Terrible company the only thing to care about is how much they can charge you which is more that any other locksmith in town they overcharged the customers and they underpaid employees I wouldn't recommend using them at all that is unless you don't mind wasting money you would be better off going to Walmart and getting the key I would definitely shop around they are the most expensive people in town and not even close to the best I would recommend Swanson and Sons locksmith they are people you can trust that you will get the best value and the best work guaranteed and if you're a locksmith thinking about going to work for them I wouldn't do it they make you promises and don't keep them I can't say enough about this company they're the worst experience I've ever had definitely shop around and make sure you ask them to show you if they are a certified locksmith half of them aren't even licensed and before they do any work for you at your home ask the worker to show you his locksmith license before you let them do anything do not use these people at all all they care about is how much they can charge you and get away with they will screw you over and not even kiss you first oh and I forgot one more thing for those of you that don't like what I'm saying oh well I'm just trying to save people from getting screwed have a nice day read more

I highly recommend Bode & Bode. They provide great customer service and are extremely knowledgeable and helpful. They are super nice and patient too! I made back-to-back calls to Bode & Bode to ask for advice on replacing my front entry doorknob. The first time I called, Ethan was very helpful in suggesting that I take the doorknob with me when I went in to the store so that I could get the correct part. The second time I called, Casey answered and was extremely patient in walking me through how to remove the ancient doorknob. When I entered the store, I was immediately greeted and informed that someone would assist me shortly. I mentioned that Casey had helped me over the phone and I was told that he would be with me as soon as he finished what he was doing. Casey took a look at my old doorknob and said that I needed a 5 inch latch, which they had in stock. He helpfully explained how the doorknob was to be assembled and then passed me along to Ethan to finish the transaction. Oh, I found out that they manually cut keys, unlike other places that program the computer to cut the key (which will not work half the time!). read more

First VERY EXPENSIVE relative to work similar work done in past. Had them do a number of things but restrooms locks became a nightmare to get them to come out to install the correct locks we needed. They installed locks where customers keep locking the door behind themselves that requires constant questions whether restrooms are open or not and us walking in on customers that don't answer. 3 calls later for them to solve their original screw up of not install the correct restroom locks we requested, having to call another company out. Will NEVER use them again read more

I recently purchased my first home and was in need of new locks. I specifically wanted Medeco brand locks. I reached out to a few other locksmiths, but none carried Medeco. I found Bode & Bode listed on Medeco's website. After giving them a call, they confirmed that they did have stock. I called on July 1st and was scheduled for the next day. The appointment arrival window I was given during scheduling was between 1pm and 3pm. Arrival was a few minutes after 3pm, but work was started quickly. The work was complete in less than an hour and a half and the price I was charged ended up being a little lower than original quoted during scheduling. I am satisfied with the work that was done and am so thankful that Bode & Bode was able to get this done with short notice given that it was right before the 4th of July weekend. read more

great guys there! Very helpful in getting my a key for my harbor freight lock. Would definitely recommend these guys! You get what you pay for!!! read more

I had an appointment today to install four locks. Paul showed up at the start of the two appointment window. He installed the locks then keyed and existing lock so that I only have one key. Good job, Paul !! I've used Bode & Bode in the past and when I need their services again, I'll use them again. read more

All I can say is, if you are going in to Bode and Bode, get ready for some attitude from the guy working there the moment you say something he doesn't like, be it a simple question or pointing out that the key he made doesn't work. I called another locksmith and they were more than happy to answer all my questions without any sarcasm or condescension. read more

Locked myself out of my car, but these guys got me back on the road quick! Other places I had called told me I'd be waiting at least 2 hours, but Bode & Bode was here in 40 minutes. Pleasant on the phone and in person (). Will definitely call these guys for all my locksmith needs in the future. read more

