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Cheap Locksmiths in San Diego, CA — Best Prices
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As of June 2026, RatingsNearMe ranks 7 locksmiths in San Diego, CA by verified customer ratings and review volume. The highest-rated is Tc locksmith Inc with a 4.9-star rating from 1,575 verified reviews. Also in the top tier: Busy Bees Locks & Keys Locksmith San Diego and SOCAL LOCKSMITH La Jolla. The average rating across all listed locksmiths in San Diego is 4.8 stars from 723 reviews per business on average.
Locksmith services in San Diego: lockout service $75–$200; rekeying $100–$250; lock installation $150–$400.
Rankings updated June 1, 2026 · Scored by ratings (35%), review volume (30%), sentiment (20%), completeness (10%), availability (5%) · Not paid placement.
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4.8★
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Jun 1, 2026
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Top Rated Locksmiths
Tc locksmith Inc
6850 Mission Gorge Rd, San Diego, CA 92120, USA
Busy Bees Locks & Keys Locksmith San Diego
1747 Kettner Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
SOCAL LOCKSMITH La Jolla
2364 Torrey Pines Rd, La Jolla, CA 92037, USA
Locksmiths Rankings in San Diego, CA
| # | Business | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Tc locksmith Inc6850 Mission Gorge Rd, San Diego, CA 92120, USA | 4.9★ | 1,575 |
| #2 | Busy Bees Locks & Keys Locksmith San Diego1747 Kettner Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101, USA | 4.9★ | 1,545 |
| #3 | SOCAL LOCKSMITH La Jolla2364 Torrey Pines Rd, La Jolla, CA 92037, USA | 5.0★ | 464 |
| #4 | El Cheapo 24 Hour Mobile Locksmith & Road Services3026 Midway Dr Suite H, San Diego, CA 92110, USA | 4.8★ | 226 |
| #5 | Sam's Locksmith San Diego9480 Mira Mesa Blvd Ste. B, San Diego, CA 92126, USA | 5.0★ | 308 |
| #6 | The Key Crew Locksmith3501 Adams Ave Suite B, San Diego, CA 92116, USA | 4.8★ | 900 |
| #7 | EveryDay Locksmith - San Diego CA1111 Sixth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA | 4.4★ | 42 |
Ranked by verified ratings & review volume · Data from Google Business listings · Updated June 2026
All Locksmiths in San Diego
El Cheapo 24 Hour Mobile Locksmith & Road Services
3026 Midway Dr Suite H, San Diego, CA 92110, USA
Sam's Locksmith San Diego
9480 Mira Mesa Blvd Ste. B, San Diego, CA 92126, USA
EveryDay Locksmith - San Diego CA
1111 Sixth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
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Frequently Asked Questions — Locksmiths in San Diego
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Licensing requirements vary by trade and state. For most home service contractors, CA requires both a state license and liability insurance. Always ask any contractor for proof of current insurance and a copy of their license number before work begins — you can verify most licenses on your state licensing board's website.
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Every locksmiths on RatingsNearMe is scored transparently: star rating (35%), review volume (30%), customer sentiment (20%), profile completeness (10%), and availability (5%). Businesses labeled exclusive or premium are Featured Partners — they have paid for enhanced visibility but must still rank through real customer reviews. We cap sponsored boosts so bad businesses can never buy the top spot.
Editorial notice: Ratings are based on publicly available data from Google Business listings. Consumers should independently verify licensing, insurance, and credentials before hiring any service provider. Last updated: June 1, 2026.
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