L &amp; K Locksmith

(1k reviews)

Overall, a great experience! Jin was super helpful, efficient, and got the job done quickly once on…read moresite. The work itself was excellent. A couple of small notes for future customers: the final price was slightly higher than the original project quote once the full scope (two locks) was reconfirmed (but this was conveyed pre-arrival, so no surprises upon arrival), and arrival was about 40 minutes past the scheduled time (but I get it, LA traffic!). He also recommended cutting the locks since he couldn't make replacement keys, which means I will have to purchase some new bike locks again soon. Regardless, grateful for Jin to provide evening and weekend services! Also, I must say the price Jin charged was still more affordable than other locksmith businesses I contacted, so overall, this was a better value in the end! Plus, Jin was quick to respond via Yelp. Would recommend Jin for anyone needing quick, effective locksmith work, esp. for bike locks. Five stars for rescuing the bikes and communication!

Jin arrived within 15 min of our call, installed our Schlage lock and left the house clean. What…read moremore could you want from a locksmith. He was upfront on pricing and did work as expected. Very nice guy

Lee's Key & Locksmith

4.7

(362 reviews)

Great service, he said 1 hour, he came in 1 hour, highly recommend. My car was locked with the keys…read morerunning, he opened the door no problem, and he takes card.

Responded quickly, got here quickly, and was a reasonable price compared to others. I am satisfied…read morewith his service!

ASAP|unlocks

(118 reviews)

I can't recommend Antonio highly enough. I called him on a Sunday morning after dealing with a…read morecomplicated door that was completely jammed, and he responded right away. He showed up promptly, quickly diagnosed the problem, and was able to fix what turned out to be a much more complicated issue than I expected. What really stood out was his professionalism and honesty. He was upfront about the pricing before starting the work, there were no surprises, and his rates were very competitive. It's refreshing to find someone who's both highly skilled and completely transparent. If you're looking for a reliable locksmith who's responsive, professional, reasonably priced, and genuinely knows what he's doing, Antonio is the person to call. I'll definitely use him again and wouldn't hesitate to recommend him to friends and family.

Misleading Pricing, Inflated Quotes, and Property Damage: Avoid This Locksmith at any cost…read more We chose this company because they were listed as Yelp Guaranteed, and we trusted that this designation meant the business had been vetted and was reliable. Unfortunately, our experience was the complete opposite. Antonio initially provided a price range of $55-$120. Before booking, I spoke with Antonio directly and confirmed multiple times that $120 was the absolute maximum we would pay. I also asked what would determine whether the service was $55 versus $120. Antonio explained that using a tool to unlock the door from underneath would be on the lower end, while picking the lock would cost more. After the service, Antonio denied ever providing this information. We were told a technician would arrive within 20 minutes. Instead, we waited outside for over an hour while repeatedly being told the technician was "5 minutes away" despite continued delays for over an hour. When technician David arrived, he claimed our lock was a "commercial lock" and immediately quoted us $480, despite the maximum price we had confirmed with Antonio. When we asked why it was so much higher, he refused to explain. When we said we would call another locksmith, the price suddenly dropped multiple times: from $480 to $350, then $300, and finally $200. The fact that the price changed so dramatically simply by pushing back raised serious concerns about the legitimacy of the original quote. David ultimately unlocked the door using a simple long-reach tool under the door, not any complex lock-picking process and not anything to do with the "commercial lock" he was claiming, and left black marks and damage on the wall next to the door. When I contacted Antonio afterward about the issue, he initially claimed we had contacted the wrong company and asked us to call him. However, once on the phone, he immediately knew who we were and began discussing our complaint, contradicting his earlier statement. We are currently working with Yelp Guarantee to request a refund and reimbursement for the property damage caused during this service. Do not hire this company especially based on their lower end quote - there are many other companies that provided flat fees. If you've hired this company for whatever reason: 1. **Do not be afraid to say you will call someone else.** The price dropped significantly the second we pushed back. 2. **Get all pricing details in writing.** We confirmed the maximum price and pricing factors beforehand, but those statements were later denied. 3. **Pay by credit card if possible.** This gives you options if the service does not match what was represented.

Sunny Locksmith & Safe

(117 reviews)

I called to get a quote, the quote was higher than expected so I let him know I will call back and…read morehe hung up on me. Was quite rude and definitely won't be calling back.

I request a here for a locksmith and I call them for a new…read morekey fob Their service was not good Price is higher than i accept

ABC Locksmith

4.6

(40 reviews)

I went in because another spot I went to was closed, despite their hours saying otherwise.. Glad…read morethat happened though because I had a great experience here! Was in and out quickly and the service was great, as was the pricing. Will recommend this to anyone downtown!

