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What a great find! If you are in need of a locksmith, call this company immediately. Reasonable…read moreprice, fast arrival time, and efficient service. Went above and beyond for my difficult bedroom iron clad bedroom lock. I'm happy with the service and professionalism delivered by rhinoceros. Will keep him on speed dial!

When he couldn't help me himself immediately, he went to the trouble of finding some other…read morelocksmiths who would be able to come sooner. This is someone whose focus is on helping, not maximizing profit. I wouldn't hesitate to call him.

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(73 reviews)

Excellent experience & small business!! I locked my fob key in my work car yesterday. I put in an…read moreinquiry for a locksmith & Sergii responded right away! He charges a lot LESS than other businesses who will charge $150-200. As soon as we spoke on the phone, he beat me to the location where I parked my car. He was there in 12 min & got my car opened in a matter of minutes. As a woman, of course I worry about safety & Sergii was very polite & courteous. Thank you Sergii!! :)

Situation required a lock change and Serhii responded promptly on my search for a locksmith…read more Luckily he was able to take on the task same day, 2 hr from my call. Serhii arrived early than the appointment time and really took care of the lock. Recommend him to your lock needs!

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4.4

(20 reviews)

I stopped in to have three keys duplicated. Excellent service, selection, and prices. You can pay…read morewith Venmo.

I needed keys made and not only are they the most reasonably priced in the area, they make keys…read morethat fit as smoothly as the originals on the locks! This is a great neighborhood locksmith - their number should be in your phone for when you may find yourself in need of a new set of keys or needing someone to unlock a door.

Locksmith Central

4.5

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I haven't locked myself out of my house or car for many years...but the inevitable happened and I…read moreleft my car keys inside my locked car. What to do? I saw that Locksmith Central had two locations and two vans that offer 24/7 emergency service. It sounded reputable so I made the call and I'm glad I did. The van arrived exactly when Michael Young said it would and the locksmith and his assistant were extremely courteous and professional the entire time. They called to let me know that they were on the way, and then again when they arrived. They checked to make sure that I owned the car (license, registration), oiled my locks, made a spare key for me in their van, and warned me about mobile locksmiths who go around ripping off and aren't legitimate bonded locksmiths. I definitely know who to call the next time this happens. It was $95 for the lock out service and all the advice was free. Luckily I read the Yelp reviews. Remember, you should ask a locksmith if he's bonded and inspect his/her ID and bond card when he arrives.

CONTACT INFORMATION 2855 Judah Street (@ 34th Ave.)…read moreSan Francisco, CA 94122 (415) 665-5398 www.SFLocksmith.net NARRATIVE Friday morning began with a bang. I am housesitting in Nob Hill with it's arbitrary parking laws and had to move my car, lest it be towed away at 7 am. I moved it at 6:30 and went up to shower. I had a class to attend at 7:30 in the morning. I showered, got lunch together, walked out of the apartment in a rush...then a sickly click. I rummaged through my pockets. Augh! I left the keys in the bowl in the hallway...and would now require a locksmith... PRICE RANGE Moderate - Decadent SUMMARY I hoofed it to BART to make it to the class. My students' films were pretty incredible. Excellent times, but then I asked a coworker for a ride back to Nob Hill so I could get the keys and move my car again so as not to get a parking ticket. The building security suggested one company. I called and their docket was full for the morning, but they recommended Locksmith Central. Mr. Michael Young answered the phone, inquired about the situation, quoted a flat price that was $20 less than the company that referred him, and promised to arrive within the hour. I passed the time by finishing some curriculum work, participating in a mini-conference call, and reflecting on my hectic week in Nob Hill...my car was broken into, my rushing in the morning to move my car on time...and realizing how I still haven't mastered the skill of city living. SERVICE Mr. Young was prompt, and pleasant. I greeted him. I brought him to the security office. They showed him the authorization letter my friends had written to authorize my housesit. We took the elevator to the apartment and he worked his magic. In less than 10 minutes the door was open. The keys were in the bowl by the hallway and we were on our way. RESTROOMS Not Applicable SUGGESTION Mr. Young, you were fantastic! Thank you for your help and, as promised, I have yelped you. For those of you finding yourself in an awkward situation requiring a locksmith in San Francisco, I recommend Locksmith Central.

