Free Basic Ignition Interlock Installation in Orange County
California Ignition Interlock handles court-ordered and DMV-required interlock installation on your schedule. Book an appointment at our Brea, Costa Mesa, or Lake Forest location - or let our certified technicians come to your driveway or workplace across Orange County. Same-day or next-day appointments are often available. One phone call gets you installed, trained, and back behind the wheel.
- Free basic installation
- Fewer service trips & fees - 60-day recalibrations vs 30-day providers
- California-certified Draeger Interlock XT
- Display available in English & Spanish
- Mobile service available
- Nationwide affiliate service locations
- Same-day or next-day appointments often available
Installation in Brea, Costa Mesa, & Lake Forest
Free Basic Ignition Interlock Installation
- Free basic installation
- Fewer service trips & fees - 60-day recalibrations vs 30-day providers
- California-certified Draeger Interlock XT
- Display available in English & Spanish
- Mobile service available
- Nationwide affiliate service locations
- Same-day or next-day appointments often available
Three shops across Orange County - plus mobile service to your door
Pick the location closest to you, or have a certified technician come to your home or workplace anywhere in Orange County - either way, we'll schedule an appointment that works for you. And you're not limited to our own shops - through our nationwide network of affiliate locations, you can get serviced while traveling or after a move. If your device ever goes into a violation lockout, we can often unlock it remotely, so there's no need to tow your vehicle to a shop the way some providers require.
Brea
2960 Saturn Street, Unit HBrea, CA 92821
Serving north Orange County - Brea, Fullerton, Placentia, Yorba Linda, La Habra, Anaheim and surrounding communities.
Costa Mesa
1908 Pomona Ave, Unit CCosta Mesa, CA 92627
Central coast location - Costa Mesa, Newport Beach, Huntington Beach, Fountain Valley, Santa Ana and nearby areas.
Lake Forest
23121 Orange Ave., Suite FLake Forest, CA 92630
South county hub - Lake Forest, Irvine, Mission Viejo, Laguna Niguel, San Juan Capistrano, San Clemente and beyond.
Watch the Draeger Interlock XT in action
A short walkthrough of how the Draeger Interlock XT works day to day - providing a breath sample, reading the display, and handling a rolling retest while you drive.
From your first call to fully compliant - four steps
Same-day or next-day appointments are often available, and we coordinate installation and servicing so you're not left chasing details.
Call or schedule online
Reach us at (844) 229-9122. Let us know your vehicle type and whether you'd prefer our Brea, Costa Mesa, or Lake Forest location - or a mobile visit at home or work.
Professional installation & hands-on training
A certified technician installs the Draeger Interlock XT and walks you through every step - how to provide a sample, what rolling retests look like, and what to do if something seems off. About an hour and a half for most vehicles - longer only if your car has non-standard or aftermarket wiring.
Receive your compliance paperwork
We provide the documentation the California DMV requires - including form DL 920, the Verification of Installation - to confirm the device is installed and active on your vehicle. Take it straight to the DMV to get your restricted or reinstated license.
Recalibrate every 60 days
Return on your own schedule for a quick recalibration appointment. That's half the frequency required by many other California interlock providers - fewer trips, less time off work, and fewer recalibration service fees, since most providers charge for each visit.
Fewer trips, clearer pricing, and service that comes to you
We coordinate your whole interlock experience - installation, 60-day recalibrations, and removal - across three Orange County service locations plus mobile appointments. You get one point of contact and a schedule built around your life, not a runaround between companies.
