I've been here a few times and the service is always super quick and really friendly. I usually only have to wait a few minutes. They have been able to help me when I have non-standard keys as well. read more

Not a business that is brick and mortar. So getting a key made was not possible. That's plain sad

I have used this place for years! I drive a few good miles to come and get my keys duplicates for my clients. I have done duplicates in other places before and has issues with access. In real estate, this minor issue is a major problem if you cannot show a house or your clients have to sit there jiggle the door knobs. So, I continue to use this place because its reliable, it provides the best quality my clients deserve. read more

Tiny shop in Fred Meyer parking lot and it totally works. Plenty of parking, very little wait time, and easy access, noticed from the street. The husband wife duo usually can be seen together on most days. I've never had a key not work. They are professional and business like. Super easy to work with and I keep coming back year after year for various random key stuff. read more

What a great experience...a key shop that has it all including Vespa scooter blanks and duplication. Quick, Friendly service by the owner and the key worked perfect! Huge selection of rings and accessories...nice to work with a family run small business! read more

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Buyer beware! Asked up front if they handled car keys. Guy took my key and started duplicating it, no questions. Handed me a finished key about two times the size and weight of the original. Said "Your key is too skinny" and charged me $14.29. Suggested buying silicone spray to make it work. Yes, a total rip-off. Some would say dishonest. I'll just say, "Fool me once . . ." read more

duplicated a mailbox key for me that worked. home depot and lowes were made a copy of the same original key and it didn't work.

Super fast service you don't even need to take the key off of the ring! Pricing is comparable to the key kiosk machines but being a "non-standard" key it would have take a few days for the kiosk to have it mailed. Would definitely be back! read more

Quick service. Had a wide variety of key blanks available. Knowledgeable guy at the service counter.

Update 3/23/2022: QUICK IN AND OUT NO LAPTOP NECESSARY This is a shout out to Ali and his wife Shenaz, who not only quickly made a new key for my vehicle, but have even been able to quickly program it! Last time I had a key made for it, even my following directions in the owner's manual has not helped me to program it. But the other key maker did successfully program it using a laptop. What's amazing, was that Ali did not need a laptop! "OLD SCHOOL" COUPLE EVEN ACCEPTED MY CHECK! What's more? They even accepted a check. This meant a lot to me since I have to get a new credit card number right now. They have owned Overlake Lock & Key for 30 years now! Their hours ain't what they used to be (see photos), but they are to be commended just for being able to stay open during these UPROARING 2020s! Godspeed to you both Ali and Shenaz! read more

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I've been a loyal customer of this store for many years, as have some of my neighbors. It's a convenient location with plenty of parking, which makes it easy to visit. The owners may seem reserved at first, but once they open up, they're quite delightful and engaging in conversation. Every key I've had made here has worked perfectly, and I appreciate that they even provide referrals for other services when needed. I'll definitely continue to support this store. read more

I called for a quote to get extra keys for my 2 vehicles. I have 2 working keys for 1 Ford and 2 for the other. Based on the Yelp reviews, including push back not to use keys purchased online from the big online warehouse store, I decided to try Batteries+ located just around the corner (they were recommended in one of the reviews). I purchased 3 keys online ($16 for one and $25 for two). Today I took the blank key FOB and had it cut for $9.99. I verified it would turn on and then went through the Ford programing process for both the transponder and Fob (I had 2 working keys to start with). This took me less than 2 minutes and it works great. I'm going to take the 2 keys for my other Ford tomorrow and have both cut and only one of the transponders programmed. I should be able to program the 3rd transponder and both FOBs using Ford's programming process using the vehicle ECU. I did quite a bit of research before proceeding and your path forward may be different depending on the vehicle make, model and year. Remember to read you owner's manual and check out YouTube, lots of great information that can save you a lot of money. There's also a 3rd option if you only have 1 working key, you can buy a one and done programming tool on Amazon for around $64 (it can do multiple of the same key). I'm tempted to buy the commercial programming tool and use with my laptop and start a side gig doing this (it takes around $10 to do the programming). read more

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We were referred to Overlake Lock & Key by Home Depot to have a copy of our car key made. The technician was unable to make a fully functioning key AND triggered the car's warning system at the same time. He was unable to fix the car, and after many visits to car stores we had to go to the dealer to have the car's computer reset. It cost us $260, which exceeds the estimate for the key - and we don't have a new key. We have contacted the company a few times and still no reimbursement. We wish we had known that breaking the car with an expensive repair bill was a possibility; we would have definitely chosen to skip having a new key made at this time. read more

I had Overlake Lock and Key make a key for my Fiat 500. I only had the main key with the remote lock/unlock and needed a backup key that would unlock the doors and run the vehicle if I ever lost my main key. Overlake Lock and Key was able to create a new key for me in 15 minutes, and helped make sure it worked and was smooth in both the door handles and the ignition. The cost here is a fraction of the dealer cost. If you need a transponder key made for your Fiat in the Seattle area, this is the place to come. read more

This is my new favorite place to get keys duplicated. It made a copy today that's better than the original! I never thought a copy of a key would be better than the original, and the prices and customer service were good, which earns this place a five-star "Hooray! Best ever!" rating. The rest of this is a long story of just how much trouble this place has finally resolved for us. After trying various cheap places to get keys copied, I had settled on the Redmond Home Depot (which is about as good as it gets for big box stores). It and the Capitol Hill Seattle QFC that used to be a Fred Meyer were the only cheap places that got copies made right the first time, including other Home Depot and Fred Meyer locations. But I installed a (cheapo) new deadbolt on an interior door to keep my curious boy away from interesting breakable things in one room, and that lock has been pretty picky about keys; even the original was pretty sticky. Since keys sometimes get lost or wear out, I got three key copies made for that lock at Home Depot. They worked, but they were pretty sticky. I put one each on a lanyard for me and my wife, and stored the third with the original. Before long, the boy managed to find our storage place for the original and third copy, and lost the original and hid the third copy. We found the copy and chose a more secure place to hide it. Later, we managed to lose one of the lanyards, so it was time to get extra copies made. I asked for three -- and none worked! I returned for a do-over, and they tested out OK. We stored them with copy #3 and shared the lanyard. Recently, we've been using the lock more (longer story), and when I got out the three copies, they no longer worked. I took one of the working keys back for three more copies -- and none worked. Next time I'm there I'll get a refund, but I'm not making a special trip. We still needed another key copy, so this morning I went to Overlake Lock & Key, thinking maybe a lock professional could do better. It was about 11:15 am on a Saturday and they were kind of busy. Honoring their "one to two customers inside" sign (it's late 2022 and the pandemic is still with us), my boy and I waited outside while the previous customer finished. At our turn, I went in and chose a nice yellow key blank, telling them that Home Depot copies didn't work. They replied that they're locksmiths and Home Depot is "just a hardware store." Confidence or hubris? I would find out. They said to come back in five minutes, but didn't mind my boy's request to stick around to watch. Five minutes later (per my phone's alarm clock), the same guy I waited for earlier was there again, finishing his transaction. I paid for the key, adding a heavy duty split-ring for my car key to the tab. Back home, I tested the new copy. It's as smooth as a fresh key in a good quality lock! The key I copied it from is still pretty sticky, and takes extra force to turn. How did they manage that? I'm amazed. What about price? This particular key was $4.99 plus tax. The Home Depot keys were $3.29 -- but most of them didn't work. Paying 50% extra is worth it for a key that not only works, but is better than the long-lost factory key. And I'm supporting a small business that's been there for decades. read more

Not sure if the locksmith I met today is the same guy as the one who was reviewed here before. The one I met today has very strong accent and is very rude. I need him to duplicate two different set of keys. I can easily see that both two new keys are different from the original keys. The locksmith insists that they will work. Luckily I brough one of the lock with me and I test the new key immediately. Not surprising, it does't work. The locksmith immediately re-do this key and finaly it works. However, when I ask him to re-do another one, he refuses to do it and still insists it will work. At the end, he returns my money for the second key, and then he asks me to get out of here and don't come back again to waste his time. read more

This is honestly the cheapest and the best option in town! Highly recommended! Conveniently located at the Fred Meyer.

I had 4 keys made (Oct/2023). 2 for mail box and 2 for my apartment door. Total $29.15. Four standard nothing special keys for almost $30. Don't go there unless you want to get ripped off!!!!! read more

I dropped by Overlake Lock & Key on a Sunday afternoon to make a duplicate of a key. The owner (I think?) was knowledgeable and had the equipment and tools to immediately make copies for me. The price was pretty reasonable - around $8.37, for both keys. When I went, there was only one person in front of me, so my wait wasn't very long. However, when it was my turn, there was a growing line behind me. I would be mentally prepared for a waiting period. Parking is very convenient and easy. read more

Quick and easy! Good customer service, owner was very helpful and all our keys done in 10 minutes.

