Tommy Locksmith provided excellent service! I had an issue with my key fob, and he arrived within…read more10 minutes of my call. He spent over 30 minutes carefully diagnosing the problem and made sure everything was handled properly. He was patient, friendly, and very knowledgeable. Really appreciate the effort he put in--highly recommend Tommy Locksmith to anyone

Called other locksmiths to get quoted for a key repair and was quoted expensive numbers for such a…read moreservice. Called Tommy and he gave me an amazing price. Quick and efficient and very reliable. Will continue to do business with Tommy.

Came here to get a lock rekeyed. $20/lock. They did it in about 15 minutes while I waited. The guy…read moreeven suggested I go to Home Depot to save money by buying a new lock set. But I preferred to get mine rekeyed so I have fewer keys. Always nice when they encourage you to save money instead of just promoting their business. I'd come back here.

Referred by our landlord - duplicated our keys at a reasonable price and were easy to work with.read more

My dealings with Blackhawk has been phenomenal. Muad did a great job of assessing and understanding…read moremy needs. I gladly recommend this company.

From the owner: Blackhawk Security Services provides a full range of security solutions. Since our founding, we…read morehave become one of Northern California's fastest growing independent security companies. Our teams of experienced security professionals provide customized security solutions for residential, commercial, and government customers. We offer a wide range of services such as armed & unarmed guards, executive protection, patrolling, mobile surveillance, and security technology solutions. Our mission is to not only protect your property, but also provide unparalleled customer service and flexibly tailored solutions to meet your needs. Whether you require guard services or security technology solutions, Blackhawk Security Services has the experience, resources, and flexibility to implement the solutions you need.

I'm so happy to write this five-star review for Anthony Byers…read more I've been wanting to improve the lighting and other security features of our Oakland home for some time and finally realized, I need some help to get it right! Anthony came by and went through our entire house, inside and out, looking for "soft spots" and recommending ways to harden our home to would-be criminals. Anthony isn't selling anything, and his rate is very reasonable. He cares about your budget and knows ways to get the job done without shelling out a lot of money. He is clearly an expert, with many anecdotes to share and lots of ideas. He's also a super nice guy! We've already started implementing his suggestions and are excited to reinforce our peace of mind. Don't be scared! Be prepared! (I just made that up. :-) )

Anthony Byers is awesome! Making sure our home is secured is a top priority. Anthony was able to…read moretalk us through what we needed for security while answering all our questions. He explained everything so we cajole understand while providing examples and and data to back it up. We were able to talk talk through our needs and the best way to make us feel secure. He is the perfect person for your security needs!

I really only come here for DMV services. I like it because even though the line might be long,…read morethey are quick and they get the job done without the attitude of normal DMV workers. I'll come back here for DMV services anytime, however I've not been here for anything else

I have been a AAA roadside service member for 12 years. I've received good service over the years…read morehowever today I was totally scammed about their battery warranty and can no longer recommend them. I had to get my car towed by AAA Friday because my car wouldn't start. My mechanic updated me Friday afternoon that the battery was dead and they were charging it. Then today, Monday he told me the battery was bad and could not hold a charge. I called AAA and asked if it was still under warranty- they said yes, ordered a driver and told me I needed to be at the mechanic to receive service. I confirmed they could do the service at the mechanic's and they said yes. I waited 2 hours and multiple phone calls to customer service for someone to show up. When the driver named Jope finally arrived, he asked me how often I drive. I said "every day." He then asked to see my mechanics work- my mechanic showed him their testing device and explained the battery won't hold a charge. The AAA provider then mumbled that if I don't drive enough... I interrupted him and told him the facts again: "I DRIVE THIS CAR EVERYDAY." He then said he has to jump it. My mechanic informed him he and AAA have to assume all responsibility for anything that may happen should he jump it in his shop. If the AAA service member is so certain that jumping it is a valid idea after my mechanic already ran and showed him these tests, then why did the service member step out of the shop to call AAA? He then told me he couldn't provide service inside the shop even though AAA told me earlier on the phone that as long as I was there, he could. I reminded him I was told on the phone my battery is protected under warranty and I was told on the phone I would be given a battery replacement. He said he had to jump it first. I asked him if he could jump it on the street he said yes but that he couldn't help roll my car out on the street. I then went inside to ask my mechanic if he and his shop would move the car to the street. While we were discussing this, the AAA service member must have driven off as when I stepped back outside to confirm we could roll it out, he was gone. Literally nowhere to be seen on the block or area. When I called AAA to file a compliant, they offered to send another driver. But why would I agree to that? So I could wait another 2 hours to be blamed for a battery that no longer works after 3 years by the next service person suggesting it died because I don't drive as much as I say I do??? Uh, no thanks. So not only did AAA give me false information on the phone, the service member refused to replace the battery, tried to gaslight me into thinking the battery didn't work because I don't drive enough (you can check the mileage I drive every single day!!) and then disappeared on the job without saying why, without coming into the shop to ask if/how I wanted to proceed. He literally vanished. This is the worst service I have ever received. I have lost complete respect and trust in AAA after being a loyal customer for well over a decade and will be looking for a replacement as I continue to share what happened to me on as many review sites as I can. STAY AWAY FROM THEIR BATTERY SERVICE. ABSOLUTE SCAMMERS WHO TEACH THEIR SERVICE PROVIDERS TO MAKE FALSE ACCUSATIONS AGAINST DRIVERS, WHO DON'T HAVE FAITH IN THE SAFETY OF THEIR OWN PROTOCOL, AND WHO VANISH MID SERVICE.

