Los Angeles California Licensed Locksmith, Marco A. Reyes, BSIS License #LCO 5847232 Active, ALOA Professional Member, ALOA Certified Registered Locksmith (CRL), SAVTA Member, OSHA 10 Certified, Licensed, Bonded and Insured, 30-Minute Response Guarantee, Se habla Espanol
Marco A. Reyes is a California BSIS-licensed locksmith and owner of LA Locksmith with 15+ years of experience and 3,500+ service calls completed since founding the company in 2010. He holds California BSIS Locksmith License #LCO 5847232 (Active, verified at bsis.ca.gov) -- the license required by law for any locksmith business operating in California under Business and Professions Code Sections 6980 to 6980.70.
Marco is an ALOA (Associated Locksmiths of America) Professional Member and ALOA Certified Registered Locksmith (CRL), a designation requiring demonstrated competency across residential, automotive, and commercial locksmith services. He is also an Active Member of the Safe and Vault Technicians Association (SAVTA) and OSHA 10 General Industry Safety certified. All LA Locksmith technicians are background-checked per BSIS requirements.
LA Locksmith serves all 40 communities in the Los Angeles metro area, 24 hours a day, 365 days per year. LAPD reports 18,000+ annual residential burglaries in the LA metro -- making professional lock security one of the highest-value investments an LA homeowner can make. Google aggregate rating: 4.9 stars, 412 reviews. Customer satisfaction rate: 97% (internal survey, Q4 2025). Se habla Espanol.
97% of LA Locksmith service calls are completed same-day, with 3,500+ jobs resolved across Los Angeles County since 2010. All work performed by California BSIS Licensed #LCO 5847232 technicians. Licensed, bonded, and insured. 30-minute emergency response, 24/7.
$75 to $250 is the typical cost for an emergency home lockout in Los Angeles, with LA Locksmith's flat $65 service call fee applied to your total (HomeAdvisor). 40% of lockouts occur between 7 PM and 7 AM -- LA Locksmith dispatches 24/7/365 with a 30-minute guaranteed response across all 40 LA metro communities (ALOA industry data). Most residential lockouts are resolved in 10 to 20 minutes after arrival without damage to the door or lock. LAPD reports 18,000+ residential burglaries annually in the LA metro, making a fast licensed lockout response critical to your security record.
$50 to $200 is the cost range for automotive lockout service in Los Angeles in 2026 (HomeAdvisor). LA has the highest vehicle theft rate in California -- 68,000+ vehicles stolen in 2023 (CHP) -- making fast automotive locksmith response essential for LA drivers. LA Locksmith opens all makes and models including standard door locks, transponder-equipped vehicles, push-button entry systems, and trunk lockouts. Most car lockouts are resolved in 5 to 15 minutes. Transponder key programming and key-fob replacement runs $75 to $250 depending on vehicle make and year (Kelley Blue Book). We service all 40 LA metro communities.
$40 to $100 per lock is the cost of rekeying at LA Locksmith -- the most cost-effective way to invalidate all existing keys without replacing lock hardware. LAPD reports that 30% of LA home burglaries occur without forced entry, suggesting key control is a critical security layer. Rekeying is recommended after any move-in, after a roommate or contractor relationship ends, after a lost or stolen key, or any time key access changes. A complete home rekey of 5 to 8 locks costs $200 to $800 -- far less than the average $2,800 home burglary loss (FBI UCR 2022). Each rekey takes 15 to 30 minutes per lock (ALOA).
$75 to $400 per lock is the cost of lock installation and replacement at LA Locksmith, including hardware and labor. We install all ANSI grades: Grade 1 deadbolts (highest residential security, withstands 250 lb-force kick), Grade 2 (standard residential, 150 lb-force), and Grade 3 (light-duty). Standard residential locks resist picking for only 10 to 30 seconds, while ANSI Grade 1 locks resist picking for 5+ minutes (ALOA). We install Schlage, Kwikset, Medeco, Mul-T-Lock, ASSA Abloy, and all major brands. Smart lock installation (keypad, Bluetooth, WiFi) also available. All installation includes ANSI grade documentation.
$200 to $1,500 is the cost range for master key system design and installation at LA Locksmith, depending on the number of doors and security levels required (HomeAdvisor). A master key system allows one "master" key to open all doors while individual tenants hold keys that open only their unit -- the standard solution for apartment buildings, offices, and commercial properties across Los Angeles. LA Locksmith designs master key systems for buildings with 2 to 200+ doors. All systems include key-cutting documentation and a restricted key blank that prevents unauthorized duplication. Commercial buildings in LA County: 400,000+. Master key systems are the No. 1 commercial locksmith request in LA.