This shop has been in business for a VERY long time and I appreciate the historical memorabilia…read morekept in this shop. Hee Man helped me make a copy of the key to my condo (one of the historic bldgs in dtla that requires only his shop to make copies), as well as helped me get back into my unit when I had locked myself out. He's a very skilled, kind and hardworking man. I highly recommend this locksmith!

Kevin's Locksmith

(62 reviews)

Fast, high-quality service at a very reasonable price. Super quick response to answering questions…read morevia Yelp messaging and SMS. Shows up on time.

Responded right away, came very quickly, and had me in the locked room within minutes, all for a…read morevery reasonable price.

Cali Keys

(117 reviews)

Possibly one of the most genuine people I've met who was willing to help me with my car key needs…read more I actually didn't need a key but more of a spare remote and Oscar was able to help me get two remotes for a great price. He was professional via text and got to me right away. Our timing didn't match up at first but we just communicated and he was accommodating. We met up and it seemed like there was a hiccup with the remotes but in the end Oscar attempted to find every solution to get the remotes working and in the end it did! So I'm so very thankful he did anything and everything to help me get my spare remotes to work. Highly recommend Oscar for any of your needs. Absolutely nice, genuine, punctual, great communicator, and overall a wonderful person to give your business to. Thanks again Oscar! Appreciate your help!

Very friendly service and knows exactly how to help. Great prices and couldn't be happier. Oscar…read morehas made two keys so far for family members and always satisfied. Great service, on time, and excellent communication.

MS Locksmith Services

(623 reviews)

This team, and the technician, Nick, turned a stressful lockout into a genuinely positive…read moreexperience. He arrived quickly, was incredibly friendly and professional, got me back into my apartment in just a few minutes without damaging my new doorknob, and even had me test my key afterward to make sure everything was working perfectly. There was also a pricing mix-up because I thought he was with another company. Instead of dismissing it, Nick spoke with his boss on my behalf and was able to honor the lower price. He even had me call the other locksmith while he was there so they wouldn't make an unnecessary trip. That level of honesty and professionalism meant a lot to me. If you ever need a locksmith, I highly recommend asking for Nick. He was kind, professional, efficient, and genuinely caring. Thank you again!

MS service was prompt. It took only 30 minutes for them to arrive. They replaced and old knob to a…read morenew. Pricing and service 5 stars. Thank you

King's Shoe Repair & Keys Made

4.1

(7 reviews)

So I'm not sure why there are 2 entries on Yelp for this place (same address listed) but it could…read morebe due to the fact that they offer 2 services: shoe repair AND keys made. Yelp has this same address for "ABC Locksmith". The signage above the door however says "ABC Locksmith and Shoe Repair". Anyhow, I have been here twice already. Once to get copies of some keys and the second time, to get my high heels repaired. I actually waited a while before bringing my shoes in because they are pricey Salvatore Ferragamo pumps. But having seen him work on other people's shoes and seeing all the equipment he had indicated to me that he was an experienced cobbler. And I am glad I came to him. I had heel tips that needed replacing. Ferragamo actually included extra ones when I bought my shoes so I brought them with me. The price? $7. I'll be back.

the zipper on my backpack would not stay zipped. I did not want to spend $80+ on a new backpack, so…read moretook it here. the little asian man behind the counter said it would be $10 and I could pick it back up in 2 hours. so far, it has stayed fixed, I was impressed by the turn around time and I thought the price was very reasonable. I will take a pair of shoes to him soon to see how he does in that arena and then update.

York Lock & Key

(154 reviews)

I requested a locksmith via Yelp projects, and York Lock & Key responded quickly. He came out the…read morenext day (which was when I requested) and changed the lock in minutes.

So grateful to Vincent and York Lock & Key for providing top notch and personable service! We had a…read moredeadbolt that needed to be completely replaced, along with a front door rekey that was previously poorly done by someone else. First, they assessed our needs and realized our specific hardware needed to be special ordered but it came earlier than expected! The job was completed swiftly and efficiently-- paying special care to the alignment. Vincent was so communicative and transparent from start to finish. Gave me wholesome small town vibes in this crazy city! A man with integrity! Thank you for making us feel safe and secure! We know who to call (and recommend) for any and all future lock issues!

LA WiFi Guys

(126 reviews)

Highly recommended!!! Super knowledgeable. On time. David has worked on all our projects, whether…read moreit's at our restaurants or our residential properties, it's always installed perfectly and works like a dream. The best is that David's service and reliability is super on point and I appreciate how professional he is. We will always be using David for our future projects!

These people are FAKES. They advertise that they do home networking, then when you describe a home…read morenetworking projects, they say they don't provide the service. They are fakes! Don't use them!

Pro TV Wall Mount Installation

(247 reviews)

Aaron was very polite and professional!…read more He was running a bit behind and texted to let us know well ahead of time so that we could adjust accordingly, which was appreciated. Both TVs were mounted quickly and look very nice. I feel confident that they are secure and the wires being hidden with cover is a nice touch. Aaron even provided a spare HDMI cord to hook up some tech to the TV when the one we originally had was too short for a mounted setup. He also struck a very nice balance between providing expertise while also inviting our own opinions when deciding where to place the TVs on the wall. I will definitely be reaching out to Aaron again for future entertainment setup needs. So glad we chose to go with this service!

This guy installed a TV for me a few months back and his business just popped up when I was leaving…read moreanother review and I thought I needed to leave a review. He was awesome and my TV is amazing. #LifestyleElevated.

Installation King

(862 reviews)

I had a ceiling speaker system that came with my new home purchase, but I had no idea how it was…read morewired or how it was supposed to work. To make matters worse, I started experiencing some very strange issues with the speakers and couldn't figure out what was causing them. Installation King came out, thoroughly diagnosed the problem, explained what was going on, and resolved the issue. What I appreciated most was that they didn't try to upsell me. Instead, they took the time to walk me through the system and provided several options based on my needs and budget. They were professional, knowledgeable, punctual, and easy to work with from start to finish. Their pricing was very fair, and I felt confident I was getting honest advice throughout the process. If you need help with home audio, speakers, smart home systems, or troubleshooting existing wiring, I highly recommend Installation King. Great service and a great experience overall.

We moved so we had installation kings come out again to mount our TVs. After doing the intake over…read morethe phone, the technician came out and we were told there would be additional charges for what we wanted to do and that he did not do any drywall patching. The quote was then way more than what we were expecting so we didn't move forward with the work. We were then told they had a $75 cancellation fee - something we were never told over the phone. I've never had this happen before. Even with our other handyman, plumbers, etc. - if you can't do the work, you don't get paid for NOT doing the work. We were told that this would cover gas expenses - why take a job that is out of your network? They knew our address well before coming out. Also, some of our intake conversations were over text, so I wish we discussed the job over photos so they knew what we wanted to do in terms of the job and give us a proper quote. Just felt very scammy and weird after them asking for money without starting the job.

Two Brothers Garage Door & Gates

(445 reviews)

We recently had our garage door give out and started looking for quotes for a spring repair through…read moreYelp. After speaking with and meeting several companies, I can honestly say Two Brothers stood out from the rest. I worked with Eden, who was incredibly responsive, professional, and quick to communicate throughout the process. What I appreciated most was his transparency and attention to detail. He took the time to explain everything clearly, provided honest recommendations, and gave us a fair price from the start. Unlike some others we spoke with, he didn't inflate the quote only to lower it later when presented with competing prices. It's refreshing to find a company that values honesty, integrity, and customer service. I highly recommend Two Brothers and will definitely be referring them to family and friends in the future!

These guys are solid, top notch all the way! Knowledgeable about their trade, thanks Two Brothers!read more

AM PM Local Gate Services

(151 reviews)

Havi was prompt, friendly, and very knowledgeable. He was able to diagnose our gate issue quickly…read moreand came back the following day to replace the batteries. Then the day after another gate issue popped up! He was awesome enough to come back again to help diagnose the second issue during his busy schedule and recommended some fixes. All throughout, he maintained constant communication and was professional. I would definitely recommend him- outstanding person. 10/10

Havi was great! Called us right away to make a same day appointment. Was here when he said he would…read morebe. Showed us the problem and fixed it quickly! Would definitely call him again! 5 service.

Doorman's Door Repair

4.5

(95 reviews)

Update..Bozo Ben never came through to finish his work and install the last part of the…read moreweatherstrips. I called him for a refund and no word back. The material he uses is not high quality but charges you like it is, here's the work you did few years ago is already back to how it was lol the original ones I had before this bs lasted a over a decade.

He wants to charge $200 just to come out!! Before even…read morelooking at the door... yikes! Be ware! So you charge an extra fee because I live in a more affluent neighborhood? The one star is for the high gouging price. Can't comment on the quality of the work to be honest.

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Helen C.

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3

1

7 years ago

Obviously the BEST locksmith in K-town! They provide the most professional service and at the cheapest price! I got myself locked out of the door late at night, with phone with flat battery, I called two other locksmiths, who required a lot of info from me and told me they would be there in couple of hours, unless I pay them extra emergency fee. I was hopeless and helpless standing in the middle of cold wind, I made my last call with L&K, I only gave them the address, and they arrived in less than 10mins and picked my lock in lightening speed! No any additional fee and the price was even lower than the other two locksmiths who said would arrive in hrs. L & K locksmith is my go to locksmith from now on, I will let all my families and friends know about L&K. Greatest place to go to! Highly recommended! read more

James C.

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6

0

6 years ago

Tal at L&K Locsmith USA is so fast and a pleasure to work with. He really knows his craft. I opened the door and, just a few minutes later, my lock was fixed after years of issues. Extremely honest and reasonable pricing. read more

Wayne S.

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8

3

6 years ago

Amazing service. Called as an emergency, responsive within 10 mins and came to help me right away. Went over and beyond any normal locksmith service. Solved my issue and is probably best portable locksmith in LA. read more

Hyeongjung S.

0

1

0

8 years ago

I've been suffering from homesickness nowadays, but he saved my life with really good service. The point is that KangChun Lee is the most benevolent in the field. Don't hesitate anymore! read more

Young K.

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7 years ago

He was very professional and helpful. His work was clean and I could be able to see how neat this guy was by looking at his work done.

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Overall, a great experience! Jin was super helpful, efficient, and got the job done quickly once on…read moresite. The work itself was excellent. A couple of small notes for future customers: the final price was slightly higher than the original project quote once the full scope (two locks) was reconfirmed (but this was conveyed pre-arrival, so no surprises upon arrival), and arrival was about 40 minutes past the scheduled time (but I get it, LA traffic!). He also recommended cutting the locks since he couldn't make replacement keys, which means I will have to purchase some new bike locks again soon. Regardless, grateful for Jin to provide evening and weekend services! Also, I must say the price Jin charged was still more affordable than other locksmith businesses I contacted, so overall, this was a better value in the end! Plus, Jin was quick to respond via Yelp. Would recommend Jin for anyone needing quick, effective locksmith work, esp. for bike locks. Five stars for rescuing the bikes and communication!

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Responded quickly, got here quickly, and was a reasonable price compared to others. I am satisfied…read morewith his service!

Best Key Locksmith

4.7

(34 reviews)

They quoted a price and stuck to it: $95 for a lockout and $60 for a new mailbox lock. This was the…read moresame price as another company that responded responded to my Yelp Quote request (which might I add, has a verified license with Yelp and over 800 positive reviews), but since Best Key answered first, I went with them. I will say that I do appreciate them not changing the price on me. That being said, upon my first call, I was told that the tech would arrive at 4:10. The dispatcher then asked me to text him my information. Once I did, the ETA became 4:30, mind you our initial exchange occurred around 2pm. At 4:11, I received a text saying that my tech would be late with no updated ETA. I asked, and was told 5:10. Needless to say, I wasn't happy having been waiting for over 2 hours and being told to wait longer. I asked for a discount which was denied at first, but I persisted and said $5 off would be the least that they could do. The dispatcher obliged, and I was appeased for the time. The tech arrived a little sooner than expected at 5pm, but he was in a personal car with damages to the exterior rather than a company truck. He grabbed one small bag of tools and followed me to my apartment. When he started attempting to unlock the lock, I could tell he was not experienced. I've had a home lock opened by a locksmith before and there is precision to the process. He stuck two tools into the locks and started wiggling them around indiscriminately. With no luck and having seen I already bought a new lock set that I intended to install myself, he asked me if I still needed the old locks. I told him that I did because I was tired and didn't want to install the new ones until the next day. He told me he would install it for me for free and proceeded to DRILL THROUGH MY OLD LOCK WITH A POWER TOOL. There were metal shavings all over my shared apartment hallway floor that I had to clean up. When we got to the mailbox, he didn't have the right size lock on him and had to go grab one from a sister company which took about 20 additional minutes. The repair also included drilling rather than picking the lock and again, I cleaned up the shavings. When it came time for payment, I gave him my credit card. He asked if I had Venmo or Zelle. I genuinely don't have those apps on my phone. He then asked if I could write him a check. I understand that it costs businesses to take credit cards, but you can't try to coerce me into taking the payment type you want. If these modes of payment were preferred, that should've been disclosed from the beginning. Once he started writing the receipt, he kept telling me he was giving me discounts for things that were not my fault. Him drilling into my old lock and being forced to install the new ones was his fault, but he told me he was giving me the service for free. He also said that the price quote was for one door lock, not two. Who on this planet doesn't have a deadbolt on their door in additional to their regular door lock? And if this additional cost was legitimate, the dispatcher should have done his job and asked me more questions about the service during our initial exchange. Lastly, he told me that they typically charge $5 for a credit card purchase and that this was also his "discount" to me. I don't like when people make me feel like they're doing me a favor or use the small-business-card to guilt me into feeling bad. I paid you for a service with the price we agreed upon. The end. To top it off, his disorganized paperwork came out of a crumpled manila folder and I was told to take a picture of the receipt instead of being provided with one. Lesson learned: for services like this, review volume and licensing matters. UPDATE: I received a text message from the owner/dispatcher that began with "I'm sorry you feel that way, however..." rather than an apology for the service received, he blamed me for not having a vacuum for the tech to use (how is that my responsibility?) and also reiterated that I was receiving discounts rather than admitting he should have been more thorough upon our initial conversation about the service. I didn't care to respond and blocked the number. I'm removing one star. Unbelievable.

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