About Us

We are certified, bonded and insured locksmiths serving the San Diego North County area as well as the southern area of Riverside County.

The company was started in 1986 in Vista, California when the founder recognized the need for a full-service locksmith in their community. Since then, American Locks & Keys has grown to become a highly respected and technically formidable business in and around the area it primarily serves.

Our fully-equipped shop is located in Vista and we also have mobile service vans. Our professionals are trained on the latest locksmith technology to keep up with the fast moving trends. You will find our technicians to be professional and in easily identifiable uniforms and marked vehicles.

At American Locks & Keys we are committed to providing our customers with fast, professional services at competitive rates. We invite you to visit or contact us anytime with questions or concerns about American Locks & Keys and the locksmith services we provide.

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Eric Gerber

Quick and friendly!

Jed E.

These guys are great. They always go out of their way to help. They have a physical location so they are not just mobile. They are in the office and will stay to help you. I give them high marks on customer service and support!

Catalina I.

December 5th, 2023

Needed some keys for my Chevrolet Silverado they were there at the time scheduled. Very reliable. Everything work out great.

Erin D.

September 10th, 2023

I needed a new key fob programmed for my Chevy Tahoe. Bought one on Amazon and couldn't figure it out. Called this company on a Sunday and within 45 minutes...

Dawn O.

February 10th, 2023

I have a difficult key to make, Mitsubishi. David was there pronto. Took 2-3 adjustments, BAM! My old baby started up!! These guys are great!! How great?...

5.0

January 19th, 2024

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Trevor Lindner

December 19th, 2023

I had a great experience with American Locks and Keys for both a door lock and a car issue. They were very responsive, extremely helpful and knowledgeable, and made sure I got quality products. They certainly gained my trust throughout the process and I would highly recommend their services.

Joseph Serrin

July 25th, 2023

Great customer service

Cecilia Martinez

May 2nd, 2023

Best of the best

Luis Bouza

August 18th, 2022

Joe, and his team are very professional, curious, and respectful. My parents home needed door locks, change of deadbolt, and re-keys locks to make managing all of the doors with one set of keys. American lock and key made it all happen in a few hours, tested and improved the working function of some old doors in the process. I highly recommend them.

Martha Lopez

June 11th, 2022

Thank you Joe for your dedicated service. We have relied on American locks & keys for years. Friendly and kind staff. Joe took his time to make sure my locks were re-key, added lubricant, and made sure they were working properly.

Charlie Happy

May 19th, 2022

First off it was already the worst day of my life. Car packed the gills after my bf dumped me. Had to work from 6 am to now ..5:30 I’m at my last work visit and what do I do? Lock my car keys inside. I called this company and literally before I could Even worry they showed up. I swear they showed up faster than the police would! He was so friendly and sweet and helped open immediately. I didn’t have all the proof they needed but he insured me how easy it would be to clear. One phone call and me and my car keys are together again! I’m so grateful!!

Danny Ly

January 1st, 2022

Great service for an affordable price compared to other companies! If you need service, I highly recommend this company! Joe worked quickly and got my car unlocked in a timely manner.

Martin Juarez

July 28th, 2021

Had a great experience today had to get a key fob cut and Danny was able to help me great guy great service over all great place definitely recommend going their was in and out in 6 minutes super fast thanks again!

Lomba Mtango

February 25th, 2021

On time, professional good job

Katarina Tipton

October 15th, 2020

What a kind gentleman! I was able to get everything immediately same day! Excellent service, and workmanship. I would recommend things place to anyone.

Jenn B.

September 2nd, 2020

The team was professional responsive and much more affordable and easy to use. They came to our house! using the dealership I would have paid twice the price and had to get my car there. THANK YOU!!!

Anthony Carlos

March 9th, 2020

Very friendly service. Quick and easy. They were able to unlock in minutes. What a relief. Thank you thank you thank you !!!

Levi Miller

February 11th, 2020

I locked my keys in my work truck, I called and I was told a locksmith would arrive 40 mins or less. He got here in 20 . Super nice guy, opened up my truck in 1 min. Total cost was $65, and they accepted my credit card. 5 stars guys. Thank you

Cecelia Brown

October 27th, 2019

Great service. I had a key made for my Ford Explorer. They ordered it for me when I called and asked if they carried the key and had it ready the next day. Appreciated the fast and efficient service.

Tom Knudsen

October 26th, 2019

Lauri Jijon

Fantastic! They have great prices and great customer service. They go above and beyond to help their customers. Highly recommended.

Linda Ramsay

October 15th, 2019

30 yrs in business, very amiable, quality service, nice hardworking ,family run business. I recommend calling first and make an appointment for the best experience and to be sure they have your key blank in stock.

Erik Acheff

Joe and American Lock and Key are the hardest working locksmith’s. They are honest and their prices are fair. Used them multiple times. They even handle SDG&E accessible locks for utility rooms. Highly recommend.

