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LA Best Locksmith logoHow the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 55%92+50.2Reliability 24%86+20.8Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%86+6.1Craft & service penalty98−0.2Experts Score= 91Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.91SCORE

LA Best Locksmith

El Monte, CA · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #29Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 52 locksmiths · 4.9★ from 1,060 Google reviews

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Percentile vs other locksmiths (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: value and momentum; weakest: replies to reviews.

SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.LA Best Locksmith is better than 92% of locksmiths.A
92
ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.LA Best Locksmith is better than 86% of locksmiths.A
86
Craft & serviceCraft & service · 0% of the scoreGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.LA Best Locksmith is better than 98% of locksmiths.A
98
ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.LA Best Locksmith is better than 100% of locksmiths.A
100
MomentumMomentum · 0% of the scorePenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.LA Best Locksmith is better than 100% of locksmiths.A
100
Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.LA Best Locksmith is better than 86% of locksmiths.A
86

Reviews for your job

Customers hired LA Best Locksmith for 8 kinds of job.

LA Best Locksmith for lock rekeying

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.56
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).4.88
Usually paidThe price range customers picked most often for this job.$1–50
Category typicalWhat the middle half of customers paid for this job across all companies in the category.$114–$282
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 82/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Lock rekeying”:Stars on this job 55%Number of such jobs 25%Overall Experts Score 20%Stars are pulled toward the category average when a company has few tagged jobs, so 3 perfect reviews don’t beat 80 great ones. 4.3★ scores 0, 5.0★ scores full. Volume is compared with the busiest company for this job.#18 / 33
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.97%

All 56 Google reviews tagged “Lock rekeying”

Monica2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 days ago★★★★★

Enrique was super helpful and fast.

Building lockoutsLock rekeying
Original3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a week ago★★★★★

Great service!!

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Paid $1–50Great priceLock rekeying
MBI4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a week ago★★★★★

I was on holiday in LA and got a nice keyring as a souvenir from them. The guy serving us was very polite and professional. Would definately recomend to everyone purchase from them!!

Lock rekeying
shellsea2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a week ago★★★★★

Quickly helped me duplicate my car keys! very affective and kind! strongly recommend coming here!! (toyota scion tc 2010)

Paid $100–150Great priceLock rekeying
Valentin1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 weeks ago★★★★★

Was about to get keys with great service

Paid $1–50Great priceLock rekeying
jose2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★

Fast service!!!

Paid $100–150Reasonable priceLock rekeying
Eileen1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★

Jeep liberty 2002

Paid $1–50Great priceLock rekeying
Cingle1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★

Bro really helped me out very quick and fast and even helped me out with price and great service I was locked out my car and bro saved the day for real

Paid $1–50Great priceBuilding lockoutsSafe lock install, open & repairLock rekeying
Esley1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★

A very Good Attention Enrique help me to copy my Jeep liberty renegade key and everything works perfectly 👌

Paid $50–100Great priceSafe lock install, open & repairLock rekeying
Daniel2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★

Enriquez was very helpful and knowledgeable when it came to making copies of my keys. He was able to provide me with various options and worked quickly to make my copies. I highly recommend this locksmith if you are in need of one.

Lock rekeyingCoded key copying
Sayhan1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★

Enrique performed a quality and timely job in making a copy of my keys. Will be coming back for sure

Paid $100–150Great priceSafe lock install, open & repairLock rekeying
Aniah1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★

This was more than amazing experience great customer service and I definitely recommend

Paid $1–50Great priceLock rekeying
Liz2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★★★★

enrique was super nice and helpful been going to this place for years they never let me down!!

Paid $1–50Great priceLock rekeying
DelandriaLocal Guide · 56 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★★★★

When God sends you some where you listen ‼️Thank you Jesus🙌🏿🙏🏿 I have been waiting on another guy who played games all day today said he was going to charge me 150.. Then, trying to go up on the price to 250? I came here and got it cheaper. 145 for a reprogram, in an extra key

Paid $140–160Lock rekeying
rene1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★★★★

I had keys copied for my tenants…The gentleman was professional, completed the work quickly and was very responsive to my needs.

Paid $40–60Great priceLock rekeying
Ruby1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★★★★

Enrique provides fast and good service, less than 5 minutes and done!