I emailed Bode and Bode after locking myself out of my home this morning. Within minutes I got a call from John, who assured me they could meet me at my home when I got home from work, and informed me of the pricing up front. When we got home a little early, we hung out and waited for a bit until John got there. Within 10 mins we were in! John was so pleasant and even talked to my daughter and was great with her. I appreciate people like this who care and go above and beyond to be friendly and professional all in one. Thank you Bode & Bode for being AMAZING on a day that had started off so off kilter. read more

Today I visited Bode & Bode to get a key copied. They came highly recommended by a friend. Prior to my visit, I called to get an estimate for my service and noted it to implement in my budget. During my visit, the technician mentioned a price higher that what was quoted over the phone. I mentioned the call I made and a price I could recall close to my estimate. Unfortunately, I couldn't recall the technician's name that gave me the price when I called. Luckily, they price matched my estimated price. I was grateful. The service was quick and efficient. The music was good too. Thank you! read more

Bode & Bode came out to fix another issue with our safe yesterday. It was an extremely quick response and the locksmith came to an efficient solution. We appreciate Bode & Bode for their commitment to getting the job done right and will continue to use them in the future. read more

I just don't know where to start with the epically awesome review I want to give to Bode and Bode. They are located inconspicuously on 21st, between Capital and L streets. We live in a high water bungalow with doors that require a skeleton key. But the skeleton key had been long lost for a house which was built in 1900. I brought the locking mechanism to them at 5 minutes before they closed and I was greeted cheerfully! I began to write my pertinent information on an info sheet so I could leave the mechanism and they could create my key. Not 4 seconds into writing my info down a man appeared and put a key into the mechanism and turned it. SUCCESS! The key worked. I asked how much and they said, skiddadle! I will go back to Bode and Bode for the friendly, welcoming atmosphere AND their professionalism as well as they're remarked keys! Guys, thank you!!!! read more

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We have been customers of Bode and Bode for years and make a lot of keys but the customer service has progressively gotten worst. Today we spoke to the owner who was very rude and now I get why the customer service has gone down. It starts at the top! We'll find a new place to take our business. read more

Amazing customer service. I was quoted a price over the phone, when I got there the manager realized he had given me the wrong price(it should have been more) but he honored the price he previously gave me. Just like that, they earned my loyalty. I'll be coming back for all my lock/key/safe needs. read more

We got charged eviction surcharge fee of $300 in addition to service fee of $61. $361 for changing locks. Super steep in my opinion. Didn't hear of eviction surcharge fee from any other locksmith. Total rip off! read more

Ok, so let me start out this review with a word of advice - if you ride a bike, or use a U lock for any reason, take the 2 minutes and register the key! Otherwise, you will be like me - drunk, lost keys, no spare bike key, bike left on stop sign on 23rd and L for a week. Finally, I called Bode & Bode, who were eager to help. This rad man showed up in a van with all kinds of tools to try and pick the lock. After about an hour of almost-but-not-quites, he ended up using a gasoline powered circular saw to cut the lock off. Sparks flew about his feathered hair, he was kinda my hero. And he did it with a smile. Thanks dood. They are a bit pricier than other places to duplicate keys (which is why they lost a star), but the people who work there are awesome. The location is incredibly convenient as well. I think this is one of the last honest to goodness family owned/ran businesses in Midtown. read more

I get all my keys made there. They are prompt and always match. They have made a couple of house calls to change my locks. Also timely done.

Saturday morning the deadbolt on my 5 plex's laundry/storage room would not open. I needed in there and so do my tenants. I called Bode & Bode around 9:45am and by 10:30am problem solved. Quick, knowledgeable and friendly service. They have been in business since 1911 and this is why! read more

Several years ago, Bode and Bode fixed my front door locks. Not only was my deadbolt fixed, the technician correctly re-installed the door lock that my late husband had installed upside down. Today, I called to see if they come out and fix a stuck lock for the water heater closet. I was not looking forward to paying for a locksmith as well as a water heater repair. However, they told me to try lubricant first. And, it worked! As a widow and single mother, I appreciated how quickly they gave advice rather than charging me for a service call. Highly recommended! read more

