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21ST CENTURY LOCK AND KEY

Locksmiths

About us

My name is Laurie and hope not to have to hear from you, but if you need a locksmith, please call and let's talk. I have been a licenced locksmith for 25 years, specializing in you security. If you would like I can give you a free check of your locks and recommend the right secuirty for you and your family. I offer a 10% discount for all Angie's list members as well as Senior's.

Business highlights

37 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

LOCKSMITH

Services we don't offer

Door hanging, alarm systems window and glass repair. No automotive locksmith.

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes
Senior Discount

10%

Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

Check
MasterCard
Visa

Reviews

5.026 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
96%
4
4%
3
0%
2
0%
1
0%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.9
professionalism
4.8
responsiveness
4.9
punctuality
4.9
Showing 1-25 of 26 reviews

Bonnie B.
06/2015
5.0
locksmith
  + -1 more
She came the morning after we called and did the job in a professional manner.
Description of Work: Extracted broken keys from two outdoor locks.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$100

Cary G.
03/2015
5.0
locksmith
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: They rekeyed our rental property with lots of cylinders. Laurie is the best!

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$200

John C.
11/2013
5.0
locksmith
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: She did a great job. She was on time and timely! Fixed my lock and went the extra mile and fixed my weather stripping. I would definitely use her again.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Doll W.
10/2013
5.0
locksmith
  + -1 more
She was barely here for 30 minutes and she knew exactly what she was doing. It was a pleasure having her in my home.
Description of Work: We hired them to fix our one of our locks.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$75

Crystal M.
04/2013
5.0
locksmith
  + -1 more
Great reliable locksmith, came over as soon as they could. Fast work, very skilled locksmith who knows what they're doing. Highly recommended.
Description of Work: Rekeyed lock and fixed a lock that wasn't functioning correctly

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$90

Walter G.
02/2013
5.0
locksmith
  + -1 more
I called for an appointment due to a lock problem. It was a Saturday and the work was conducted. I appreciated the work being done on a Saturday and Laurie did a great job. She even took the time to look at some of my other doors and locks when I asked about them.Thank you Laurie, would use you again!
Description of Work: Lock repair
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
$75

KATHRYN P.
07/2012
5.0
locksmith
  + -1 more
Fast, effective courteous service
Description of Work: Lost the key to an important file cabinet. Called Laurie at 4:30 and she was here in 15 minutes. Just took her a couple of minutes to pick the lock and I'm back in business. I would feel good about having her do bigger jobs. She's local in the Mar Vista, Culver City, Santa Monica, West LA area.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$55

Stephanie A.
03/2012
5.0
locksmith
  + -1 more
Laurie came exactly on time and fixed the problem in under 5 minutes. She was professional, friendly, and gave me an Angie's List discount. I highly recommend her!
Description of Work: Sticky lock - key would not come out easily.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$65

Walter G.
04/2011
5.0
locksmith
  + -1 more
Again, no service performed, but that is part of the beauty. Since I didnt need anything, she was happy to point out items I needed I could do by myself very easily!
Description of Work: Laurie came by my house and peformed a free security check. She was great! She did not try to sell me anything I did not need! She suggested different methods of security for my home, and was very nice and professional! If I ever needed a lock I would hire her!

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Stephen R.
02/2011
5.0
locksmith
  + -1 more
I called based on the great reports. I lost the key to my car and was trying to find a local locksmith to help. Laurie answered the phone and immediately said she doesn't do cars but referred me to another shop and gave me their phone number. She was very nice and I would certainly call her again when I need a locksmith.
Description of Work: No work, only advice.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

dorothy H.
02/2011
5.0
locksmith
  + -1 more
From the time I called Ms. Sullivan she was at my place in ten minutes or less. She had the door open in a jiffy; and when rekeying she is very efficient and made sure everything worked. She explained which key is which and how they all work on the different locations.
Description of Work: Ms. Sullivan has helped me when locked out, she has replaced locks on my tenant's room, she has given me good advice when a lock has "had it." She always shows up straightaway and knows the community very well. Her prices are reasonable. She has come at some very odd hours. I've called Ms. Sullivan about five times and she has also provided service to a friend in mid-town at a late hour.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$35