Lyn Montgomery

They were great fixing my key on large truck . Stayed after hours to help me

Everett Quivey

October 11th, 2019

Great service. American came to my driveway to add a second key fob to my used Prius, a job the (Irving TX) Toyota dealership couldn't complete. The locksmith was fast and friendly. I got a new fob at home for $200 under dealer quote.

jon ramirez

Always great service and honest work is what I like about this place. Would be nice if shop hours had more availability though.

Fred fehlers24@sbcglobal.net

October 10th, 2019

We have used American Locks & Keys multiple times. Their service is fast, quality of the work is great and the prices are fair. Highly recommend!

Marc Boogay

service was polite, timely, and reasonable in cost

Angela Young

WE had our entire home rekeyed and a new front door lock and handle combo put on. The work was done quickly, efficiently, respectfully, and at a very fair and reasonable price. Availability was awesome too. Thank you! What more can you ask for? Enough Said.

Samantha Bull

July 26th, 2019

Great costumer service and were quick to show up!

Wild Bill Wiederhold

January 26th, 2019

Quick and friendly service along with good prices.

4.0

November 29th, 2018

Quick and friendly service. Definitely! My go to professionals. Thanks

Kaleb

September 28th, 2018

Lisa De Jesus

August 14th, 2018

Joe came to the house we had just bought, and moved into, to give us an estimate on replacing the door locks. We have five doors that needed to be changed/rekeyed. I had been given a quote by another local locksmith for $3200! He said I would need new doors and what not. And maybe that would’ve been ideal. But Joe came to give his estimate and re-keyed the entire house and spent four hours on the front door which had an old brass fixture. It was like a grandfather clock! He even called in his brother, I believe, to assist. He wasn’t going to leave until it was right. And he fixed it perfectly. The final bill? $310. Not only was he efficient and reasonably priced, he’s a very likable man. Thank you so much Joe.

Gordon Chavez

June 16th, 2018

American locks and keys is a local, family-owned business. They have great customer service and do a great job. They definitely know their work. I highly recommend them!

Michael Barr

April 12th, 2018

Jonathan ML

March 30th, 2018

Joan Michael

March 22nd, 2018

Excellent service.very professional and honest.

Brittany Martinez

February 7th, 2018

Great price and great customer service. Called around to other locksmiths and they were asking twice of what this place quoted me. I also liked the fact that they gave me a price and there were no hidden fees. Thanks guys!!! Would definatley reccomend to a friend :)

Glib Maksymenko

October 14th, 2017

My coworker created the MyKey setting on our Ford 150 work truck, which made all kind of restrictions on the vehicle. Limiting the speed and volume on the radio to name the few. To take off the setting we had to get another key. Every Ford dealer in town wanted to charge us over $300.00 and appointment was not available for the next weeks. These guys got it done on the spot at the fraction of the price. I wish every business to be as efficient and knowledgeable as these gentlemen.

Caitlin Fay

August 2nd, 2017

Great service. Nice. Fast. Affordable! Will use again if I need to be saved again haha 100% recommend

Pamala Cooper

June 23rd, 2017

I was extremely pleased with the service and customer service that I received from Joe, Tony, and David. I called yesterday explained what I needed and Joe personally took care of me all the way down to calling the shop in advance of my arrival so they would be expecting me. Fixed the problem above and beyond what I had expected and was reasonably priced. As a female sometimes we can be clueless when it comes to cars and I appreciate the fact that none of these men tried to take advantage of my ignorance concerning my vehicle. Thank you so much for taking care of me and lifting the burden of not being able to lock my car before today. Highly highly recommend.

Anthony Jurado

March 23rd, 2017

made me a key quick and cheap! will use again in the future

Miguel Angel Rodriguez (OVM)

March 4th, 2017

Fast and reliable service in a very cordial customer service, five Star without hesitation!

Bill Kellaway

March 2nd, 2017

Dalia Gonzalez

December 7th, 2016

They told me the price up front, didn't charge a penny more and they showed up faster than their expected wait time. I don't know what I would've done without them!

Carlos Mata

July 21st, 2016

David helped me with a key when I needed it the most. I was short a few bucks and he graciously said not to worry about it! I went back and paid him same day. Trustworthy as all heck!

W Elton

June 8th, 2016

These guys know what they're doing. I could've saved even more money on re-keying an old car if I had come to them first before buying new iginition and locks. All other shops said it couldn't be done.

Debbie Walker

Great service! Highly recommend for any key services. Joe has a wonderful personality, which in times of stress sure makes it even better!!

Jack Dausman

October 21st, 2015

Everyone needs a good dentist, a reliable accountant and in this complicated world, a trusted locksmith. Joe Kisaka has been very helpful, and instructive on solving the problem of too many old locks on a house needing refurbishing. In addition, when locked out on a weekend morning, he was still able to resolve my situation and I made it to church on time. I appreciate his professionalism.

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