Lock rekeying
MiseryLocal Guide · 10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★★★★

This place is a gem, they truly are à life saver, the customer service is great and also the quality. They can do a lot of ranges if key’s for you. They have been Im the la cienega parking lot for a very long time, keep key places like this around. I included a photo right by the el pollo loco

Paid $1–20Great priceBuilding lockoutsSafe lock install, open & repairLock rekeying
Melissa1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★★★★

The pricing of the keys were affordable and high quality. Will definitely be back! 5/5 they are the kindest.

Paid $40–60Great priceLock rekeying
Melissa2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★★★★

My 2009 Toyota Camry key suddenly stopped working while shopping at the center and the nicest people working at the lock smitch attended me so quickly, professionally, and effectively. They were so accommodating in the fact that I was in a rush as well! 5/5 stars! Will come back!

Paid $40–60Great priceLock rekeying
Cameron9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★★★★

Two guys who work here are super nice, knowledgeable, and quick as hell. They rekeyed 2 door locks I brought and 6 new keys all in like 15 minutes

Paid $80–100Great priceLock rekeyingStandard key copying
ShandaLocal Guide · 21 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 months ago★★★★★

Moses showed up in 15 minutes!!! No kidding!!! I called with an emergency /same day excellent service!!! So fast & professional! I have older locks on my door and he was able to install 2 deadbolts! Now I’m going to be able to sleep tonight! THANK YOU MOSES MY HEROOOO!

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Gloria1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 months ago★★★★★

Love it, express service you don’t need too much. Plenty parking and nice customers service 👍

Safe lock install, open & repairLock rekeying
gabriella3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 months ago★★★★★

Super fast service and super nice guy!

Paid $20–40Great priceLock rekeying
J11 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 months ago★★★★★

Enrique and LA best locksmith helped me with my 2014 Subaru cross trek. Gave me a good deal, you never know when you’ll need your spare key and I needed it when my car was inaccessible with the spare key so I had a remote made. Thank you.

Paid $140–160Great priceLock rekeying
Jeffrey4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 months ago★★

Unfortunately I had a bad experience with this company. I called them to get a quote for a house call to do a full-home rekey. They had a technician call me back, who wouldn't provide an estimate over the phone despite what it says on the website. On the phone, the technician said he was with LA Best Locksmith. When…

Paid $200+OverpricedLock rekeying
Rabbi1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 months ago★★★★★

Fastest Prius 2013 key replacement ever! Enrique got it done in 5 minutes. Great service and fast!

Paid $200+Reasonable priceLock rekeying
Andy3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 months ago★★★★★

Moses made this job so easy and will most certainly be a repeat customer!!

Paid $200+Great priceLock rekeying
Danielle2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 months ago★★★★★

Moses was great. He responded to a late night call and was very professional. He re-keyed the locks quickly and efficiently.

Reasonable priceLock rekeying
MR2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 months ago★★★★★

Just came to get some keys these guys were awesome they help me every time with kindness and amazing service. Recommend!!

Great priceLock rekeying
Kimberly1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 months ago★★★★★

THANK YOU !! Moses is kind and happy to help. He showed up quickly, got the job done fast, and was professional. Fair pricing :)

Paid $80–100Reasonable priceLock rekeying
Mckenna1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 months ago★★★★★

Quickest and easiest process ever for getting keys made in my area! The man was so sweet!

Lock rekeying
Joel1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 months ago★★★★★

Great locksmith! Fast, professional, and very helpful. Got the job done quickly and efficiently. Highly recommend!

Reasonable priceSafe lock install, open & repairLock rekeying
Francisco1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 months ago★★★★★

He was fast & efficient. Really reasonable prices too. I’m happy with service

Paid $60–80Reasonable priceLock rekeying
Güero3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 5 months ago★★★★★

Always awesome service. Very reasonable prices. My go to place for keys and lock related services.

