How 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%95+51.8Reliability 24%93+22.5Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%10+0.7Craft & service penalty93−0.7Experts Score= 88Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.88SCORENova Locksmith
Daly City, CA · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #35Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 52 locksmiths · 4.9★ from 2,275 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.
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Customers hired Nova Locksmith for 8 kinds of job.
Nova Locksmith for security door locks
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I needed a keypad upgrade to my residential security gate door, which has a tricky interior layout. Not made for anything much larger than a deadbolt cylinder, and pre-dated most keypad locks. I researched a bunch of brands online, but the nature of the metalwork on the door turned this into more job than I could…
We open another location for a Pilates and we needed to change and add security to our door. It is a commercial Adam’s rite lock and they helped us rekey, the gentleman who helped us. His name was Alex very affordable and they helped us beef up the unit with a security plate and they will also come back to install…
Alex has helped us on two separate occasions, installing an electric lock and repairing a 20+ year old lock that was stuck. He knows what he is doing and is great to work with, highly recommend!!
Alex did an incredible job at our Blue Bottle coffee in Berkeley California. We have a handicap push button that he repaired and also changed the keys at our commercial push panic device. Also, we were missing a screw. He was able to get that.
Alex was Great, communicated quickly over the Phone and Text Message. He explained all pricing to me over the Phone. Scheduling was also very easy. I had to replace the Mechanism to my Front Door. He also grinded down my front door Dead Bolt Plate that was misaligned. I also installed a High Security Dead Bolt to…
Alex from Nova Locksmith is incredible! He professionally and expediently made a repair for me in very short notice. And he is so friendly and helpful. You are awesome Alex!
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Exceptional service from start to finish, highly recommended for anyone in need of a reliable and skilled locksmith! I recently hired NOVA Emergency Locksmith for my commercial space, and I couldn’t be more impressed! Alex responded immediately, arrived promptly, and handled everything with a high level…
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We had our store broken into and called nova locksmith to install high security locks Alex did amazing job with our commercial lock and completely changed it another locksmith wasn't able to do so,great great prices and best customer service.
Had our store storage lock broken Alex did a great job replacing our commercial entry lever lock here on pier 39 in San Francisco he showed up right away great price and a real gentleman
Alex did great work at our bar “Bottom of the Hill” he’s being working for us for years now always reliable affordable and a real sweetheart.
The locksmith (Victor Crewdson) was absolutely professional, informative and efficient. I highly recommend him.
My tech was fantastic! Friendly, professional, helpful. I feel safe in my home and comfortable with how to use the equipment. He also went the extra mile to help me with existing equipment that was here when I bought the home but didn’t know how to use. Now I have two layers of protection.
This is the second time I have used Arco’s services first time was for my home and the second for an office. They are great, very helpful and professional. If you have any locksmith needs they should be top of your list to call. You will be happy you did. Brent and James were great to work with.
Technician Nrent was very pleasant and instructed me in the use of the alarm system.
The technician was on time, very efficient, pleasant, and answered all of my questions. A fine experience! I will recommend your company to others. Thank you!
These guys are awesome. On time and very fast. Their prices are also very reasonable. I will definitely us ARCO again!
Victor arrived exactly at the time he said he would in the text he sent me. He reset my garage openers, my outside garage entry keypad, and all the locks in my home. He tested everything to make sure it worked well. He asked if there was anything he could explain. I asked him for additional information on the…
Alex is terrific. He’s always on time, works fast without sacrificing quality. He’s also a nice and trustworthy guy. Highly recommend!
Alex was amazing! I definitely recommend using his services. He was efficient, professional and very experienced. He was able to change my locks without any worries and he did it with a smile on his face! He was a pleasure to work with! Thanks Alex!
Very professional and personable! Alex took on a complex job involving a broken door and installed a great new lock system, saving the door from being replaced. Best locksmithing service I have experienced.
I’m a manager on a shell gas station Alex did a great job Will use him again no matter what he was on time Price was great and was able to secure our door locks and window locks custom made!
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Jobs customers hired them for
| Job | Reviews | Category typical |
|---|---|---|
| Lock rekeying | 243 | $114–$282 |
| Door lock & bolt hardware installation | 60 | $143–$323 |
| Building lockouts | 45 | $96–$173 |
| Repair hardware | 40 | $103–$282 |
| Security door locks | 30 | $115–$191 |
| Safe lock install, open & repair | 25 | $81–$282 |
| Installation | 23 | — |
| General repairs | 10 | — |