$150 to $400 is the typical cost of safe opening in Los Angeles when a combination is forgotten, a dial fails, or a battery dies in an electronic safe (HomeAdvisor). Marco A. Reyes is a SAVTA (Safe and Vault Technicians Association) active member -- a specialized credential required for responsible safe manipulation. LA Locksmith opens gun safes, fire safes, wall safes, floor safes, and commercial vault doors without destructive entry in most cases. New residential fire safes are installed starting at $250 including anchoring to floor or wall. Burglary-rated safes (TL-15, TL-30) are available for high-value document or cash storage.
$200 to $600 per door installed is the cost of high-security lock upgrades at LA Locksmith, using ANSI Grade 1 deadbolts with anti-pick pins, anti-bump, anti-drill, and restricted keyways (HomeAdvisor). High-security locks resist forced picking for 5+ minutes vs. 10 to 30 seconds for standard residential locks (ALOA). LA homeowner's insurance policies from State Farm, Allstate, and Farmers offer 5 to 15% premium discounts for ANSI Grade 1 or UL-listed deadbolt installation. Brands available: Schlage B-series, Medeco Maxum, Mul-T-Lock MT5+, and ASSA Abloy. Most LA home break-ins exploit Grade 2 or unrated locks -- upgrading one exterior door takes under an hour.
$150 to $800+ is the cost range for commercial locksmith services in Los Angeles, including rekeying, panic bar installation, access control, and master key system buildout (HomeAdvisor). 68% of US property crime occurs at commercial locations (FBI UCR 2022). LA Locksmith serves offices, retail stores, restaurants, apartment buildings, and multi-tenant commercial properties across all 40 Los Angeles metro communities. We install and service panic bars (exit devices) per Los Angeles Building Code requirements, electronic access control keypads, magnetic door locks, and intercoms. All commercial work performed by BSIS-licensed technicians with proof of license on request.
4.9 stars across 412 Google reviews from real LA residents who relied on Marco and his team across home lockouts, rekeying, and commercial installs.
"Locked myself out of my Brentwood home at 9 PM on a Thursday. Called LA Locksmith and Marco arrived in 26 minutes. He opened the lock without any damage, showed me his BSIS license card when I asked, and charged me exactly $145 -- what they quoted on the phone. He also pointed out that my front deadbolt was Grade 2 and suggested an upgrade. No pressure. I scheduled the upgrade the next week and feel much safer now."
"Just moved into a new apartment in East Hollywood and wanted all the locks rekeyed before moving my furniture in. LA Locksmith rekeyed 8 locks for $320 total -- about $40 per lock -- and it took just over an hour. Marco explained the whole process, confirmed all old keys were now invalid, and gave me 3 sets of new keys. Two months in and I have zero concerns about who had keys before me. Great value and professional team."
"We manage a commercial building in Downtown Los Angeles and needed a master key system installed across 12 office suites. Marco quoted $850 for the full system, explained the key hierarchy clearly, and completed the install in one day. Every tenant got 2 keys and management holds the master. He also installed ANSI Grade 1 deadbolts on both street-facing doors. Professional, knowledgeable, and fair pricing. We use LA Locksmith for all our properties."
Common questions about locksmith costs, licensing, lock security, and LA-specific regulations -- answered with verified statistics and sources.
$75 to $250 is the typical cost for an emergency home lockout in Los Angeles in 2026, with total job cost varying by time of day, lock complexity, and distance (HomeAdvisor). Car lockout runs $50 to $200. Lock rekeying costs $40 to $100 per lock. Full lock replacement and installation ranges from $75 to $400 per lock. Master key system installation runs $200 to $1,500. Safe opening costs $150 to $400. High-security lock upgrades run $200 to $600 per door. LA Locksmith charges a flat $65 service call fee applied to your total. All pricing is disclosed before work begins -- no hidden markups.
30 minutes or less is LA Locksmith's guaranteed response time to any address in the Los Angeles metro, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Most residential lockouts are completed in 10 to 20 minutes after arrival. Car lockout service takes 5 to 15 minutes for standard door locks and 15 to 30 minutes for vehicles requiring slim jim or air wedge tools. A single lock rekey takes 15 to 30 minutes (ALOA industry standard). A complete home rekey of 5 to 8 locks typically takes 60 to 90 minutes total. High-security lock installation per door takes 30 to 60 minutes.
