardware store. And I'll be damned, those keys don't work when you try them. My wise Dad told me this was the only place to go, and he's right. At this classic east sac business, they efficiently and perfectly make key copies. I just had an extra set of house keys made- 3 keys for $5.25 and done in mere minutes. And, they all worked perfectly. The locksmith here has come to our home to fix a tricky security gate lock which has since worked perfectly (3+ years). In short, precision work and fair prices get my vote any day. Should you ever need a locksmith for emergency or routine purposes, there could not be a better outfit in Sacramento. read more

Certified Safe & Lock Service - Front entrance - Keys & Locksmiths Near Me - Sacramento, California

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I went to their shop with two car keys for cutting. They couldn't guarantee they work, which I understood. Got them cut in a few minutes and they work flawlessly. And for a good price too. I recommend. read more

Went to get a key copied and service was very fast! The employee behind the counter was very friendly as well.

Thanks for the quick service on rekeying my trailer lock. The cost was more than affordable , especially compared to the quote I got from another mobile key service. It's stressful to lose your keys and getting fast and quality service makes it just a little less. I will use their service again read more

Certified Safe & Lock Service - Original Key Reproduced - Keys & Locksmiths Near Me - Sacramento, California

Jim is a lead locksmith here. When he indicated that he was unable to install locks on our office cabinets because he was afraid that he might ruin them, I asked him if they might have another locksmith more comfortable with the scope of work. Apparently his ego couldn't handle that question because he hung up on me. This told me to steer clear of this place. Poor skills and even worse people skills. read more

Great, fast, reliable, friendly work. We've used them several times to re-key doors, etc read more

Certified Safe and Lock is an old school locksmith company, they know what they're doing. I've always had excellent service from Brad and everyone here. Keep up the great work CSL! read more

Jim got my portable vault open in less than 5 min. This man really has some skills. This was supposed to be a really hard vault to crack and paid a lot of money for it so you would think it's difficult but not for Jim. Tried to leave a tip but he wouldn't take it. Super cheap but quality service! read more

This business has been in the neighborhood as long as I can remember. They stock old keys that you wont find anywhere else. Friendly service and experienced. read more

I needed to flip the lock cylander on our front door. I took it to them and they flipped it free of charge. Very friendly people. All be calling them for all my locksmithing needs. read more

Always a quick and easy trip in here for key copies at a great price! Thank you certified safe and lock!

I went into their shop today to get a spare key made for a vehicle. I walked in and a woman with long dark hair was on the phone (very briefly) with another employee. She didn't acknowledge me standing at the counter. She walked behind a door and came out with her Subway sandwich and a drink and still did not acknowledge me (even though I was the only other human being standing in the store). She then walked to the back of the store, sat her fat ass down (well, not fat, but definitely plump), and proceeded to stuff her face while continuing to ignore me. I walked out without spending any money there. DO NOT SHOP AT THIS PLACE! read more

This shop was recommended by the East Sac Hardware store to make auto keys. The staff is friendly enough and I informed the employee of the need for a double sided key for a Toyota. He said if it doesn't work, I wont charge you. Well it works, so I had him make a spare. He seemed well informed in his business and all seemed fine. He proceeded to ring me up and hit me with a charge of almost $10 for 2 keys! I asked why so much when their sign says 2.75 per double sided key and he showed me further down the board it's 4.45 for a double sided auto key. I asked "why, it's the same size key and the same amount comes off in the cutting process, and your keys don't cost $4.00 each do they"? He didn't know how to respond to my question, to which I told him "if this is how your rates are then I won't be coming back and can't recommend your shop for any future business". He said ok.... I guarantee these guys are paying no more than $1.50 per blank key and he spent 1 minute at the most making it. At the most..... So, you do the math on the mark up, and if your not too sure this may give you some help. Their going rate for a house call is $70 per hour to make keys! And yes, I do understand a business needs to make money but there's a balance to things. And if you loose customers or have them bad mouth your business, how much does it cost you in the long run? Basically, they want to make $1.00 per minute for their work at the least and more when they can. So, their product may work, but at what cost to you? Just be ready for a high bill no matter what with these guys. read more

Great experience! Told me they would have to keep my safe all day, called in 10 minutes and it was done! Very fair price too! Will be back for future needs! read more

I would give them a hundred stars if I could. I never even knew this place existed. I have always gone to East Sac Hardware when I need keys, but they are always rude and today they didn't have what I needed, so they referred me here. There was a problem with my car key and Jim helped me for over an hour, measuring and filing and cutting and doing who knows what else. I even brought my own key in; they made $4 on the deal. That is how much they care about people. We couldn't figure out what the problem was and I ended up leaving without a solution, but nevertheless I couldn't be more satisfied with the service I received. The guys here are all extremely helpful and knowledgeable. I wish there were more establishments like this in the neighborhood; it would make the world a better place. read more

Use these guys all the time. Great service and local to east Sac. Get down there for lock and service related to locks doors etc.

A million thanks to Certified Safe & Lock and Technician Jim! As I was briefly outside locking my side gate, my laundryroom door shut and locked me out of the house. I walked over to Certified and they immediately added me to Technician Jim's service schedule. He arrived within the hour, unlocked my stubborn screendoor and also rekeyed it at the same time, which I was meaning to have done since I moved in 2 years ago. In sum, Certified scheduled me immediately despite being shortstaffed and Technician Jim killed two birds with one stone for such a reasonable price! I'm thoroughly impressed with the company and Technician Jim's professionalism and skills. I highly recommend them for all your lock and key needs! They have a customer for life! read more

Very helpful and knowledgeable staff. Had s key that nobody was ever able to find a match to duplicate and they had it. Thanks fellas

I called around for a Auto key and they had the best price, both guys were very nice. While calling other locksmiths I got several rude answering companies and when they transferred me to the locksmith guy it sounded like he was on a 2 way radio, "oh that will be $130 up to $200" . No thanks I paid $60 at certified. read more

Got referred to this business through E. Sac hardware. Had a "hard to find" blank and they had it in stock. They were quick, reasonably priced, and helpful. Would come back here. read more

20 minutes late and stinking of cigarettes, I had a problem door knob/lock situation and he seemed annoyed rather than having a can-do attitude; I had to suggest a solution because he didn't have any ideas....NOT impressed. You can do better. read more

Certified Safe & Safe an associated company of Sacramento Valley Alarm has been providing 15+ years of the most prompt and courtesy service that our company has ever experience. Bill (locksmith) arrives on every work site with a "tell him once & get it done" attitude. However, without the workers behind the scenes like Audrey who I'm sure has to have patience in dealing with either walk in or over the phone customers provides friendly customer service as well. I would recommend Certified Safe & Lock to any private party or business. Thank you for the great service! read more

lock broke after 1 day went back they would not replace or fix went to another shop they exchanged it under warranty will never go back and tell everyone not to do business with them read more

I noticed that most of the reviews for this shop are older and on the negative side. We have used certified safe and lock a few times for residential lock needs and they have always been very timely and professional. We are planning on moving soon and will be calling them for their services. read more

I had a locked metal box and I could not find the key. Yesterday I walked in to Certified Lock and Safe with the box. I didn't need a key made but I just wanted it opened. He popped the lock for me for no charge. Thank you for the great service! Such a blessing. I highly recommend. read more