| What matters to drivers | Typical Service Provider | California Ignition Interlock |
|---|---|---|
| Recalibration frequency | Every 30 days | Every 60 days - half the trips |
| Where you go for service | One fixed shop location | 3 OC locations + nationwide affiliate network + mobile to your door |
| Backup device on hand | Often not available on-site | Stocked on-site for same-day swaps |
| Spanish-language option | Varies by provider | Draeger XT display available in Spanish |
| Violation lockout | Often requires towing to the shop | Remote unlock - no tow needed |
| Price transparency | Quotes vary, rarely match competitors | Written meet-or-beat guarantee |
| Installation cost | Typically $150-$500 depending on vehicle | Free basic install - labor only on atypical vehicles |
Draeger Interlock XT: alcohol-specific by design
Older interlock hardware uses semiconductor sensors that can be triggered by substances that contain no alcohol at all - things like cigarette smoke, acetone, or certain foods. The Draeger Interlock XT uses an alcohol-specific fuel cell instead, so it responds to alcohol (ethanol) and ignores those non-alcohol triggers. Important: this does not mean it ignores everything besides drinks. Anything that actually contains alcohol - hand sanitizer, mouthwash, some breath sprays and cold medicines - can register a reading. Rinse with water and wait a few minutes before testing.
The device is compact and offers prompts in both English and Spanish.
- Alcohol-specific fuel cell sensor - responds to alcohol exclusively
- Display readout available in English and Spanish
- Compact handset with clear rolling retest alerts
- California-certified statewide
Free standard installation with every lease
Basic installation is free when you lease through us - on most cars, trucks, and SUVs the whole install costs you nothing. More sophisticated vehicles (push-button ignition, aftermarket remote starters, or non-standard wiring) may require additional labor beyond the free basic install. When that's the case, we always quote the extra labor before any work begins, so there are no surprises.
Low price guarantee: send us a current, written quote from any legitimate, California-certified interlock provider and we will meet or beat their price. Period.
Service that keeps you on the road, not stuck at the shop
Remote unlock - no tow
If your device ever goes into a violation lockout, we can often clear it remotely - so you skip the cost and hassle of towing your car to a shop.
Nationwide affiliate network
Traveling or moving out of state? Our nationwide network of affiliate locations keeps your recalibrations and service on schedule wherever you are.
Display available in Spanish
The Draeger Interlock XT can show its prompts and readouts in Spanish, so every driver can follow the device with confidence.
Ignition interlock FAQs for Orange County drivers
How much does an ignition interlock device cost in Orange County?
Do you offer mobile ignition interlock installation in my city?
How often does my interlock device need to be recalibrated?
Can mouthwash or food cause a false positive on the interlock?
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What paperwork do I need to bring to my installation appointment?
Will the interlock device drain my car battery?
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Ignition Interlock Installation Across Orange County, California
California Ignition Interlock is Orange County's dedicated provider of court-ordered and DMV-required ignition interlock devices. Our three locations in Brea, Costa Mesa, and Lake Forest are positioned to serve drivers across the entire county - from San Clemente in the south to La Habra in the north, and from Huntington Beach on the coast to Yorba Linda inland.
Every installation uses the Draeger Interlock XT, a California-certified device with alcohol-specific fuel cell sensor technology. Unlike semiconductor-based devices offered by some competitors, the Draeger XT responds to alcohol (ethanol), which avoids false readings from substances that contain no alcohol - like cigarette smoke or certain foods. It does still register anything that genuinely contains alcohol, such as hand sanitizer, mouthwash, or some breath sprays, so drivers should rinse with water and wait a few minutes before testing.
For drivers who can't visit one of our three shops, we offer mobile ignition interlock installation and service throughout Orange County. Our technicians travel to homes, workplaces, and other convenient locations throughout the county, with same-day or next-day appointments often available. Whether you're in downtown Santa Ana, suburban Irvine, or coastal Newport Beach, we bring the appointment to you.
California law requires ignition interlock devices for most DUI convictions, including first offenses in many counties. The specific duration of your IID requirement depends on your offense, your county, and whether you're following the DMV's mandatory program or a court-ordered condition of probation. We help Orange County drivers navigate both pathways - from initial installation through final removal and compliance documentation.
Ready to get your restricted license back?
Most Orange County installations happen within days, not weeks. Free basic installation, 60-day recalibrations, and a price you will not beat.