Question 1

What is Top Locksmith Lafayette?

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Top Locksmith Lafayette is a licensed, bonded, and insured family-owned locksmith company serving Lafayette, CA and 38 East Bay cities. We provide residential, commercial, automotive, and 24/7 emergency locksmith services.

Question 2

Are you licensed and insured in California?

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Yes. We are fully licensed (LCO 6972), bonded, and insured in the state of California. We carry all required credentials for residential, commercial, and automotive locksmith work.

Question 3

What cities do you serve?

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We serve 38 East Bay cities including Lafayette, Walnut Creek, Orinda, Moraga, Danville, Alamo, Pleasant Hill, Concord, Martinez, Berkeley, Oakland, Fremont, Livermore, Pleasanton, Dublin, San Ramon, and more.

Question 4

Do you offer senior or military discounts?

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Yes. We offer discounts for seniors and active or veteran military personnel. Mention it when you call and we will apply the discount to your service.

Question 5

How do I know I can trust your locksmith?

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All our technicians are background-checked, licensed, and insured. We are a family-owned, locally operated business highly rated on Google, Yelp, Thumbtack, and Nextdoor with hundreds of 5-star reviews from local customers.

Question 6

Are you available 24 hours a day?

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Yes. We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year — including nights, weekends, and holidays. There is no extra charge for after-hours or weekend calls.

Question 7

How fast can a locksmith get to me in Lafayette?

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We typically arrive within 20–30 minutes anywhere in Lafayette and the surrounding East Bay cities. We are an on-demand locksmith — call and we dispatch immediately.

Question 8

Do you charge extra for emergency calls at night?

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No. We charge flat rates with no after-hours surcharge. The price you hear on the phone is the price you pay.

Question 9

What should I do if I am locked out of my house?

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Call us at 925-344-4014. Stay in a safe, well-lit area if possible. We will dispatch a technician immediately and arrive within 20–30 minutes.

Question 10

What if I am locked out of my car at night?

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Call 925-344-4014 any time. We handle car lockouts 24/7 and will come to your location — parking lot, roadside, or home.

Question 11

Can you rekey my locks when I move into a new home?

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Yes. Rekeying is the most affordable way to secure a new home. We rekey all your locks so previous keys no longer work, usually in under an hour. We work with Kwikset, Schlage, Baldwin, Weiser, and all major brands.

Question 12

What is the difference between rekeying and replacing a lock?

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Rekeying changes the internal pins so a new key works — it is cheaper and faster. Replacing means installing a brand-new lock, which is recommended when the lock is damaged or you want to upgrade to a high-security lock like Medeco or Mul-T-Lock.

Question 13

Do you install smart locks and keypad locks?

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Yes. We install and program smart locks, keypad locks, WiFi locks, Bluetooth locks, fingerprint door locks, and digital door locks from all major brands including Schlage, Kwikset, Yale, August, and Ultraloq.

Question 14

Can you open my door without damaging it?

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Yes. We use professional non-destructive entry techniques to open your door without damaging the lock, door, or frame in the vast majority of cases.

Question 15

Can you replace a mortise lock on my older home?

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Yes — we replace and repair mortise locks on older homes and doors, including Baldwin, Corbin Russwin, and Schlage mortise hardware.

Question 16

Do you install window locks and childproofing locks?

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Yes — we install window locks, sliding door locks, and childproof door locks to secure every entry point in your home.

Question 17

Can you install a peephole on my front door?

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Yes — we install standard and wide-angle peepholes on any residential door. Quick, same-day service available.

Question 18

How much does it cost to rekey a house in Lafayette?

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Call 925-344-4014 for an upfront quote. We provide flat-rate pricing with no hidden fees before any work begins.

Question 19

Can you make a car key without the original?

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Yes. We can cut and program a new key using your vehicle's VIN number, even if you have no original key to copy.

Question 20

Do you program transponder keys and key fobs?

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Yes. We program transponder chip keys, remote key fobs, and push-to-start smart keys for all makes and models.

Question 21

Is it cheaper to use a locksmith than a dealership for car keys?

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Yes — typically 30–50% less than dealership prices, and we come to you so there is no towing required.

Question 22

What car brands do you service?

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We service all makes and models including Toyota, Honda, Ford, Chevrolet, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Audi, Nissan, Hyundai, Kia, Jeep, Ram, Tesla, and more.

Question 23

Can you fix a key stuck in the ignition?

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Yes. We diagnose and repair ignition cylinder issues, extract stuck or broken keys, and replace ignition cylinders on-site.

Question 24

Do you handle commercial lockouts for businesses?

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Yes. We respond to commercial lockouts 24/7 for offices, retail stores, warehouses, and any business property in Lafayette and the East Bay.

Question 25

Can you install a master key system for my business?

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Yes. We design and install master key systems that give different levels of access to different employees — ideal for offices, apartment buildings, and multi-unit properties. We use Corbin Russwin, Medeco, and Mul-T-Lock hardware.

Question 26

Do you install access control systems?

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Yes. We install keypad, card reader, biometric, and electronic access control systems for businesses of all sizes, including ASSA-Abloy and HID systems.

Question 27

Can you rekey my office after an employee leaves?

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Absolutely. We recommend rekeying or changing access codes any time an employee with key access leaves your company.

Question 28

Do you install panic bars and exit devices?

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Yes. We install and service panic bars, push bars, and exit devices for commercial doors to meet fire code requirements.

Question 29

Do you perform eviction lock changes?

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Yes — we perform landlord-authorized eviction lock changes same day throughout Contra Costa and Alameda Counties. Call 925-344-4014 to schedule.

Question 30

Can you open a safe I am locked out of?

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Yes — we provide professional safe cracking, safe opening, and safe unlocking services for all types including combination, digital, biometric, and key-lock safes. We open SentrySafe, Liberty, Gardall, Fort Knox, and all major brands.

Question 31

Can you replace a mailbox lock for my apartment building?

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Yes — we replace mailbox locks for apartment buildings, offices, and commercial properties. Same-day service available.

Question 32

Do you replace file cabinet and cabinet locks?

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Yes — we install and replace file cabinet locks, storage cabinet locks, and office cabinet hardware on the spot.

Question 33

Can you replace a garage door lock?

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Yes — we replace and repair garage door locks, side door locks, and garage entry locks for residential and commercial properties.

Question 34

Do you install window locks and sliding door locks?

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Yes — we install window locks, sliding door locks, and secondary security hardware to secure every entry point in your home or business.

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