I called for a neighbor who locked herself out of her house. She was very pleased with their quick response, Bode and Bode were there within a half hour. When next we need a locksmith Bode and Bod will be our first call. read more

If I could give this business 10 stars, I would. I have a Can Am Spyder. The key broke off in the ignition. The dealer said the only way to fix it would be to replace the ignition. That would cost about $750 parts and labor. I called multiple locksmiths. All of them, except Bode and Bode, said they couldn't help me. I called Bode and Bode. Took the trike to them. It took 2 guys less than 30 minutes to get the fragment of the key out of the ignition. They charged me for 1/2 hour labor. It absolutely made my day. They saved me hundreds of dollars. These guys are professionals. They know what they are doing. Their pricing is extremely fair. I couldn't be happier. If I ever need a locksmith for any reason, Bode and Bode will be my first phone call. Thank you doesn't begin to express my gratitude. read more

Quick service, professional workers, quality craftsmanship. I needed all the locks re-keyed on my house. Also, a new front deadbolt. Bode&Bode has a great downtown location with really nice desk help. They educated me on options and prices. They took my situation into account to advice on the best option for ME, not for their bottom line. I really appreciated their frank-ness on what works best and what my options are. Super helpful. I will definitely be returning. Thanks Bode&Bode! read more

I needed a new main key cut for my car. I was down to my valet key, and that wouldn't lock or more importantly, UNLOCK the trunk, which was now locked closed. I took in My glove box lock cylinder for them to figure out how to cut a master key. The counter guy looked at my valet key, looked at the lock cylinder, and selected a thinner BMW blank from their wall. Quickly copied the key onto the new, thinner blank, and Voila! it worked. So instead of just assuming they would have to do the more expensive service and not bothering to solve the problem easily, he made it quick and simple and I now have a handful of extra keys. Thanks! read more

After hiring a less-than-great locksmith for our first house, we went to Bode and Bode to have them fix all the mistakes that were made. A few years later when we moved into a new house we went straight back to Bode and Bode to have it rekeyed, and they did a great job! They were super-professional and everything just worked! We'll definitely be coming back for any locksmithing needs in the future. read more

Needed keys copied. I had stickers on them indicating which was which and the guy making my keys had the foresight to ask if he should engrave it into the keys he was making to help differentiate them as well. I didn't know they did that so I appreciate it. The keys work. Service was great. You can park on the street but they also have customer parking on the side of the building. 4 stars. read more

Came in today knowing exactly what I wanted. I was greeted by Ben who politely told me he had a better idea and it would cost me less. I always appreciate a business that places customer satisfaction above making a few extra bucks. The did my job for me while I waited without charging some bogus RUSH fee. read more

Any licensed locksmith can install deadbolts or re-key existing door locks. Bode & Bode can do it but will charge lavish rates for labor and materials. Does anyone believe a lock technician actually earns $135/hour? Would you pay $85 for a deadbolt at Home Depot? Does paying $900+ to install three deadbolts sound like a good value? That is what Bode & Bode will charge. Acceptable workmanship but grossly unacceptable cost. read more

These guys were great. Very patient with re-cutting a key to fit a very challenging lock. Eventually they suggested replacing the lock and providing two new keys at no additional charge. Awesome! I offered to pay the difference and they said no, better to have a happy customer, which of course I am! read more

Even though they have a wide range of keys for almost any key that you might need copies of, they lack 100% in customer service. The reception people need to a refresher course on common courtesy in dealing with customers. If I can avoid it, I will not be returning back to this establishment. read more

The customer service was through the roof. Reasonable pricing and fast. Friendly atmosphere when you walked in. They have definitely earned themselves an new customer. Great job, keep up the good work! read more