Lindley K.
10/2010
4.0
locksmith
  + -1 more
Lori scheduled the appointment with us. An hour after she was supposed to arrived, we called her and she said she was running behind. Fifteen minutes later she showed up. She bad-mouthed her ex-business partner (who we'd had good experience with in the past), started the job, then said she'd have to come back because (she claimed) another customer nearby was demanding she show up. So she went and did the other job, then came back, and did part of the job (because she didn't have a basic part with her) and left again. She promised to be in contact to schedule time to finish the job and to give us a quote for another piece of work. That was nine days ago. We've called her several times and she has not responded. In fact, I don't know what the cost of the work is except 21st Century charged a $50 dollar fee just to show up in the past, so I'm guessing from there. Lori made several inappropriately personal comments in this visit, and speaks very loudly. I can't speculate as to the cause of that. I found it uncomfortable working with her and am truly sorry to hear that James is no longer available.
Description of Work: We needed several locks opened and rekeyed.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
2.0
punctuality
3.0

$150

Response from 21ST CENTURY LOCK AND KEY
I'm very sorry for your unhappy appointment. If you ever need anything in the future, it's on the house.

David S.
09/2010
5.0
locksmith
  + -1 more
She came; she worked; and she completed the task. Nice lady and very professional. She was punctual and competent. And, I believe she charged a fair price. What more can you ask for?
Description of Work: I had her rekey my house, including the front and back door and deadbolts. She rekeyed them so I can use one key.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$95

ELIZABETH S.
08/2010
5.0
locksmith
  + -1 more
They were awesome and I loved them. I would use them again. The price was very reasonable. Her name was Laurie The Locksmith and she is the primary locksmith. She was wonderful.
Description of Work: I used 21st Century Lock And Key to rekey the whole house and garage in a day.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$400

Sara C.
07/2010
5.0
locksmith
  + -1 more
I called for an appointment and they came out the next day. The gentleman that performed the work was extremely helpful and VERY fast...I let him in and then had to go pick up my kids from daycare a few minutes away and by the time I got back, he was already finished. He even showed me how to rekey another door, free of charge (it took about 20 seconds but I appreciated that he helped me out!). I would definitely use them again.
Description of Work: They rekeyed one lock for me and showed me how to rekey another lock that had a "smart key."

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$85

Deborah T.
04/2010
5.0
locksmith
  + -1 more
We just had a carpenter shave the top of a bathroom door so it would fit the frame as the house has shifted. The door hadn't shut properly for years and so the lock didn't work. The next night, after returning from an evening out, we put our cat in the bathroom for a "time out" so the other kitty (her mortal enemy) could run around freely. After a few minutes, I realized that the bathroom door was locked from the inside and the cat was locked inside. We never had a key to that lock. All of our efforts to jiggle or force the lock failed. I called several locksmiths who advertise being available 24/7 but received no response. Then I called Laurie's company and she answered. It was after midnight and she was already in bed. She threw clothes on and drove over immediately. She was able to unlock the lock in 5 minutes. She then looked at some other locks in our house and answered questions and gave some advice about safety issues involving our locks. Her price would have been much lower had we not needed an emergency house call after midnight. We will definitely be using her services to make some improvements with our locks.
Description of Work: Came out in middle of the night to unlock a bathroom door with our pet accidentally locked inside.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$150

Marlene B.
12/2009
5.0
locksmith
  + -1 more
The service was excellent.
Description of Work: They opened a screen door lock that was stuck. I had tried several times prior to them coming out to unlock the door.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Allison K.
09/2009
5.0
locksmith
  + -1 more
Didn't have Laurie do any work, but she was pleasant to talk to.
Description of Work: Spoke to Laurie on the phone - I had gotten a quote from another locksmith, and I wasn't sure if I was being overcharged. Laurie leveled with me and assured me that the other locksmiths prices were in fact reasonable and that I wasn't getting ripped off.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

