Let's be honest - most people don't think about locksmiths until they absolutely have to. And when that moment comes, you don't just need a locksmith - you need someone who knows what they're doing, gets there fast, and actually helps without giving you the runaround.
That's exactly what we do at 24 Hour Locksmith Oakland.
We've been serving Oakland and the surrounding areas for over two decades, helping people get back inside their homes, rekey locks, replace lost car keys, and secure businesses. Whether you're locked out at midnight, need to upgrade your home security, or have a commercial property that requires stronger access control, we handle it all.
So, let's break it down - what services we offer, how we do it, and why people trust us.
It happens. Maybe you stepped outside for a second, and the door locked behind you. Maybe your keys are sitting in your car, and you can see them but can't get to them.
Or maybe - our personal favorite - you have a key, but your lock just refuses to turn because it decided today was the day to break.
We handle every type of lockout you can imagine:
A woman in Rockridge called us in her socks, standing outside her apartment complex.
She stepped out to grab the mail, and the door shut behind her - no phone, no keys, just her and the cold pavement.
She borrowed a neighbor's phone, called us, and in 15 minutes, we had her back inside, no damage to the lock, no stress.
Pro Tip: If you live in an apartment, always keep a spare key with a trusted neighbor or a lockbox hidden nearby. If that's not an option, give us a call - we're always ready to help.
Your home isn't just where you live - it's where you keep everything that matters. Whether you need better locks, rekeying, or a total security upgrade, we make sure your home stays safe, secure, and protected.
A guy in Temescal called us because his old roommate kept showing up uninvited. Turns out, he had made a copy of the key before moving out.
We rekeyed every lock in his apartment, gave him a new set of keys, and just like that - the problem was solved.
Lesson? If someone had a key to your place but shouldn't anymore, rekey your locks ASAP.
Losing your car keys or having your key fob stop working is stressful - especially if you're nowhere near home.
But here's the thing: you don't have to go to the dealership.
A mom in Montclair Village called us, completely stressed out.
She had just finished loading groceries into her SUV, when her toddler grabbed her keys and threw them into the trunk.
She closed the trunk... and realized the doors were locked.
We got there in 15 minutes, unlocked the car, and saved both her keys and her groceries.
Pro Tip: If you drive a push-to-start car, keep a backup key inside a magnetic key box under the car. It could save you a lot of stress.
If you run a business, security isn't optional - it's a must.
We handle everything from lock changes to full security system upgrades for offices, retail stores, warehouses, and apartment buildings.
A restaurant owner in Jack London Square called us in a full panic - his manager lost the only master key to the building.
Inside? Thousands of dollars in inventory, confidential paperwork, and expensive equipment.
We showed up that night, rekeyed all the locks, and set up a new master key system so this would never happen again.
When you need a locksmith near me, you don't want someone who takes forever, makes up random prices, or barely knows how to open a door.
You want us - the locksmiths Oakland trusts.