Trusted Locksmith Services in San Diego & Western Riverside Counties
Licensed • Insured • Family-Owned • Since 2005
Need a locksmith you can trust? Count on Busy Bees Locks & Keys for fast, professional and friendly locksmith service — residential, automotive and commercial — across San Diego County and Southwest & Northwest Riverside County.
Our Services
Full-service locksmith company for residential, automotive and commercial security solutions.
Residential
From house lockouts and rekeying to high-security lock installation, mailbox locks, key duplication, and safe access, our residential experts handle them all with perfection.
Automotive
Lost your car key? Locked out? Don’t pay dealer prices or tow your vehicle— we come to you. Get replacement car keys, remotes, transponders, and motorcycle keys on-site.
Commercial
Security solutions for businesses — install and repair access control systems, panic bars, door closers, master key systems, doors, ADA/fire code compliance checks.
Safe & Vaults
Our GSA-certified safe technicians can open, repair, and maintain all types of safes—mechanical or electronic. We serve homes, banks, businesses & government agencies.
Access Control
Installs and services for modern access control systems. From keypads, key fobs, and biometric readers to advanced networked systems, we simplify access control.
Hardware Installation
Hardware installation and repair for homes and businesses, from commercial door installation, door handles, locks, and latches to advanced security.
Emergency & Mobile Locksmith
Locked out of your house, office, store or car? Dealing with a security emergency? We offer rapid-response mobile locksmith service in San Diego and Riverside Counties. Our locksmith team is ready to assist you with fast, courteous help at your location.
Our Shop Locations
Multiple locations, a large fleet of locksmith vans, and expert locksmiths serving San Diego and Riverside Counties.
Mission Valley
Address: 6160 Fairmount Ave. Suite F, San Diego, CA 92120
Hours: Mon-Fri: 9AM-5:30PM, Sat-Sun: 9AM-5PM
Chula Vista
Address: 386 East H. St, Suite 209, Chula Vista, CA 91910
Hours: Mon-Fri: 9AM – 5:30PM, Sat: 9AM – 5PM, Sun: Closed
Santee
Address: 9113 Mission Gorge Rd, Suite A, Santee, CA 92071
Hours: Mon-Fri: 9AM – 5:30PM, Sat: 9AM – 5PM, Sun: Closed
Escondido
Address: 250 Woodward Ave, Suite C, Escondido, CA 92025
Hours: Mon-Fri: 9AM – 5PM, Sat: 9AM – 5PM, Sun: Closed
Murrieta
Address: 26019 Jefferson Avenue, Suite F, Murrieta, CA 92562
Hours: Mon-Fri: 8:30AM – 5PM, Sat: 9AM – 5PM, Sun: Closed
Mobile Service Hours: Mon-Fri: 8:30AM-5:30PM; Sat-Sun: 9AM-5PM (Open 7 Days)
🐝 Why Choose Busy Bees?
✔️ Family Owned & Operated since 2005
✔️ Licensed & Insured (LCO #6440, C28 #974438)
✔️ 6 Local Shops across San Diego & Riverside Counties
✔️ 30+ Mobile Vans for Fast Response
✔️ Open 7 Days a Week
✔️ 2,500+ Five-Star Reviews on Google & Yelp
✔️ Members of ALOA & SAVTA
Busy Bees Locks & Keys is a licensed, insured, and locally owned locksmith company serving San Diego County and Western Riverside County, including the Temecula Valley. We hold California locksmith and contractor licenses (LCO #6440, C28 #974438).
With 6 shop locations (Downtown San Diego, Mission Valley, Chula Vista, Santee, Escondido & Murrieta) and a fleet of 30+ vans, help is never far away. Over 2,500 five-star reviews on Google and Yelp. Real reviews from real customers who trust us with their homes, businesses, and vehicles.
Choose Busy Bees, the locksmith company that puts integrity first.
2500+ Top Ratings on Yelp, Google for Our San Diego Shop Alone!
Top-Rated by Locals!
“I tried calling multiple other locksmiths and Busy Bee was the most helpful and professional to deal with overall. Our Locksmith Tony was extremely professional and polite. He was here exactly when they said he was going to be here and was finished in a timely matter. 5 Star in my book. Thanks Busy Bee!.”
— Richard
“Easy to book online, staff kept me informed about all costs upfront. My locksmith was courteous and efficient. So nice to get a long delayed task done! Highly recommended.”
— Gayle
“I have gone there several times with keys I needed copied that I couldn’t get copied anywhere else. Every time they have had a new key cut faster than I could pull out my wallet. Their service is so good and prices so reasonable, I don’t know why I would go anywhere else.”
— Steven
Affiliations
Busy Bees is a member of reputed trade organizations, and partners with some of the best industry leaders.
FAQs
What locksmith services are provided by Busy Bees?
Busy Bees provides residential, automotive and commercial locksmith services, including house lockout assistance, car lockout service, key duplication, key replacement, lock rekeying, door lock installation, access control system installation & repair, safe opening, safe combination change and commercial door installation.
What is the service area of Busy Bees Locks & Keys?
With shops in five locations across San Diego County and one shop in Murrieta, Busy Bees serves all of San Diego County (including North County, East County & South Bay/South County) and Western Riverside County (Southwest & Northwest Riverside County, including the Temecula Valley), CA. Our service area includes San Diego, Chula Vista, Carlsbad, Oceanside, Encinitas, La Mesa, Vista, Poway, Santee, Escondido, Mission Valley, San Marcos, National City, El Cajon, Fallbrook, Oceanside, Temecula, Murrieta and other locations in San Diego County and Riverside County.