MARIANNE C.
08/2009
5.0
locksmith
  + -1 more
Job went very well. I had set an appointment the previous week, and he showed up exactly on time. Got the work done efficiently. Friendly, no problems. I'm satisfied.
Description of Work: Tenants had moved out of my rental house and I wanted all the locks changed (10), and the total number of keys reduced. One doorknob was broken, and one deadbolt was stuck shut.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$210

kim F.
02/2009
5.0
locksmith
  + -1 more
The office was very responsive and able to schedule same day service. The locksmith was very professional in his manner and arrived on time. He explained what he was doing and why and did not hestitate to fix the existing lock rather than replace it. It now works better than it has in years. After he fixed it, I asked his opinion on replacing another lock and he provided reasoned advice - pro's and cons of what I was thinking of doing and did not try to push me in a direction that would lead to another job for him. He was happy to answer general questions I had about various brands of lock. I would call them again if I need work done.
Description of Work: Repair of the deadbolt on the front door that was sticking and would not unlock.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$75

Gordon Y.
11/2008
5.0
locksmith
  + -1 more
Things went well and the deadbolt fits well into the strike plate. Bottom line: I would use 21st Century Lock and Key again.
Description of Work: Had a deadbolt installed by Laura of 21st Century Lock and Key. This included drilling out the applicable holes in the door and jam and the installation of the strike plate onto the door jamb. She also adjusted the door knob and strike plate to reduce play, at no additional charge.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$85

Pamela B.
10/2008
5.0
locksmith
  + -1 more
Laurie was great. I expected to spend around $600-$800 having the locks replaced because our new house had shifted since it was built and the bolts on the doors were no longer properly aligned with the holes in the frames. Instead, Laurie suggested a much simpler fix that involved drilling to create more clearance for the bolt and lubricating all of the locks. She was very friendly, fast, cheap and great with our dogs to boot!
Description of Work: Repaired and lubricated locks.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$95

CHRISTINE D G.
08/2008
5.0
locksmith
  + -1 more
She was very responsive and fair in price. They do very good work. I very much appreciated that she pointed that out to me.
Description of Work: They changed the locks for me on two doors. She also caught a problem on my front door. The lock is old and she noticed that the deadbolt was beginning to fail and she pointed this out to me. I was able to order a new lock and when it comes in she will install it for me.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

William M.
02/2007
5.0
locksmith
  + -1 more
Prompt service call per my schedule. On-time arrival. James provided professional, personable service, got right to a clean, careful job and finished in the expected few minutes, with no hesitation about tools or procedure. I have called on this company a number of times over the years and I would highly recommend this small business if anyone asked me for a reference.
Description of Work: Service call to remove a broken key from the lock on backyard/alley gate.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$60

ELIZABETH S.
07/2006
5.0
locksmith
  + -1 more
Laurie knows her stuff, she has been doing it for over 20 years. She even anticipated a couple of situations I had overlooked and Laurie took care of the situation. She not only know about locks, but about security and her know how, especially on the garage locks, helped me tremendously. I am extremely happy with this company. I highly recommend them.
Description of Work: Laurie Sullivan re-keyed my entire house and garage. She went out of her way to come to my house during my lunch hour and make an inspection. I rekeyed 8 locks, including bolt and padlocks.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$400
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Contact information

11748 WASHINGTON PLACE, Los Angeles, CA 90066

21stcenturylock&key.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Licensing

Bonded

Insured
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Service Categories

Locksmiths

FAQ

21ST CENTURY LOCK AND KEY is currently rated 5 overall out of 5.

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Saturday: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

21ST CENTURY LOCK AND KEY accepts the following forms of payment: Check,MasterCard,Visa
Yes, 21ST CENTURY LOCK AND KEY offers free project estimates.
No, 21ST CENTURY LOCK AND KEY does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, 21ST CENTURY LOCK AND KEY does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, 21ST CENTURY LOCK AND KEY offers emergency services.
Yes, 21ST CENTURY LOCK AND KEY offers warranties.
21ST CENTURY LOCK AND KEY offers the following services: LOCKSMITH
Door hanging, alarm systems window and glass repair. No automotive locksmith.

Contact information

11748 WASHINGTON PLACE, Los Angeles, CA 90066

21stcenturylock&key.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM