"Locked out of my car at midnight in a parking lot. Hi-Tech had a tech to me in 22 minutes and back on the road in under 10. Professional and reasonably priced."
Marcus T.
Mission Valley, San Diego
Emergency Locksmith
24-Hour Emergency Locksmith in San Diego
Locked out at 3am? Broken key at the office? Stranded in a parking lot? Our 24/7 emergency locksmiths answer the phone, dispatch immediately, and reach most San Diego County addresses in 20–30 minutes.
What's included
- 24-hour locksmith service
- Emergency lockouts
- Car lockouts
- Home lockouts
- Business lockouts
- Mobile locksmith response
- Same-day service
How we work
We answer the phone live — no voicemail, no robocall menu — every hour of every day, including weekends and holidays.
Mobile vans are positioned strategically across San Diego County so we can reach you fast, whether you're in downtown San Diego, Carlsbad, or anywhere in between.
Pricing for emergency calls is disclosed up-front before we dispatch — you'll never be surprised by the bill.
Why customers choose us
- True 24/7 live dispatch
- 20–30 min typical on-site arrival
- Non-destructive entry whenever possible
- All major payment methods accepted
Need help right now?
Our dispatcher answers 24/7 — typical mobile arrival 20–30 minutes.
5.0 from hundreds of San Diego customers
What Our Customers Say
"Rekeyed every lock in our home after moving in. Clean work, explained everything, and the smart lock install looks fantastic. Highly recommend."
Priya S.
La Jolla
"Lost the only key to my truck. They cut and programmed a new transponder key on the spot. Saved me a tow and a dealership trip."
Daniel R.
Chula Vista
"Set up a master key system for our office and added panic bars. Truly knowledgeable about commercial security. Will use again."
Jennifer M.
Carlsbad
"Stopped by the shop for a key fob copy — done in 15 minutes, half what the dealer wanted. Friendly and fast."
Anthony G.
El Cajon
"Front door deadbolt jammed at 11pm. They came out, repaired it, and replaced it with a higher-grade lock. Saved my night."
Sarah K.
Pacific Beach
Frequently Asked Questions
Our mobile locksmiths typically arrive on-site within 20–30 minutes anywhere in San Diego County, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.