Frequently Asked Questions

Our starts at $49. The final price depends on your vehicle type and lock complexity. We always provide an upfront quote before starting any work — no hidden fees, guaranteed.

Yes! Our technicians can create a brand new key for your vehicle even if all keys are lost. We carry professional-grade key cutting machines and transponder programmers for all 32 car brands and 380+ models. See our service for details.

Our average response time across all 82+ service cities is 15 to 25 minutes. We strategically position mobile units throughout Los Angeles, Ventura, and Santa Barbara counties so the nearest available technician is always close to your location.

We service all 32 major car brands sold in America — from Toyota and Honda to BMW, Mercedes, Tesla, and everything in between. Each brand has specific key types and programming requirements, and our technicians are trained and equipped for all of them.

We accept cash, all major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Discover), debit cards, and Apple Pay / Google Pay. Payment is collected after the work is completed and you’ve verified everything works.

starts at $19 per lock cylinder. This is the most affordable way to change your locks when moving into a new home — existing hardware stays, only the internal pins change so old keys no longer work.

Absolutely. We install and configure all major smart lock brands including Yale, August, Schlage Encode, and Kwikset Halo. See our service. We’ll help you choose the right lock and set up the phone app.

Yes — starts at $59 including hardware. We carry Grade 1, 2, and 3 deadbolts from Schlage, Kwikset, Medeco, and Mul-T-Lock. We recommend Grade 1 for maximum security.

Yes. Locksmith HQ 24/7 is fully licensed through the California Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS), bonded, and insured. Every technician we dispatch carries their license and can provide it upon request. Your property is protected.

No. Our pricing is the same 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. The price you’re quoted at 3 AM is the same price you’d pay at 3 PM. No holiday surcharges, no overtime fees, no surprises.

We serve 82+ cities across three California counties: Los Angeles County, Ventura County, and Santa Barbara County. From Malibu to Pasadena, Santa Barbara to Simi Valley — if you’re in our coverage area, we can reach you in 15-25 minutes.