Tri City Locksmith

Always fast and Kirk gets the job done right! I’ve used them for years because of their great prices and fast responce! thanks guys!!!

I had stopped in to get a copy made and ask if they could take a broken key out of a toolbox lock. Without question, they were on it!
One tech made the copy and tested the key on the doors, making sure that it functioned. With respect of my interior belongings, he asked that I check the key with the ignition. Started right up, no problems.
Meanwhile, the other tech was working in the direct sunlight — a hot San Diego February sun. Undetermined by the heat or the sweat, he worked with dedication to complete his task before him. He surprised us twice with an announcement. The first with the quick completion of his work, second with a copy of the key that was broken off in the lock.
Awesome job! The service was so good, I didn’t even think about the price…, another pleasent surprise! I can honestly say, the best price around town.

We had a key that had broke off in the lock and needed immediate attention! Tri City was out right away and fixed the problem. Pricing was surprisingly low so we called them back the next day to re key another door. Highly recommend.

These guys are good at what they do. Really good. The only reason I gave them 3 stars is because ²⁄₃ times I went over there, they were closed for lunch. A long lunch, apparently. First time I got there around 2 and they were closed ’til 3:30, next time I got there at 11:45 and they were closed until 1:30. So, if you hope to catch anyone you HAVE to call ahead of time so that you don’t miss them on their at-​random, long lunches. I personally think if a business is going to take such long breaks, that it at least be at the same time every day and noted on their hours of operation.

Took vinyl fence lock to get rekeyed to match other door locks. When the locksmith gave us the lock back, he returned it to us missing the back. We went home, tried to install the lock and couldn’t, because the mechanism was incomplete. He promised to fix it, but we could never find the store open. We had to go away for several weeks, which forced us to buy a new lock and install it before we left. We’ll never go back there again!

Great Service! Fast && good prices!!! We went in to get a copy of one of our car keys and mailbox key that Home Depot and Lowes weren’t able to make. We were in and out in less than 5 minutes. Very nice staff!

So I had bought a few key ID caps to put on one of my main keys I use on a daily basis but it didn’t fit because the key was too wide. So that’s when I was recommended to go try out the guys at «Tri City» because the same problem other reviewers had mentioned, hardware stores like Home Depot or Lowe’s failed to try. So I go in the store, and I explained my situation to the owner and he took care of my problem in minutes. Not only was he able to make me a copy of my key but also cut around the neck of the key so to speak in order for the key ID cap to fit snugly. I was extremely satisfied with the customer service. I definitely will be back again for all my locksmithing needs. Thank you, Tri City!

fast, professional, priced right.

Great set of guys. This is a true working establishment. Great customer service. Thanks for saving me $ 200 from the dealer.

I have a vintage trailer that was being worked on down the street from Tri-​City and asked the owner if he could come down there and work on the door lock while it was there. Kurt came out and fixed it in no time. I also went and got spare keys made because the stupid spare I had made at Home Depot didn’t work (as USUAL).
Now I will go to Tri-​city first. They give old-​fashioned service and do the job right (and the price is right). Let’s support our small business owners.

Guys are friendly and help changed my all deadbolts and knobs Feel safe. Great !!

They might be a great business but I never found out.
Walked into the shop to get some keys made and was greeted with an overwhelming stench of fresh cigarette smoke. The entire shop was literally filled with a toxic cloud. I turned around and walked out before the smoke had a chance to settle on my clothes.

Fast and efficient. I needed a bunch of locks rekeyed on a rental property. Tri City gave a great quote (no haggling required), showed up on time (same day) and did the job as promised. Fantastic experience.

I have been to this locksmith many times and always have a great experience, not sure why I waited so long to write a review. I learned today that the original owner passed away in October (I loved to just hang out and listen to his stories) but the son has taken over and I can assure you that he delivers the same quality service and reasonable prices.

These guys really are great. Just got some locks rekeyed at their shop and they were so nice and very affordable.

No hardware store key maker could duplicate my postal box key. Tri City Locksmith has a massive stock of blanks and was able to quickly set me up.
They also made a dupe of my Prius key and sold me a hard to find, oversized hide-​a-​key box to store it in. 2 keys and a box for $ 7.05.
These guys provide prompt and courteous attention to customers! Don’t go anywhere else.

These guys rock ! I was sad to hear about Kens passing he always took EXCELLENT CARE ! of any locking situation I had. Its nice to know that his son Kirk has the same attitude and has picked up right where his Dad left off.

Seems like they don’t want, business, We called them to rekey our doors, and they said will be their ay 12:00pm they didn’t show till 5:00pm then after playing with lock they said it was to dark. They asked what time do we open I said 9:30 am, locksmith said he will be here. So next day I call to inform them we are here early just incase they want to come out early they said will inform locksmith. 10:30 we call they say guy is on way, 12:00pm we cancelled went with different co. Really disappointed with the service, I really would have appreciated a call saying we are delayed or we cant do it

Don’t waste your time — go here! See Ken, he’ll fix you up with keys the work smooth as silk. Five minutes after you arrive you’re walking out the door. Keys were $ 2 apiece, which includes tax. Sodas? 55-​cents in the cooler to the right of the door.
This is business like it used to be conducted when I was a kid. These guys are the best, bar none.

I tried Home Depot, Walmart, etc. They didn’t have the key I needed. They both recommended Tri City Locksmith. Went to Tri City Locksmith and it took them only a few minutes to do the five keys I needed. Also, they use quality brass key blanks. Not the cheap feeling key blanks that the other places use. Great customer service.