Ten years since I wrote my last review and 11 years since I first saw Amanda as a client. In those…read more11+ years I have gone back to school to get my degree, changed careers, gotten laid off twice (once during 2020), found work again in less than two months, and always found something higher-paying and with a better commute every time, as if the layoffs were a hidden gift. I have also nearly tripled my salary since I first saw Amanda and am much more satisfied with my line of work. I am also grateful to have found a new job in my field with a company that is hiring since I'm in a field in which the layoffs are higher right now. If I had never been a client of hers, I expect that I would be still be in a job that I didn't care about, making about half of what I make now, and working it only for the paycheck. Seeing Amanda was hands-down the best career decision that I ever made. My sanity, self-confidence, and bank account thank her. You will too, after a few sessions.

I recently moved to a new city without any connections, and took a job outside of my field. Amanda…read moreworked with me to develop a strong resume and cover letter, and to make connections in my field. Thanks to Amanda, I am starting an exciting new job this December. I highly recommend Pathways Career Consulting!

This local supplier is near my home. They were able to order some uncommon replacements for my…read morecombined fire alarm/security alarm system. They also referred me to a good installer who did a very neat job. I like that they answer the phone and reply to calls and emails. They have transparency in pricing and quote you a price rather than haggle. I also got some good advice on Cat-5 wiring.

This is a great LOCAL company, and we all need to support quality businesses like this. Judy (the…read moreowner) works very hard and knows her stuff. I bought all the stuff we needed to install a security system at my West Oakland corporation yard, and 5 years later it still works flawlessly. Remember, if companies like this disappear, all you have left are the mega-stores with employees that don't know Jack

In matters such as trust and estate planning--where legal expertise intersects with family,…read moreemotion, and long-term responsibility--I initially expected legal services to be professional, accurate, and error-free. What Summerall Law, PCand its entire team provided went far beyond that. I would like to extend my special thanks to Albert Wu. His thoughtfulness, patience, and genuine kindness made every interaction smooth and reassuring. More importantly, he is fluent in Chinese and was able to explain and confirm complex legal concepts in the language I am most comfortable with. The feeling of being truly heard, understood, and respected is invaluable to a client. It is clear that he not only understands the law, but also understands people. I was equally impressed by Patrick's professionalism throughout the document revision process. He did not simply "make edits," but carefully reviewed and refined the documents word by word, patiently addressing every concern until everything met my standard of clarity, confidence, and peace of mind. This level of respect for a client's expectations and dedication to detail reflects a rare and admirable professional integrity. During the final signing stage, Man, the signing assistant, also demonstrated exceptional responsibility and professionalism. The entire signing process was well-organized, clearly explained, and handled with great care, leaving no stress--only trust--at such a critical moment. Looking back, what truly stands out is that this was never the work of a single individual, but of a highly collaborative, professional, and accountable team. Their respect for the law, seriousness toward client matters, and commitment to professional responsibility genuinely moved me. I can say with complete confidence that Summerall Law, PC is the most professional, diligent, and genuinely compassionate legal team I have ever worked with. In matters as important as one's life and family, encountering such a team is a rare and meaningful good fortune.

Be extremely careful. They say you get what you pay for, and that's actually true. This place is…read morelike the McDonald's of law firms. For a flat fee, you can buy the worst, least personalized, and most incorrect will/trust thrown together using a template that doesn't even closely approximate what was discussed. My husband and I had a terrible experience with Summerall law recently. when we told our friends, TWO of them had had the exact same experience with this exact same firm. This firm didn't spend any time explaining major legal issues, they skipped important questions, and they left major details out of our will and trust documents. They got names wrong, they got details wrong, entire paragraphs were left out. When we brought it to an ACTUAL attorney, he was horrified. For something this important, it couldn't be more critical to find an attorney that will spend time on your plans for your family after you die. Skip Summerall Law, they are a disaster. p.s If you need further evidence, the owner of this McDonald's lawfirm ADMITS in her reply below that she *doesn't even remember* having us as clients. That's what happens when you spend zero time with your clients, rush them out the door, and cobble together a template estate plan that doesn't reflect their wishes. DO BETTER.