Emergency locksmith services: what they cover and how they help
What an emergency locksmith actually does: home and car lockouts, broken keys, failed smart locks and break-in repairs, plus how to choose one in Millbrae.
Emergency locksmith in Millbrae, CA
Late-night lockouts, a snapped key or a door damaged in a break-in all need attention now. The phone line is answered every day and night, and a dispatcher will tell you the expected cost and current availability.
- Phones answered every day
- Price quoted before work
- Major credit cards
Urgent problems we take calls for
- Home, car and office lockouts, including trunks
- Keys locked inside a vehicle
- Broken keys stuck in a lock or ignition
- Locks damaged in a break-in or attempted break-in
- Roadside ignition repair
- File cabinet and safe opening
- Rekeying or replacing locks after keys are lost or stolen
- Eviction lock changes
What happens when you call
- Describe the problem. Tell the dispatcher what is locked, where you are and whether anyone is in danger.
- Get an estimate. You'll hear the $29.00 service call fee and an approximate labor range based on your description.
- Locksmith arrives. Expect to show ID and proof that you live at the address or own the vehicle.
- Confirm the price. The locksmith inspects the lock and confirms the price before starting.
If a child, pet or vulnerable person is locked inside a car or home and in danger, call 911 first.
After a break-in
Once police have been called and the scene is safe, a locksmith can secure the door so you aren't left with a broken lock overnight. That might mean repairing the strike plate, replacing the cylinder or fitting a deadbolt. It is also a good time to rekey every exterior lock in case keys were taken. Read more about common locksmith emergencies.
FAQ
Common questions
Is there an extra charge for nights or weekends?
The old site stated there is no extra charge for nightly work or holidays. Confirm the estimate with the dispatcher when you call.
How quickly can a locksmith arrive?
It depends on the time of day, traffic and how many calls are waiting. The dispatcher will give you the current estimate when you call.
What should I do while I wait?
Stay somewhere safe and well lit, keep your phone charged, and have ID ready. Don't try to force the lock, which can raise the repair cost.
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Need a locksmith in Millbrae?
Call for an estimate. A dispatcher answers every day and quotes the service call fee up front.