Premier Locksmith

(329 reviews)

These guys are totally awesome. Elliot and Matt are super nice and knowledgeable. They were able to…read morecoordinate together to get some keys that needed special programming duplicated for my motorcycles. Matt who was the one that actually did the job and he made the process very convenient and completed it quickly. The amount that I was charged was more than reasonable especially for the quality of service I received. Thanks you gentlemen!!!!

What a great find. Elliott arrived on time and did a fantastic job quickly and efficiently…read moreinstalling a lock. He is a skilled and experienced resource. Thanks, Elliott!

Metro Locksmiths

3.9

(185 reviews)

Any competent locksmith can copy a key or open a lock, but the key to success is unlocking that…read morenext of level of customer service that makes you stand out from the rest. Metro consistently goes above and beyond what is expected, and is a trusted resource and partner. As a property manager in SF with a portfolio of over 100 HOAs, I encounter a multitude of issues- from simple lockouts to complex security installs- they are my first call. From top to bottom, every employee is genuinely friendly, knowledgeable, and ready to help - 24/7.

Smooth sailing. I needed a new button lock for my condo. They arrived promptly the next morning and…read moreput in a new one. They also gave me four keys to it without a charge.

Lock World

4.3

(279 reviews)

Called in to have house locks rekeyed/changed. James answered the phone and booked me for a date in…read moreless than a week (we were not an emergency change). James showed up right on time. He was in a uniform shirt, was friendly, identified himself, and got to work. All locks got adjusted as needed. All locks got lubricated! A couple of minor repairs got done. FANTASTIC! We wanted a couple of special character keys. Those are not carried on the truck. Oh well; James had plain blanks and made our keys. Paid for services rendered, and waved good-bye to james. A few hours later, our doorbell rang. It was a guy in full motocycle protective gear. Big helmut with heavy visor, thick leather jacked, protective pants, boots, and a beautiful motorcycle at the curb! Mototcycle man held out to character keys already cut to work in our new locks! A familiar voice (James) said he knew we were disappointed so he cut these - try them and make sure they work. They do! That's beyond the call of service! Thank you, James, so much! The character keys were special to us because the keys we were getting rid of were character keys. My husband had given them to me over 36 years ago when we bought our house and put in our first locks! James and his partner are not the same locksmiths who took care of my brother's car loks many, many years ago, but the work ethic, quality of work, and friendly professional service are just the same. Cars, RV's, houses - lock problems? Call Lock World.

These guys are great. They have specialized keys you can't find anywhere else in the city, and they…read morehelped me find parts I needed to fix a lock on my own.

Crown Locksmith & Safe

4.2

(149 reviews)

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Crown Hardware is the only place where I can always expect a great duplicate key! Many places make…read morekeys, but they don't make them correctly. Crown always has exceptional attention to detail, and I recommend them to everyone!

Omar is amazing! He is super knowledgeable, friendly, and observant. He noticed there was a part…read moremissing on our dead bolt and that's why it was difficult to unlock and he fixed it! 10/10 would recommend. My star rating: 5 - I would be a regular customer 4 - would use again 3 - probably try a different business 2 - not very satisfied 1 - turnaround and run

Economy Locksmith

(141 reviews)

Let me add another five star review. We called Economy Locksmith midmorning and, by midafternoon…read morethe same day, we had an appointment. Hoon, the proprietor, began work immediately after returning with the necessary parts. He worked quickly and efficiently, and did a great job of replacing two locks on outdoor iron gates. He also was able to fix a couple of other exterior locks that we assumed he would have to disassemble, if not replace. His price was fair, considering the working time, travel, and parts cost that contributed to the bill. While we hope not to need a locksmith in the future, we'll call Economy Locksmith first if we do.

We called Economy Locksmith to rekey four house locks and a mailbox lock and they were able to come…read morethe very same day and got the job done efficiently and perfectly. Highly recommend!