Poor service, rude, the keys don't work. the man is old and short temper. read more

I got my subaru key in 10 minutes. I called in to make sure but he told me to come by and told me the hours I went as soon as he told me gave him my key and he even offered to oil up my ignition because my original key was getting damaged from it. All in all I'm glad I went here. read more

These guys can make more keys and better keys than anyone I found. Sometimes I make the mistake of going somewhere else when it's more convenient and they don't make the key right or they don't have the key I need. Your best plan is just to start out here. If anybody can make the key they can. read more

This locksmith shop has been around for a gazillion years (okay, maybe closer to 40), and they've been consistently doling out excellent service over the whole time. I remember when I first moved to the Seattle area 20 years ago, I lived in an apartment up on 148th Avenue in Bellevue and something happened to my car key. I needed a new one, and fast, and this place made one up for me. I remember thinking back then, this was a really good place. Fast forward to this week... I needed a key to a locked bathroom at work. The key doesn't look special or out of the ordinary. I passed an Ace Hardware on the way home the other day. They make keys. They couldn't make a copy of the key, saying it's not a kind they carry, I should go to Overlake Lock & Key. I then went to the Home Depot by my house. They make thousands of keys each year and have a huge inventory of keys, surely there'd be no problem getting my key made here, right? Wrong! They too didn't have the type I needed. They recommended I go to the Fred Meyer next door or to Overlake Lock & Key. Since I was right there, I went to Fred Meyer. They too couldn't copy my key, saying I should go to Overlake Lock & Key. So today I went to Overlake Lock & Key and, you guessed it, they made up my key in less than 5 minutes. For less than $4. The guy working there is super nice and knowledgeable. He let me know that they do emergency locksmith jobs, at all hours. Good to know! Now I know to not waste my time by going to other locksmith ships, to just come here first. read more

I can't really complain about having a keysmith in a location as central and convenient as the Fred Meyer parking lot. They're also open during the construction that has taken many more months than it should have. I've brought in a few keys here to be duplicated, and they were fast and courteous in producing these copies. The price is also very reasonable, depending on how much you need their service. The whole place is within one tiny wooden shack, so I really have to complement the workers for not feeling claustrophobic all the time. Also, they apparently only do relatively simple keys. I've had them decline a key that was more complicated for some reason. Finally, keep in mind that you're not going to get duplicates that look exactly the same. They give you colors to choose from to distinguish them from the originals, but it's nothing that detracts from their service, especially considering how much of a lifesaver it can be to have spare keys. read more

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Overlake Lock and Key has recieved my key duplication business for years. The great thing about this locksmith is location. I can have my keys made while I do other shopping at Fred Meyers. Overlake Lock and Key was purchased a while back and I have to say that the service is even more courteous and helpful than before. read more

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The only place I know that makes DND keys! This is the second time I have brought business to Overlake Lock and Key. They are a life saver when you have tenants. I have searched far and wide for key makers that make DND keys, but no one does it! Though the prices are higher, their knowledge and expertise is what really sets them apart! They don't just make a key and say here you go...they make keys and guarantee their key cuts! They also help in suggesting what to do with locks and things if you have an issue. Funny enough, this place actually gets packed on the weekend. So allow a little bit more time. All in all, though they are a little bit more expensive than other key makers, I would hesitate to come back for key dupes as I know the key would work the first time and everytime after that! read more

The only reason I use this spot for keys is because it's a small business, and it's been around for years (and during COVID, it is a better option than Home Depot, as you avoid crowds and contact)... But, it is ridiculously over-priced and on separate occasion, our family has paid different prices to have the same keys made--which seems to indicate a discretionary pricing system by the owner... If you go there, get them to quote you a price before getting your keys made, as you'll save money and send a message to the owners. read more

I've been to this place several times to get keys made and it was always really great but today went to them because I had a major problem with my front door where the lock completely broke. We were originally going to call a locksmith but it was a snowy day and we thought it might be hours so we took it out of the door and decided to see if we could take it to Overtake Lock and Key to see if they could fix it or would know what to do. They were amazing! They were really busy but still said they could help me and after a short hour he had it completely fixed and working better than it ever had. We put it back in the door and honestly it is better than new. THANK YOU!!!! read more

I have come here to have the deadbolt rekeyed on a new house and to have keys copied. No need to go anywhere else! Solid local business.

Wish I'd known they had mobile service a few weeks ago, I wouldn't have had to hire a second guy to repair my door lock!!

This company is to be avoided, there is a much better locksmith 2 blocks away. I have prices charged over original quotes, keys not working, and the rudest people I have encountered in any business. Cold, impersonal, mean spirited and sarcastic. The prices are very high. They remain in business because of a great location. I bet any 5 star review if fake. Go there if you enjoy rudeness and abuse. The shop closes mid afternoon,4 PM, and house calls will be way overcharged. read more