These guys are the bomb-diggity. Would I spend time hunting down my yelp password so I could come back out of reviewing retirement to write a positive review if they weren't? Of course not. Seriously though, they were super friendly and fast when I came in to get a spare key made and even MORE friendly and fast when that spare key didn't work and I had to get a new one made. And not only did they fix my old not working spare key, they gave me a BACK UP for free! Who does that?! These guys do. Go there. Now. Right now. read more

My go-to locksmith. Unfortunately I seem to put myself in a position often where I need one (but that's another story.) These guys are fast, reasonable, and trustworthy. I have an older home and the door is settling and they gave me a work around for a problem that the settled door was giving me. Better to schedule a visit though instead of needing them for a lock-out. But they still will deliver if you mess up after hours. read more

When we called these guys to unstick our dummyface door lock (which had been jamming for months) we got a smoothly locking door in less than 15 minutes! Not only did their repairman (i think his name was Paul) fix the deadbolt, he was also able to copy a key for our car, AND he even gave me advice to save a withering succulent I had placed by the front door. Definitely give these guys a call, you'll be glad you did :) read more

I recently went to Bode & Bode to get a key made for one of my clients. I walked in all kinds of bleary eyed and not knowing what I or who I needed to talk to...Mike helped me right away. He was super nice and very helpful. Not only did he make a key that fit perfectly in the lock at my client's house the first try but, he hooked me up with a whole sale order on items that I needed for my business. I will not hesitate to go to Bode & Bode again...even before I have had my coffee. read more

Before visiting Bode and Bode, I called in to see if they could make a copy of a lock box key that required a locksmith to make. The receptionist who answered the phone was not very helpful as her response was "well I cant see the key so I cant tell you if we can do it or not" and offered no further help. I decided to visit the store location despite the receptionists odd attitude and I was greeted by a young man who had a very helpful and pleasant demeanor. He quickly assessed the job and gave an estimate, 3 minutes later he had the key done. So avoid calling or dealing who every answers the phone at Bode and Bode. Just go in and the service is much better. read more

I had such wonderful help from Chris last week with a lock on my patio door! He went 150% To help us. What a good choice I made with this company. Thank you Chris read more

I work for a non-profit and we have used this company as our go to locksmith for the past 15 years but will not be using them again. Had to transfer our door lock software to a new computer. Tech shows up on time, spends about a half hour here, uses my flash drive to transfer the data but has to look at my manual to see if there are any instructions on how to do it. Seemed to me he had no idea what he was doing but somehow managed to get it figured out. Got the bill and was charged for an hour labor as well as an $85 service charge for a total of $220, which was very different than the quote I received over the phone. When I called to dispute it, they said the tech was here for 52 minutes (untrue) but that they would adjust it to a half hour of labor versus the hour. When I asked what time he said he was here from, they said 9:18 to 10:10, which is a lie. I don't even get here until 9:30 and he didn't show up till 9:40. The billing person didn't seem to care much when I brought this up. After hanging up, I realized I couldn't let it go so I called back to speak with the service manager. I let him know that I was grateful the billing person adjusted the invoice. I then told him I thought he should be aware that the technician was dishonest in reporting the time he was here. His response "okay, thanks". Are you kidding me??? It's very clear that they do not care about honesty or integrity at this company. read more

I called them and looked at their website!! They have credentials on their webpage! Which makes me a believer. I have the unfortunate story that my bro. called this other company who has ONLY an address listed in Tennessee for Sacramento!! Seems shady to me!! She was very helpful and up front about costs!! They get my vote!! And keeping them in mind for future issues!! read more

Thank you to Bode and Bode for their wonderful help today! My key was stuck in the ignition in my car. How? Why? I didn't know and was so frustrated. Turned out it was an issue with something blocking my gear shift. Yes I'm blonde. These guys figured it out quickly, easily and with a smile....no charge. Now that's great customer service! Thanks again for saving my day. read more

I recommend going to Bode & Bode Lock & Safe. Not only John helped me out pick a safe box. He was also able to deliver it to my house since the safe box would not fit in my car. They have friendly customer service and the price is just right. read more