Is Busy Bees a licensed and insured locksmith company?
Of course. Busy Bees is a licensed locksmith. For California locksmith license is LCO # 6440 (for Downtown San Diego location). We also have a valid CA contractor C28 license: #974438. We are insured and bonded for your peace of mind.
Is Busy Bees a cheap locksmith company near me?
We are an affordable and fair-price locksmith company near you in San Diego County & Riverside County. Our services are competitively priced with other professional locksmiths in the area.
Does Busy Bees provide mobile locksmith services in San Diego County and Riverside County?
Yes, we provide mobile locksmith services in all of San Diego County and adjoining Western Riverside County. When you are searching for an emergency locksmith or a locksmith near me in San Diego or Chula Vista, Escondido, Temecula or Murrieta, call us for fast and reliable locksmith services. With a large fleet of locksmith vans and experience locksmiths, we provide emergency and mobile locksmith services.
How much does a local San Diego locksmith cost?
Our services are fairly priced. For on-site locksmith services at your location, there is a house call or service call charge, starting at $100. Our house lockout service costs $130 onward. If you want to save money, you can visit any of our stores for services such as key duplication and car key programming.
Busy Bees Locksmith | Top-Rated Locksmith Company in San Diego CA & Beyond | Residential, Automotive / Car & Commercial Locksmith Services
Busy Bees Locks & Keys Inc. is a family-owned and operated locksmith company serving San Diego County (including North County, East County & South County/South Bay) and Riverside County (Southwest & Northwest Riverside, including the Temecula Valley). With conveniently located storefronts in Downtown San Diego, Mission Valley, Chula Vista, Santee, Escondido, and Murrieta, we are proud to be recognized as one of the most reliable locksmiths in the region.
Rated A+ by the Better Business Bureau (BBB) and backed by hundreds of real 5-star customer reviews, we have built our reputation on trust, honesty, and quality service. We are the locksmith you can count on — whether it’s for your home, business, or vehicle. Hablamos español.
Residential Locksmith Services
- House Lockout Services
- Emergency Locksmith Service
- Lock Rekey / Rekey House
- Hardware Installation
- Master Keying
- High Security Locks: We sell and install pick-resistant locks such as Medeco and Schlage Primus.
- Mailbox Lock Replacement
- Key Duplication and Laser Key Cutting
- Lost Key & Lock Replacement
- Change Locks / Install Door Locks
- House Rekeying Locksmith
- Service Old Locks
- Cabinet & Locker Keys
- Safe Locksmith Services
- Locksmith for Safe Opening
- Safe Combination & Lock Change
- Eviction Locksmith Service
Automotive & Car Locksmith Services
Busy Bees is your expert automotive locksmith company in San Diego County and Riverside County, CA. We cut keys, program transponders, and fix ignitions — all on-site anywhere in San Diego County and Western Riverside County. No towing required. No waiting all day. Cheaper than the dealer! You can order lost/broken car key replacement with us instead of the car dealership and save hundreds of dollar.
- Car Lockout Service
- Laser Cut/Sidewinder Keys
- Transponder Keys
- Computer Chip Keys
- VATS Keys
- High Security/Dealer Only Keys
- Ignition/Door Lock Repair and Replacement
- “Dealer Only” Keys
- Car Fob Key Copying
- Immobilizer Reflashing
- Re-Key Entire Vehicle
- Car Keys Made
- Replacement Car Keys
- Car Keys Extraction
- Unlock Car Door
- Car Trunk Unlocked
- Car Keys Remote & Fob Programming
- Lost/Broken Car Key Replacement
We provide cheap car keys and remotes without compromising on quality. Our keys come with a guarantee too! We can make car keys and program remote and fob keys for most domestic and foreign cars.
Busy Bees is among the few San Diego locksmiths who can make motorcycle keys and scooter keys too. Our San Diego auto locksmith services include: motorcycle replacement keys, motorcycle lock repair, motorcycle security locks removed, motorcycle fork locks, motorcycle seat locks, motorcycle disc brake locks, broken motorcycle keys removed, and motorcycle gas caps opened.
Commercial Locksmith Services
Keep your business safe with professional commercial locksmith solutions. Our commercial locksmith services are ideal for offices, retail stores, shops, schools, healthcare establishments, hospitals, multi-premises businesses, healthcare facilities, warehouses, commercial buildings, and more. We also help businesses remain compliant with ADA accessibility and fire safety codes.
Access Control & Security Systems
- Access Control Systems
- Keyless Entry Systems
- High-Security Lock Installation
- Mortise Lock Installation & Repair
- Keypad Digital Locks
- Biometric & Fingerprint Locks
- Access Card & Key Fob Systems
- Magnetic (Maglock) Door Locks
- Master Key Systems
Door Hardware & Entry Solutions
- Panic Bars / Exit Devices
- Electric Strikes
- Door Release Systems
- Keyless Entry Systems
- Door Closers
- Continuous Hinges
- Emergency Exit Doors
- Fire-Rated Doors
Office Lock & Cabinet Solutions
- File Cabinet & Drawer Lock Replacement
- Gate & Perimeter Locks
- Lock Rekeying & Repairs
- Security Upgrades
- ADA & Fire Code Compliance Audits & Upgrade
- Emergency Commercial Locksmith Services