Don's Key & Lock

4.0

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Don's Key & Lock knows their business and are happy to share that knowledge with their customers…read more The locking mechanism for my back door had been broken by exterminators in my house. When it looked as if it would need replacing, Dorian (at Don's Key & Lock) immediately knew the brand and where to get replacement parts. But first he offered to come to my house to confirm what the problem was. It turns out it was something he could -- and did -- fix. That is service I would go back for anytime.

Don's Key & Lock was wonderful to work with. I came in to replace a padlock , to find one that…read morewould survive outdoors at my local library garden and they went beyond expectations! Lisa

House Cleaning SF

(272 reviews)

Had a deep clean yesterday by House Cleaning SF and I could not be happier with the result. Great…read moreservice, and attention to detail, leave everything sparkling clean. This has been the best experience I've had with a cleaning service. Highly recommended!

I contacted this company for a deep cleaning quote for my bedroom and was initially given a quote…read more Afterward, I mentioned that I had already hired another cleaning company first but was unhappy because several areas were still left dirty, which is why I was looking for a better service. Once I disclosed that another company had already cleaned the room, I was told they do not like taking jobs previously cleaned by other companies and that I should ask the original cleaners to come back instead. The response honestly felt dismissive, and almost as if they no longer wanted the job because I had not chosen their company first. What confused me most is that the room still clearly needed cleaning regardless. It also left me wondering whether they would have accepted the job normally if I had simply never mentioned that another cleaner had already been there. I understand businesses can choose what work they take on, but the interaction felt unprofessional and disappointing after already discussing pricing and the scope of the cleaning.

Grey Matter Technical Services

(209 reviews)

I contacted them about an issue with the charging port on my laptop, and they immediately got back…read moreto me with super helpful information that solved my problem. Thank you!

Always excellent communication, excellent thorough work, and very fair prices.. I wouldn't go…read moreanywhere else!

Kamei Restaurant Supply

4.2

(458 reviews)

Best place to shop in the city for cookware, dishware, and anything kitchen related! Especially…read moreanything Asian like matcha bowls, teapots, etc. Everything is well priced and affordable, and they have aisles and aisles of stuff! I could easily spend over an hour walking through all the aisles to check everything out. Definitely worth checking out if you're looking for things for your kitchen or are nearby. Btw they are closed on Sundays.

Revisited Edition: There are thousands of restaurants operating throughout San Francisco. There is…read moreso much that goes into operating and running a restaurant especially in a city like San Francisco. Everybody talks about starting a restaurant or a cafe this is a good place to start whether it's in your own home kitchen selling plates or at a brick and mortar store front. Even if you want to play chef at home this is a place which has all the tools of the trade. On an Autumn stroll on Clement street there is a place which has the essentials to be top chef is Kamei Housewears & Restaurant Supply. Inside they have endless supplies to operate a restaurant. Inside you will see pots by the aisle along with rice cookers and tortilla flatteners. You will see lots of cooking pans along with storage bins. They have restaurant equipment and supplies for before , during , and after the fact. You will also see welcome floor mats of all kinds. It also feels like you are at a flower and plant store because they sell artificial plastic plants for home ,office , and restaurant decor.This is a good place to grab loose items you want replace like tongs and spoons. Go here if you're an inspiring Michelin chef or a novice in SF. Go to Clement in San Francisco and visit " Kamei" where you can find a "food tray", rice cookers, pots , kitchen knives and mugs made of ceramic "clay" and other restaurant essential supplies by the aisle on "display" It's a good place if you want to start restaurant because they have kitchenware and it's at a "bargain" and you can always raise the price to grow your profit " margin" and they also have a section which sells flowers to grow your "garden" and they also sell a butter dish so you can pass the "margarine"

Steven Adair MacDonald & Partners

4.7

(237 reviews)

They seemed very responsive and willing to engage. I will definitely consider therefore services…read moremoving forward..

