Alex Lock & Key

I got a house key duplicated for $ 1.50 and was in and out in less than 5 minutes. I came in 15 minutes before closing (5:30pm) and was worried Alex would be too busy but he helped me right away. Tested the key on my door and it works perfectly. Would recommend this place over Home Depot or Walmart. Get it right the first time.

I got locked out of my car 3 weeks ago in chino hills and I waited for 3 hours with my friends. It cost me 180 (outrageous). So when it happened today I was looking for alternatives. I don’t have AAA so I tried looking for someone I knew that had a membership. Everyone had expired ones. I tried registering myself but there is a 24 hour waiting period for new registrants (of course). I call Alex and he’s there in 5 minutes (granted I was already in Artesia. He gave a very (so much so) affordable quote and I was in my car within 10 minutes of that call.

Alex has been here for at least ten years. Had an old car key duplicated for $ 4. While that is a tad more, (I can get it for less at other locksmiths, and much less at walmart), he does a good job. His keys don’t get get stuck like when I’ve duplicated them at other locksmiths and always move smoothly in the lock. If you’re going to be sticking a key into a lock hundreds or thousands of times, it’s probably worth sparing yourself the stress of extra exertion when you try to turn a key.
To be fair, if you don’t care about quality, and want a cheaper key you can take a chance going to another local place. However, Alex has experience. In the past I’ve had him replace a few older keys too, and the duplicated one would often be smoother than the worn one. That’s why if I had a major problem with a lock I’d personally prefer this locksmith. After all, my family have also trusted his place all these years.
One thing to note if you want to visit is that since he works alone, his shop can be closed at random times. Maybe there’s a doorbell? Or perhaps you need to call first to make sure? I never figured that one out.

Awesome service. He’s quick and reliable. The prices are reasonable for house calls. He answered my call late at night and helped me with a smile on his face even though it was 2am!
Ever since that incident he has been my go to locksmith! Great service and a gentlemen… He did’t try to rip me off or add mileage fees for his help. Then again, I am kind of close to his place of business.
I definitely suggest your careful with your keys, but if not call this place!

We went to Home Depot to get duplicate of normal house keys. Took them home… try them in the lock, could not open the lock. Went to Alex L&K, get the same key duplicated… Works perfectly. Thanks Alex L&K.

My two year old locked herself in a downstairs bedroom. Of course it’s a day that’s husband is at work! So I try every way to open the door and even call my dad over. No luck!!! Hearing my crying toddler behind the door is driving me crazy!!! Despite the questionable reviews I call Alex lock and key. He arrived in under 10 minutes and the door was opened in less than 3!!! And the price??? $ 60! I was more than impressed. The owner let me know that there might be another business out there using his name… so Unilocalers have faith that Alex lock and key will come through!
1000% satisfied!

My roommate got locked out of her room one night and we both tried in vain to unlock the door. We watched clips on YouTube on how to pick a lock! We tried a wire hanger, knife, credit card, and bobby pins but to no avail. We gave up and she called a locksmith. The operator quoted her $ 35 just for the service guy to come to the house and a starting rate of $ 29. The fees would go up depending on the type of lock and the difficulty. Well, the guy showed up almost an hour later and he unlocked her door in less than 30 seconds. The charge: $ 100! How does the rate jump from $ 29 to $ 65?! She didn’t have a choice though. It was already 10pm and she needed to get into her room. But, seriously what a rip off!
Well, we both learned that we would make terrible burglars!

We have used Alex twice in the past 4 years. Even though this is a one person company, he does a decent job putting in new locks at our work. Our lock wasn’t expensive but the service was another $ 75. So be prepared to pay at least $ 100 if you call him. If you drive by his location on South, he is never there. Just try calling the number listed here and it will reach his cell. He will ask for directions and most likely will call you back for it again. His warranty on his work is only 30 days but I do wish he makes it at least 90 days.