Paid $1–20Great priceLock rekeyingCoded key copyingStandard key copying
Micaela1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 5 months ago★★★★★

Exelente service thanks you

Paid $20–40Great priceLock rekeying
Marina2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 6 months ago★★★★★

I have come to LA Best Locksmith numerous times to get various keys made. They have a LARGE selection of prints so you can customize your keys and the service is always fast! The workers are extremely friendly and I would recommend them to ANYONE who needs to have keys made whether it be for your house, mailbox, car…

Paid $1–20Great priceLock rekeying
Alejandro3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 6 months ago★★★★★

Mathew es el chingon para sacar copias de llave!

Paid $1–20Reasonable priceLock rekeying
Arthur4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 6 months ago★★★★★

Amazing job! Great service, thanks guys!!

Lock rekeying
Dan4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 6 months ago★★★★★

Easy parking lovely customer service I come here for everything with my keys

Paid $20–40Reasonable priceLock rekeying
Jennifer1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 6 months ago★★★★★

I’m very impressed with the services from this company- they went out of their way to accommodate my busy schedule. Excellent communication and service from Jacob - highly recommend and I’ll be happy to use them again.

Great priceLock rekeying
Gina5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 6 months ago★★★★★

Very professional and quick

Paid $160–180Great priceLock rekeying
Luis1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 6 months ago★★★★★

Very fast good service very helping thank you Enrique

Great priceLock rekeying
Anas8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 6 months ago★★★★★

Enrique its so helpful and kindfull and he’s really professional in his job

Lock rekeyingCoded key copying
LilmissFresh2DeathLocal Guide · 143 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 6 months ago★★★★★

This locksmith place is very convenient and affordable, and never has a long wait. They're always really nice. They have great customer service and is very knowledgeable.

Reasonable priceLock rekeying
Sylvia6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 6 months ago★★★★★

It was a pleasure. Very knowledgeable about his job. I will definitely go back there to get my keys made and the price was fair Are you pleased to be good?

Paid $200+Great priceLock rekeying
Kim4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 9 months ago★

I went in to get a lock re-keyed and was already being helped when three other customers arrived after me. Each time someone new came in, the locksmith stopped working on my lock to help them instead. I asked directly if this was going to keep happening and was told yes. At that point I left. Very unprofessional,…

Lock rekeying
LaurenLocal Guide · 14 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 11 months ago★★★★★

Uri arrived very quickly and went above and beyond to help me get into my apartment. I would definitely call them again.

Lock rekeying
berat8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 11 months ago★★★★★

Uri can very fast he is the best open the house

Reasonable priceBuilding lockoutsLock rekeying
Robins7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

I came to create one new Camry remote with key. The staff used a machine (computer) to program the fob, then making the key within 15 minutes. The price is reasonable n service is efficient.

Paid $140–160Lock rekeyingCoded key copying
Edgar8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

Great service even late at night. Got the job in no time. Very impressed. Yuri was vey professional thanks again !

Lock rekeying
Zaid2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 5 years ago★★★★★

The technician came on time and was very friendly. He solved my issue really fast, and gave a reasonable price. Will be using this service again

Car key copyingGeneral repairsLock rekeying+ Punctuality+ Quality+ Professionalism
Peter1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 5 years ago★★★★★

At home, I had misplaced my keys and called for help. When explaining what needs to get done and how we could do it, their expert showed at my house in a very timely fashion and was very polite. This is the second or third time this company has aided and they were really kind, intelligent and articulate, just like…

Building lockoutsCar digital & remote key reprogrammingBuilding key copying+ Punctuality+ Quality+ Professionalism
Joy4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Paid $200–250Reasonable priceLock rekeying
Deborah2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 months ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Lock rekeying
Helder5 months ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Paid $60–80Great priceLock rekeying
KeishaLocal Guide · 3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 6 months ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Paid $140–160Great priceBuilding lockoutsSafe lock install, open & repairLock rekeying

Price

$61-60% vs typical locksmiths

Bar = middle half of what customers paid · gold mark = category median.

Price verdictsGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.

Great price 69%Reasonable 27%Overpriced 1%Not sure 2%

Jobs customers hired them for

JobReviewsCategory typical
Lock rekeying56$114–$282
Standard key copying49$4–$23
Building lockouts43$96–$173
Car key copying36$88–$176
Safe lock install, open & repair35$81–$282
Car digital & remote key reprogramming26$111–$272
Coded key copying25$86–$282
New key fob creation18$121–$324

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