Same thing has happened to me as with other potential clients?? I provided the information for them…read moreto verify no conflict of interest. Then I spent a lot of time preparing a summary of my case and then they decide not to take on the case based on being too busy? All attorneys caseloads full?? You'd think they would've told you that in the beginning that they can't take on new cases? This has happened with a couple of other law firms as well. And they won't give an answer Why?? This is very unprofessional. I asked if they could put me on a waitlist and they said no once they've not taken the case they don't take it in the future?? So there's some ulterior motive here? Then they referred me to a few people that left their firm and formed their own firm and they did the same thing?

First Tech Networks

(130 reviews)

Another good experience with First Tech Networks and John Jiang…read more He installed a Doorbird entry system for us a few years ago and it was malfunctioning. John responded to my emails on a Sunday evening and he even power-cycled the system for us, which temporarily restored functionality. John contacted Doorbird on our behalf; happily, Doorbird were able to make a remote fix for us.

As the building manager of a 25-unit condominium building, I…read morehighly recommend this company--particularly to other building managers and property professionals. Their combination of technical expertise and customer-focused service is exceptional; | doubt you could find a more qualified or responsive team. From start to finish, their professionalism, punctuality, and attention to detail were evident. They arrived precisely as scheduled and took the time to consult with us on optimal camera placement before completing a flawless installation of our new security camera system. The resulting video quality is exceptionally clear and sharp, exceeding our expectations. The entire experience was five-star in every respect. The only suggestion I would offer is to review your Wi-Fi upload capacity with them in advance to ensure the best system performance.

Life Remade

(55 reviews)

I reached out to Life Remade based on the Yelp reviews. I had been struggling with major life…read moreevents - death, loss of a friend, illness, lack of clarity on where I want to go or do in my life. One day, I reached out and was connected with Tess Zeito. Our first call was serendipitous - I knew at the end of the 30 minutes that we were meant to work together and meet. I started with the 8 weeks plan with the option to extend. I am finishing up my 8 weeks and I put in the work and stayed committed to working with Tess every week. I feel transformed, empowered and have so much clarity. I trusted the process and now am going to extend my time with Tess as there is more ground to cover, especially around professional development. I am so glad Tess is my life coach. She helped me transform and get out of a fear loop that was holding me back. I am beyond grateful to Tess. Thank you.

Leah is one of a kind! She is a true testament of an amazing life coach and it shows in her…read moreapproaches to help me with skills that I can keep developing for the rest of my life. She provides great tools and insight in all facets of my life in such a short amount of time (6 months). Before meeting Leah, I was lost and confused with my career, love life, and self worth. She helped nourish a certain part of me that I was always reluctant to feel and had a hard time in trusting in myself. She also empowered me to make the necessary changes and gave me the right tools to tackle all that problems that hindered my personal growth. She is extremely intuitive and empathetic in her methods of coaching and it made our sessions highly productive. I cannot thank her enough for the development and progress that I have made for the last six months. I highly recommend her to anyone that is having problems in any aspects of their life and are willing to change for the better. She has been a true blessing to my life and I am forever grateful for her.

Alphagraphics San Francisco Moscone

(25 reviews)

Andre from Alphagraphics helped me out in such a pinch!…read more I am so grateful and happy that I found them! Eddie :)

Truly the best print shop I've ever worked with. I am based on the East Coast and get faster…read moreservice with them than print shops local to me. I love their 15 mil PVC badges. Kana is amazing to work with. 10/10 recommend!!

Level 2 Productions

(54 reviews)

The photos from my event looked better than expected! Very easy to work with and delivered on time…read more Highly recommend

I've worked with Nick & Jared for three years now and they are incredibly talented and easy to work…read morewith! They are seasoned pros that always work to meet your vision while also providing their own insights to ensure that everything goes smoothly. You can tell that they really care about the end product and want you to walk away with the best possible version of your project. On top of that, they are very adaptable and easy-going when presented with challenges. They're really great at thinking on the fly and solving problems quickly. Truly can't recommend them highly enough!