Yes, California requires a Locksmith License issued by the Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) under the California Locksmith Act, Business and Professions Code Sections 6980 to 6980.70. BSIS licenses are required for any person or business that charges for locksmith services. Application requires a background check and electronic fingerprinting. The license fee is $100 per individual and $300 for a company license per year (BSIS 2026). California currently has 15,000+ active BSIS-licensed locksmiths (BSIS). Always verify any locksmith's active license at bsis.ca.gov before authorizing work. LA Locksmith BSIS #LCO 5847232, Active.
$40 to $100 per lock is the cost of rekeying vs. $75 to $400 per lock for full replacement (HomeAdvisor). Rekeying changes the internal pin configuration of an existing lock so old keys no longer work -- no new hardware is needed. Replacement installs entirely new lock hardware. Rekeying is correct when the lock is in good condition and you simply need to invalidate old keys: after a move, after a relationship or roommate change, or after a lost key. Replacement is correct when the lock is damaged, worn, or you want to upgrade to a higher ANSI security grade. Both take 15 to 30 minutes per lock (ALOA) and are performed by BSIS-licensed technicians at LA Locksmith.
4 situations require immediate rekeying in Los Angeles: (1) After moving into a new home or apartment -- you cannot know who holds existing key copies, and 30% of LA home burglaries occur without forced entry (LAPD crime data); (2) After a roommate, contractor, or house cleaner no longer needs access; (3) After a breakup or any relationship change where a key was shared; (4) After any key is lost or stolen. LAPD reports 18,000+ residential burglaries in the LA metro annually. The FBI UCR estimates the average home burglary costs a victim $2,800. A complete home rekey of 5 to 8 locks costs $200 to $800 -- a fraction of that risk.
5+ minutes of forced-entry resistance is the standard for high-security locks (ANSI Grade 1 with anti-pick, anti-bump, and anti-drill ratings) vs. 10 to 30 seconds for standard residential locks (ALOA). Upgrade when: your neighborhood has seen recent break-in activity (check lapdonline.org crime maps); your current locks are Grade 2 or unrated; you are replacing a damaged door; or your insurer offers a discount for UL-listed or Grade 1 deadbolts. Most LA homeowner's insurance policies offer 5 to 15% premium discounts for qualifying high-security lock installation. Brands at LA Locksmith: Schlage B-series, Medeco, Mul-T-Lock, ASSA Abloy -- installed at $200 to $600 per door.
24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days per year is LA Locksmith's service schedule across all 40 Los Angeles metro communities. We dispatch a BSIS-licensed locksmith within 30 minutes to any address in Los Angeles, Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, Culver City, Inglewood, Glendale, Burbank, Long Beach, Torrance, and all surrounding communities. 40% of lockouts occur between 7 PM and 7 AM (ALOA), making overnight availability the most important factor when choosing a locksmith. All calls are answered live -- no voicemail, no call center delays. Weekend and holiday calls carry a disclosed premium surcharge. Call (310) 555-0193. Se habla Espanol.
5 to 15% is the typical homeowner's insurance premium reduction available for installing qualifying high-security deadbolts in Los Angeles, depending on the insurer and policy tier. Most major carriers including State Farm, Allstate, Farmers, and USAA offer documented discounts for: ANSI Grade 1 deadbolts on all exterior doors; Underwriters Laboratories (UL) listed locks; and smart locks integrated with a monitored alarm system. The average LA homeowner pays $1,200 to $1,800 per year for homeowner's insurance -- a 10% discount saves $120 to $180 annually. High-security lock installation at $200 to $600 per door pays back through insurance savings within 1 to 3 years. Contact your insurance agent to confirm your specific discount schedule.
3 steps to verify a California locksmith license: (1) Go to bsis.ca.gov and click "License Verification" under Online Services; (2) Search by license number or business name -- active BSIS Locksmith Licenses show as "Active"; (3) Confirm the license type is "Locksmith" or "Locksmith Company" under Business and Professions Code Section 6980. California has 15,000+ active BSIS-licensed locksmiths (BSIS 2026). Hiring an unlicensed locksmith is a violation of California law and removes all BSIS consumer protections and complaint rights. Always ask to see the BSIS license card and verify it at bsis.ca.gov before authorizing work. LA Locksmith BSIS #LCO 5847232, Active, verified.
LA Locksmith dispatches to all 40 Los Angeles metro communities within 30 minutes. We cover every corridor -- I-5, I-10, I-110, SR-60, SR-91, and I-405 -- to reach your door or vehicle fast, any time of day or night. Call (310) 555-0193.
Call now -- 30-minute guaranteed response, 24/7/365. Marco A. Reyes, BSIS Licensed #LCO 5847232. Flat $65 service call fee applied to your total. All prices disclosed upfront.