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Avatar for SafeStreets - ADT Authorized Provider
SafeStreets - ADT Authorized Provider
4.8(
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Security Safe - Install

Serving Forestdale, AL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"AWESOME buying experience and setup experience! I just bought a house and wanted to make sure I was protected. They even helped me find a fantastic locksmith who gave a me great deal. Can't recommend highly enough. He gave excellent advice and saved me money in the long run with their current promo. Look no further for the best security company!"
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Recommended by94%of homeowners
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ADT
4.5(
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Security Safe - Install

Serving Forestdale, AL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1874

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Walter and Glen at Protect Your Home Group with ADT are the best people to talk to in terms of security alarm. Being a locksmith myself I know how important it is to deal with the right people. I referred a lot of customers to them and so far they are happy with their service. I myself got one for my house. Thank you for a consistent service and great deal."
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Handyman Express
5.0(
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Hardware, Latches & Tracks (Door) - Repair or Replace

Serving Forestdale, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right, plus we put love in every job. Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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Steel City Handyman
4.4(
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Hardware, Latches & Tracks (Door) - Repair or Replace

Serving Forestdale, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very prompt response. Solved my problem completely. Will hire again."
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Response time2 hrs
Response rate93%
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Hood Tech Solutions LLC
5.0(
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Security Safe - Install

Serving Forestdale, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

My name is Daniel Hood, owner of HoodTechSolutions LLC. I’ve always been the person friends, family, and neighbors call when something won’t connect, won’t print, won’t sync, or just won’t behave. Over time, that passion turned into a full‑service tech support business built on trust, professionalism, and genuine care for the people I serve.

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Atech Locksmith Birmingham LLC
5.0(
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LocksmithLocksmith - AutoLocksmith - For Business

Serving Forestdale, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Fantastic response time and friendly service. Atech is my go-to locksmith in Birmingham now!"
Response time10 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Frontpoint
4.7(
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Security Safe - Install

Serving Forestdale, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were easy to work with, professional, knew how to help me accomplish what I needed in a home system and were familiar with company and Angie’s Lost promotions. Simple process, easy to use."
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Locksmiths questions, answered by experts

Using a combination of tools (often store-bought plumbing tools) and brute force, a burglar can easily snap the lock on a door. Snapping a lock aims to gain access to the cylinder inside, which holds the locking mechanism. Once the thief snaps the lock, they can pick the cylinder open and walk right in.

If you don’t have your original key, the easiest way to obtain a copy is to call a locksmith. For house keys, your locksmith has several options for configuring a new key: 

  • They can input a lock’s identification code into a database to obtain key-cutting instructions.

  • They could analyze the lock cylinder to determine how to cut a new key.

  • They can create an impression of the lock cylinder from which to cut a new key. 

It could be difficult to get in and out of a lock for several reasons, such as the keyhole needing additional lubrication. Particles, debris, and dirt can also get into a lock, making a key stuck (the lubrication can help with the removal). 

There are several situations when you should change or replace your locks to ensure your home's security. Key moments include moving into a new house, after a break-in or attempted break-in, or when a roommate or anyone else with a key moves out. It is also wise to change your locks if you lose your keys, especially if they have an address attached or you suspect they were stolen. Finally, if your locks are old, broken, worn out, or have become unreliable, they should be replaced.

Expect to pay between $50 to $200 if you hire a locksmith to change your locks. That figure includes labor and the cost of basic hardware. The cost will naturally be higher if you plan to install more expensive locks, like smart locks, and if you need a lot of them.

Homeowners can save money by replacing locks themselves. A typical rekeying kit costs about $10 to $25. The only additional cost is purchasing new house keys, and those are no more than a few dollars per key. If you want to replace the locks on your own completely, the main cost is the price of the locks themselves. A standard knob-style lock starts around $25, while electronic locks and smart locks will run in the hundreds of dollars. The only additional tools you should need are a tape measure, screwdriver, and screws if they are not already provided.

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