Locksmith services include key duplicating, lock rekeying, and lock installations for commercial and residential door hardware. We can provide commercial, residental, digital, and high security locksets. We also provide automotive transponder keys and remotes. Come visit our store on South Hoover Street between Washington and Venice in Los Angeles, just minutes away from the USC campus.

After hours service is available. We have been providing locksmith service in Los Angeles since 1974. Viva Zapata Lock and Key is here to serve your business, home or auto in our Los Angeles service area.

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Automotive

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Nobody likes being locked out of their car. We have places to go, things to do, and with our vehicles being as smart as they are nowadays, being stuck outside of one can be a major hassle. It's in cases like this that knowing a trained, licensed locksmith can be a lifesaver. We can also help if your ignition key becomes worn, bent, or otherwise unusable.

Commercial

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Having peace of mind when it comes to the locks on your home is one thing, but what do you do if you have an office, or a series of offices, with expensive equipment? You call Viva Zapata Lock & Key to find out what we can offer! Whether it's a single lock, or a floor of office suites, we have the training and experience to keep your offices and rooms locked.

Residential

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Our clients pick Viva Zapata Lock & Key for their residential services because they know we will be there quickly to address their lock and key needs. Having peace of mind knowing your home is secure is something you can't put a price on. We do our best to make sure the work we provide to you is not only the best, but also affordable, without the extra fluff.

E. B.

Mar 14, 2022

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Good price. I had all 10 of my residential door locks re-keyed. Five deadbolts and five knob locks. They were ready the next day. I saved money by taking the locks to the shop. Price was $10 per lock. Can't beat that!

Luis Guerrero

Jan 26, 2022

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Mr. Zapata has been in business for 40 years. Great customer service. I was given a quote over the phone.

Damon Scott

Aug 15, 2021

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I called first and they were very transparent and quoted prices when I arrived I found they are very knowledgeable and found the key I needed $4.00 for a copy that previously cost me $20

Darleen Rickel

Dec 01, 2019

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Omg the owner was so cool and literally came after 10mins of calling! He was very affordable and had a great personality. It was so convenient and very very dependable. I will definitely call him any time I need a locksmith service. totally satisfied.

Lindsay Arth

Mar 21, 2019

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I arrived an hour before closing time and the door was locked but the sign said open. I stood out in front to do a phone search for another locksmith but then this lady huffily opened the door and let me in. After a prolonged awkward silence and no eye contact she asked me how she could help me and went on to say if I needed auto keys made that employee was out.

I showed her the house keys I needed cut and sensed that she was inconvenienced by my presence so I said never mind and took my business elsewhere. I'd drive twice as far for a friendlier interaction and needless to say I won't be going back.

Nicolas Nelson

Jun 26, 2018

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Love these guys. Genuine experts who are also friendly and helpful. And bringing in my balky deadbolt saved me a $65 fee to fix it on site! I wouldn't mind paying that fee if I had to, but so glad he mentioned that I could do it this way instead. I find deadbolt installation pretty easy, but locksmithing is beyond me.

John

Aug 18, 2016

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Family run business with a wide selection, fair prices and ability to cut and program automotive keys at a discount to the dealers. Very happy with the service.

Robert

Jun 23, 2016

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Absolutely top notch. Zapata is great in terms of service, knowledge, skill and efficiency. This is a well deserved 5 star business that I am actually (sort of) happy to need! Not like your money is going to wasteful middle men who don't do jack. Price very reasonable. They came out same day for a lock issue one front door, which has a 100 year old lock it seems.

Chase

Jun 11, 2016

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Thank you Mo! Just got my transponder key cut and after the second try (minor adjustment). Success! I wasn't expecting the key to work due to my part but for a fraction of Lexus dealer price I have a brand new key.

Justin Hunt

May 04, 2015

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I lost my car keys on a Sunday and, as a commuter with work on Monday, was freaked out to say the least. Viva Zapata Lock & Key sent Eli to help me get into my car and he had a key cut for me within 20 minutes.

Marcus Decker

May 04, 2015

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I recently bought a building and had the majority of my locks replaced by Viva Zapata Lock & Key. Gal did a great job, was very helpful to educating me about different locks, and was able to match or beat competing quotes while at the same time offering me a higher grade of hardware.

Marcus Decker

Feb 05, 2015

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I recently bought a building and had the majority of my locks replaced by Viva Zapata Lock & Key. Gal did a great job, was very helpful to educating me about different locks, and was able to match or beat competing quotes while at the same time offering me a higher grade of hardware. I have since had a couple minor issues with the insane cold weather and how my locks reacted to that, but both Gal and Josh have been very quick to come out and make sure everything was working properly, and would make any modifications for me right on the spot. I'm very pleased with the service they provide and have already been referring them to clients of mine.

Christian Arevalo

Oct 11, 2014

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Good and fast service! No complaints whatsoever! They even have some nice Zapata paintings. Ha!

Francisco Alvior

Feb 21, 2013

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BEST locksmith in Los Angeles! Not just a very professional locksmith but also a great person. I'm definitely blessed to come across Zapata. BEST dressed locksmith too.