My go to place for making copies of my keys! PROs: * Pretty cheap! I made two copies and bought three of those colored key toppers and spent around $7.00 on my most recent trip. * They have a large selection of key styles, colors, sports designs, etc. * They can make copies of most types of keys. However, I've only used them to make copies for small locks, doors, and cars. * Quick! They have literally made copies for me in under a minute. * HIGH QUALITY. I've NEVER had any issues with copies I get made from here. They work just as well as the originals, or sometimes better! CONs: * It's a small little hut. I guess if you're claustrophobic you might freak out a bit haha. But as I said above, you'll be out in no time! OTHER COMMENTs: * It is located on the southern side of the Fred Meyer parking lot, near the Les Schwab. FINAL THOUGHTS: Have you ever had your keys copied at a cheap-o place like walmart, only to come home and see that it doesn't work? Or maybe you have to push, punch, pull, or Chris Brown the thing in order to make it work. Well yah.. that sucks! I'm happy to have found Overlake Lock and Key to solve that annoying problem hahaha. As I said, it is my go to place for making copies. I'll be back! read more

My ignition sucks. It breaks keys. Rather, it bends them to the point of not being usable. The solution? Pay $300 for a new ignition... or hit up Overlake Lock & Key! There was only one guy working here (I'm not sure where they'd fit more people, so it's no surprise!), but it was quite a wait. However, once I got through waiting, he was super helpful. It took awhile to figure out exactly what to do for me - my keys were so bent he couldn't just copy them - but he figured it out and I came away with a couple new keys for $7. Yay! The keys are apparently magical, too, because even my ignition hasn't messed them up yet and it's been a few months. read more

This place has been here a long time nice to see it's still here. They've made a lot of keys for me over the years. They have always worked fine. Thanks guys read more

Key copying you can count on. At the risk of being redundant (see my other reviews about key duplication), we get a lot of keys copied for our business. Hundreds every year. One of my pet peeves is having to get a key duped a second time because the first attempt didn't work. These guys have been perfect. Not a dud in the bunch. It's usually not the closest place I can go. But, I'd rather drive here once and get it done right, then go back-and-forth to the place down the street because they can't get it right. Overlake Lock & Key is my "go-to" for key duplication on the Eastside. read more

Great service. even tho they are under near the Fred Meyer construction mess that has been coining on for what seems like forever, they are friendly, quick and reasonable. had some more keys made for my clients house doors. Knowledgeable and helpful when I inquired about re-keying my own home doors Although one must schedule in advance i am told, the price quote is the best I have ever been quoted. Wished I would have used them before I moved from my other home, as they would have saves me a bundle. read more

I lost my car key and bought a blank key (it is a transponder key but I didn't know at the beginning), and brought to them today, asking them to cut it for me. They said $38, and I said fine. They cut the key, and the key can open the door and can turn the ignition to on position, but cannot turn on the engine. I asked why, and they said it is transponder key and had to be programmed. I asked them: can you program it then, I will pay. They said "No". But they can cut a new one using a their own blank and program it for me, and the total (key + cutting + programming) is $80 (or $85). They told me that a mobile locksmith will charge me at least $80 even $100 to program my already cut-key, which means for me, spending $38 for a key that cannot start the engine and then spending another $80 for a key that can start the engine is a good deal. I really wasn't happy. They clearly knew the key need to be programmed, and didn't tell me this before hand, and was looking at earning another $80 after charging me $38. I guess it is my fault didn't do enough homework before going to them, but I felt that this just isn't the honest way to do business. I went to their store a couple of days ago asking whether they can make a copy of the key and I need a full functional key, but they only have the blank key but no remote fob, that's why I ended up buying the key + fob (which were sold together) somewhere else. If they have told me beforehand they won't program the blank key I bought elsewhere, I would have pay them $80, because I got a really good deal (about $30) on the blank key + fob combination and I could treat it as that I spent that $30 for the fob and then another $80 for the key. But now, no, even if I have to spend the full cost of new blank key + cut + programming, I will spend it with another locksmith. read more

I needed to make a duplicate key for my car's Yakima brand rooftop carrier. The Redmond Home Depot was unable to do so as this is a somewhat specialized key, and recommended Overlake Lock and Key. Convenient location. I walked right in. Handed the guy the key and told him it was for a rooftop carrier. He asked me, "how many do you need?". I said "two". He went directly to his wall of keys and located the right one within about 1 second. And 60 seconds later, I had my two keys. The guy was very polite and friendly. It was so much nicer than doing the drill at Home Depot where you need to track somebody down, and sometimes they're kind of grumpy about it. The total charge was $12.10. I like to pay for things at small businesses using cash if possible, to save them the credit card company charges. I had a $5 bill, and seven $1's, and a few $20s in my wallet, but no small change. He took my $12, and advised me not to worry about the ten cents. I will now come here every time I need keys made, and potentially for more complex locksmith needs should the need arise. read more

Two service men showed up and did an excellent job. I had forgotten to tell them the door requiring the drilling for the deadbolt was metal, not wood, so it required extra time and effort. They did a lot of extra work that I hadn't planned on just to get original door operating correctly. They still came in under-budget. They offered good sense advice and didn't oversell me, which could easily have been done. Very pleased. Will recommend them to rest of condo units. Ken at the Arbors read more