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Rex Key & Security

Top Spot in Berkeley Today 4.70 (317 reviews)(510) 527-7000

Rex Key & Security

Rex Key & Security is a Berkeley locksmith serving residential, commercial, institutional and industrial clients. Founded in 1910, it maintains a full-service retail shop in Berkeley.

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Business Highlights
  • Rex Key & Security lists Contractor License 523315.
  • Rex Key & Security lists Locksmith License LCO1800.
  • Its locksmiths are trained, insured and certified.
Service Area

Oakland, Berkeley, Richmond, Alameda, Piedmont, San Leandro, Orinda, Lafayette and Moraga.

Featured Local Business

Rex Key & Security is one of 5 locksmiths ProsGrade lists in Berkeley, California.

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Listing details

8 services listed, including Residential locksmith, Automotive locksmith and Commercial security. Open weekdays, closed on weekends. Rated 4.7 from 317 reviews.

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How This Business Compares

How Rex Key & Security compares with the other 4 locksmiths on ProsGrade in Berkeley, using public Google ratings and review counts.

  • Ranks in the top quarter of the 5 Berkeley locksmiths on ProsGrade by Google rating and review volume.
  • Rated 4.7 on Google, well above the 4.3 average of other Berkeley locksmiths on ProsGrade.
  • Has the most Google reviews (317) of the 5 Berkeley locksmiths on ProsGrade.
  • One of 2 Berkeley locksmiths on ProsGrade rated 4.7 or higher from at least 10 reviews.

Services Covered

8 services
  • Residential locksmithMechanical and electronic locks, intercoms, deadbolts and door-closer accessories; high-security locks and keys.
  • Automotive locksmithLock and key installation, rekeying, lockouts and high-security car keys.
  • Commercial securityElectronic access controls, CCTV, remote video transmissions, master-key systems and commercial locks.
  • Lockout serviceResidential, commercial and vehicle lockouts.
  • Security cylinders and coresStandard and high-security cylinders; interchangeable and removable cores.
  • Key cutting
  • SafesFire and burglary safes.
  • Light welding

Reviews

What customers say

Customers describe helpful staff and quick key work; one customer says a blank BMW key was cut in under five minutes, while another says the visit for two new fobs was quick. One customer reports that a laundry-room garage-access lock stuck after installation and later would not work with the key.

Customer Reviews

David Castillo

I used this service in Sept of last year to replace the lock on my laundry room garage access door. At that time, they installed a new lock but the lock would get stuck upon installation usage, but the service tech said that it would be fine later. Now my key won’t work in the lock. In order to fix it, the phone operator from this service said it would be a minimum of $200 just to come see it even though it was a poor installation and or poor quality lock.
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Alison Potter MD

Every once in a while you come across a place that is just great at what they do. Josh and Conan were professional and incredibly helpful, unlocking my car hatchback that had stumped many car repair replaces. It has changed my life to be able to use the back of my car for hauling things! Can't recommend them enough-
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Sam Gast

Terrific experience! Josh Patton Brown took got me in and out quickly with two new FOBs, making sure everything worked perfectly. He thoughtfully explained the keying process and why some of my OEM keys would work and others wouldn’t. 5 star experience
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Braxton Gunter

Pat, Dan, Josh and another guy (Zack?) really took care of me with a blank key cut for my ‘99 BMW M3. Had to drive around a bit to find a shop that could help with this particular key and they made it look easy - handling it in less than 5 minutes. Funny crew and good energy in the shop. Happy holidays gentlemen and thanks again ????
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Taylor Langos

I went to Rex Key & Security to get a few copy of keys on Tuesday. When I arrived the gentleman Josh was very helpful he told me that the key I needed might not work and told me to come back if I had any issues. I came back today with the box for the key I needed and he was able to assist me successfully with getting the copy. Josh was so patience and kind. All the employees are very nice and they all seem to love their job. I would recommend getting your keys copied at Rex as customer service is everything and they went above and beyond. Thank you Josh and Rex Key & Security!
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Frequently Asked Questions

Are Rex Key & Security’s mobile locksmith services available around the clock?

Its mobile locksmith services are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

What does Rex Key & Security require for a replacement motorcycle key?

Rex asks for proof of ownership, registration and a driver’s license before handing over the key. Customers who cannot remove the ignition/key switch can bring the motorcycle to the shop for removal.