Business Details
44 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Locksmith in San Mateo, CA
Since 1982, Sarco's Lock Works has been a family-owned business dedicated to providing comprehensive locksmith solutions. Our owner-operated services extend to residential, commercial, and automotive clients through mobile units that deliver convenience directly to your location. We specialize in key duplication for standard and high-security systems, including transponder and laser keys, while offering metal credit card keys for seamless integration into wallets. Our expertise includes lock-out assistance, rekeying, ADA-compliant handicap lever upgrades, and master key systems for properties of all sizes. We maintain a showroom stocked with Baldwin locks, Amsec safes, and specialized security products, with seasonal discounts available on select inventory.Committed to exceeding expectations, we provide free estimates within a 5-mile radius of our San Mateo location and offer weekend appointments without additional charges. Our team combines decades of experience with personalized service to address both immediate emergencies and long-term security needs. By maintaining physical and digital records of customer preferences, we ensure consistent service quality across generations of clients. This dedication to reliability and customer-centric solutions has established us as a trusted local resource for all locksmith requirements.
Services
Automotive Locksmith
Commercial Security
Residential Locks
Safe Sales
Key Duplication
Emergency Lock-Out
Master Key Systems
ADA Compliance Upgrades
Details
- Year established: 1982
Highlights and features
- Family-owned business serving San Mateo since 1982
- Mobile units provide on-site service for all locations
- Free estimates within 5-mile radius of our store
- Specialize in high-security laser and transponder key duplication
- Offer weekend appointments with no extra charges
Services
Automotive Locksmith
We provide comprehensive automotive locksmith services including transponder key programming, high-security laser key duplication, and emergency lock-out assistance for domestic and foreign vehicles. Our mobile units can service your car at your location, while our showroom stocks specialty keys for modern models. All automotive services include testing and verification to ensure proper vehicle security system integration.
Commercial Security
Our commercial services include ADA-compliant handicap lever upgrades, master key system implementation, and lock repair/rekeying for businesses of all sizes. We specialize in creating customized security solutions that meet building code requirements while maintaining operational efficiency. Our technicians can service existing systems or design new security frameworks for both small offices and large commercial buildings.
Residential Locksmith
We offer complete residential lock services including lock replacement, rekeying, and installation of new mortise lock systems. Our team can create secure keying systems for home entry points while providing expert advice on improving household security. Emergency lock-out services are available, and we offer metal credit card keys for convenient home access solutions.
Safe Sales & Service
We sell and deliver various security safes including fire-resistant models, burglary protection units, in-ground vaults, and depository safes. Our inventory includes Amsec brand safes with periodic discounts available. We provide professional installation consultation to help customers select appropriate security ratings based on their valuables and location requirements.
Key Duplication
Our key duplication services cover standard house keys, car keys, ACE keys, safe deposit box keys, and advanced transponder/laser key systems. We offer metal credit card keys for space-constrained users and maintain equipment for duplicating difficult-to-find key types. All copies undergo quality checks to ensure proper mechanical and electronic functionality for vehicle and security systems.
Questions
What services does Sarco's Lock Works offer?
We provide automotive locksmith services, residential lock solutions, commercial security systems, safe sales/installation, key duplication, and emergency lock-out assistance.
Are you open on weekends?
Yes, we're open Saturdays from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Weekend appointments for services are available without extra charges.
Do you offer mobile locksmith services?
Yes, our mobile units service automotive, residential, and commercial clients at their locations throughout San Mateo and surrounding areas.
What payment methods do you accept?
Please contact us directly for current payment method information. We recommend calling ahead for specific transaction details.
Do you provide free estimates?
Yes, we offer free estimates within a 5-mile radius of our Baldwin Ave location in San Mateo.
What special discounts are available?
We currently offer 20% off Baldwin locks, 15% off Master Pro series products, and 15% off Amsec safes for in-store stock items.
