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Need a locksmith in San Jose? Describe the lock and the problem, and we'll look for an independent pro nearby.

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Common problems

  • Lost keys or just moved in
  • Key stuck or broken in the lock
  • Door won't latch

Services

  • Home lockouts
  • Smart lock installation
  • Deadbolt installation

If it's urgent: If anyone is at risk behind a locked door, 911 comes first.

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1. What needs fixing?

2. Where are you?

3. What's going on?

4. Pick a day

6. Your info

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We accept Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Discover, Apple Pay, Google Pay, Zelle and Venmo.

Repair payment is made to your pro.

Repairs come with a 30-day warranty on parts and labor from the company that does the work. If the same problem comes back, call us and we'll get them back out.

VendorReach is a matchmaker: we connect you with an independent local pro, who does the work and stands behind it with the 30-day warranty. We are not the contractor. Terms

Nothing is charged today. Your request goes straight to a pro, who will contact you about the visit.

Signs you should call

Things people in San Jose often describe:

  • Locked out of the house
  • Lost keys or just moved in
  • Key stuck or broken in the lock

San Jose homes, up close

Willow Glen and the Rose Garden have many older bungalows and Spanish Revival houses. Much of the city was orchard land that turned into tract housing from the 1950s through the 1970s.

Mineta San José International Airport sits just north of Downtown. Homes that have changed hands a few times may have a mix of brands, and keying every door alike is a common request. San José is the largest city in Northern California by population.

Winter dampness can swell wood doors, so a lock that worked in summer may stick by January. The hills east of the city turn gold by early summer.

Who handles what in San Jose

California licenses locksmiths through the Bureau of Security and Investigative Services. Ask the locksmith for identification and a written estimate before work begins. Keep any receipt that lists the work done and the parts used, in case a lock or key gives trouble later.

Most of San José gets water from San Jose Water, a private company, while some areas are served by San José Municipal Water or Great Oaks Water. Your bill shows which one you have. The Regional Wastewater Facility is one of the largest advanced treatment plants in the western United States. Wastewater from homes here goes to the San José-Santa Clara Regional Wastewater Facility, and permits run through the City of San José Planning, Building and Code Enforcement department. The Hayward and Calaveras faults run along the east side of the valley.

How we connect you

  1. Tell us your ZIP code and what's happening.
  2. A locksmith with openings near San Jose gets the details.
  3. The pro contacts you, and nothing happens until you agree.

Before the visit

Count how many doors and locks you want rekeyed so the locksmith can bring enough pins and blanks.

Check whether anything is still under a manufacturer or builder warranty.

Common questions

Will a locksmith need proof I live here?

Usually, yes. Expect to show ID or other proof of residence. This protects you too, since it keeps a stranger from talking a locksmith into opening your door.

Do locksmiths handle mailbox locks?

Many do. If your mailbox is in a cluster box, the post office or property manager may need to approve the change.

Is there anything local about locksmith service in San Jose?

Cambrian, Blossom Valley and Evergreen are full of ranch homes with attached garages. Japantown is one of only a few remaining historic Japantowns in the country. The Guadalupe River runs north through Downtown toward the Bay. Those details help the locksmith plan the visit.

Do you cover Rose Garden and Cambrian?

Our network reaches Rose Garden, Japantown, Blossom Valley and Alum Rock and the rest of San Jose (95002, 95013, 95110, 95111, 95112 and others). Tell us about a gate code, a tight driveway or a dog in the yard so the pro can plan. If nobody's available, we'll tell you.

Where do permits come from in San Jose?

San Jose permits come from the City of San José Planning, Building and Code Enforcement department. Ask the locksmith before work starts whether a permit applies to your job.

Write down any error codes, noises or smells. Details like that speed things up.

Service area

Serving about a 50-mile radius from San Jose, depending on which independent pros are available. ZIPs: 95002, 95013, 95110, 95111, 95112, 95113, 95116, 95117, 95118, 95119, 95120, 95121, 95122, 95123, 95124, 95125, 95126, 95127, 95128, 95129, 95130, 95131, 95132, 95133, 95134, 95136, 95138, 95139, 95148

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