Advance Lock & Key

Licensed locksmith in Venice, Los Angeles, California

BSIS licence active4.6(69 reviews)

Advance Lock & Key holds BSIS licence LCO 5148, active, licensed since 23 Jun 2010, rated 4.6 from 69 Google reviews.

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  • Licence activeBSIS #LCO 5148, Locksmith Company. Issued 23 Jun 2010, expires 30 Jun 2028.
  • Licensed 16 yrsSince 23 Jun 2010.
  • On the BBB, not accreditedIts BBB rating, complaints and reviews are on its Better Business Bureau profile.BBB profile Complaints Reviews

Checked against the Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) register on 4 Nov 2026.

Google reviews

4.6(69 reviews)
Jenae Lien★★★★★ 7 years agoView on Google

Excellent service They don’t accept credit cards under $15 Advanced key services with top technicians on board to help with any issues you may have. They specialize in locking and unlocking. Lots of compliant keys to choose from. All sorts of door handles and knobs too. Conveniently located right off Lincoln Blvd, you can’t miss the huge key sign! They have fun key shapes to choose from for $1.50 extra. Get a key st…

Jimmy Nguyen★★★★★ 7 months agoView on Google

I never write reviews, but I truly think this company deserves one after a great experience I've had. My wheels have been safe and on my car for over 3 years. I contacted the company and spoke with Liz regarding a new wheel lock key and she got one made and shipped it to me in only a few days. Would definitely recommend. They know how to take care of their customers if any issues occur. Five stars deserved.

Fairfax duPont★★★★★ 2 months agoView on Google

i stopped in here to get a key made for my bike and he was super knowledgeable and very friendly. great prices and wonderful service — highly recommend!

Shea Sprague★★★★★ 11 months agoView on Google

Had a great experience, called and David was able to get Frank out the same day to help with a funky lock that didn’t latch after the rain. He fixed it for us and gave us tips on how to improve the gate long term as well. Also helped make a key for a Fleetwood door that we needed. Highly recommend for quick and professional service- they made it happen

Dee W★★★★★ 3 months agoView on Google

Like most other reviews: super rude guys! got told my lock + key would take one day. it took 7 after many follow ups. when i finally got it, it didn’t work so i called them to question it and was made to feel dumb. Why would i want a lock that only locks from the inside? Took it elsewhere and they corrected it for me for $20 and took 15 mins.

Read all 69 reviews on Google Reviews and photos from Google, 4 Nov 2026.

Why it ranks #21 of 418 locksmiths in Los Angeles

Years licensed weight 3082%
Complaint record weight 25n/a
Bond and workers' comp weight 10n/a
Google reviews weight 3576%

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