Ibarra Brothers Printing

4.7

(77 reviews)

Ibarra Brothers Printing does not need another five-star review, but I'm writing one anyway because…read morethe level of customer service and product quality I just experienced is beyond anything I've ever experienced. I have a small, 18-pg. booklet that was made for me over 20 years ago -- so old that the file was in PageMaker! But the booklet has important family significance, so I wanted to make copies for my upcoming cousins' reunion dinner in Portland. Assuming that my file was useless, I thought I could at least have flat photocopies made. I could have gone to one of the chains, but ever since the pandemic, I've made it a point to keep my business needs -- not to mention my dollars -- local, because it's been sad to see many local businesses fail after Covid struck the city so badly. And as a long-time resident, San Francisco's financial health is important to me. Well there's a reason Ibarra Brothers Printing has been around for 40 years. And that reason is that they wrote the book on customer service. Jose patiently spent quite a bit of time with my old file. And as we sat at his computer, he ingeniously found a way to convert PageMaker to an updated printable version. The fonts and other formatting issues did not translate in the transition, but Jose took the time to manually and perfectly match the original. I'm pretty sure FedEx Office would have taken one look at my job and said NO WAY! I went into Ibarra Brothers on a Friday. Jose sent me two proofs over the weekend with just minor changes. I couldn't believe it when on Monday morning, I received an email saying that my booklets were ready! Not only did Jose and his team do a fantastic job of recreating my booklets, but they even made an extra copy and then give me a UBS with the new file on it. I can't tell you how thrilled I am with the incredible customer service, attention to detail, reasonable price, quality of printing, and super-speedy completion. On top of all that, Jose Ibarra is a very nice and kind man. People! Please keep your money local! And when you need something printed, please go to Ibarra Brothers. I guarantee you will be as happy as I am.

Was in a bit of a bind with some prints - ordered prints that were too big for the frames I bought…read more Got a quote for resizing to be about 100 each and was shocked! Ended up being recommended to check out Ibarra and had a memorable visit. Jose helped me out and was an absolute delight. I shared my problem and with no questions asked, started working on the problem. After resizing the prints perfectly, I was charged 4 bucks for each print resized (he even offered to charge me less, but I refused to pay less). An extremely pleasant experience that made my day!

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Vicky P.

6 months ago

I had three cassettes of recorded conversations with my late mother that I had forgotten about, along with another cassette of a concert recording from the 80's, that I found in my closet. I looked online for a local service to transfer the cassettes to digital files and found VMT. Robert responded to my inquiry quickly and provided excellent service. I was very pleased with the quality of the digital recordings and thought his fees were very reasonable. read more

Hendro S.

8 years ago

Quick and professional service !! Have 25 years old videotape converted to DVD and USB with still very good quality results. Highly Recommended read more

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(9 reviews)

Express Media is as professional as it gets! This team of skilled experts will bring quality and…read moreexcellence to your production on all levels. As an AV Tech it is always a great pleasure to work with Steve, Louie, Dave and they get the job done right every time! Call them up and they'll take care of ya!

We have been doing business with (rented from, contracted to and collaborated with) Express Media…read morefor over 20yrs. They are the best at what they do in SF, LA and beyond. Steve Barger (the owner) works tirelessly to stay on top of the ever changing technical landscape to ensure his clients have the best possible outcome. Louis Martinez (partner) and the other staff keep it all organized and on schedule. Their company structure allows them to flex with the scope of the client needs and keep within budgets. Results tell and based on the many clients that book them months (or years) in advance I would say they are doing something right. Oh and they are super easy and fun to work with.

Audio Video Workshop

(7 reviews)

Audio Visual Workshop have been transferring my out-of-print jazz LP's onto CD and now on my third…read morebatch of recordings they are neither cheap nor fast but the quality of their work is to the highest professional standards. there is almost no surface noise from the old vinyl and sound is very well balanced working on my fourth order now

I have had all kinds of media transferred to digital by Audio Visual Workshop and have been…read moreextremely pleased every time. My projects included home movies on film and video, reel to reel tape and LPs. Every time the results were great and the price reasonable. I much prefer this local service to sending my stuff off to who knows where to be digitized!

Digitek Printing