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Ernie's Mobile Lockworks
5.0(
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LocksmithLocksmith - AutoLocksmith - For Business

Serving Cottonwood, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Our mission is to provide excellent workmanship and customer service. We strive for our clients satisfaction from beginning to end of the project. We pride ourselves on fast, friendly and quality service. We look forward to your business!\n\nI have been a locksmith for over 40 years. Previously I was a police officer for 14 years including Chief of Police.

Response time5 days
Response rate100%
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Frontpoint
4.7(
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Security Safe - Install

Serving Cottonwood, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The equipment is easy to install, no need to hire anyone. Any questions will be answered with a phone immediately. I never had to wait like other places. I was treated fairly and with respect."
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Security One
4.1(
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Security Safe - Install

Serving Cottonwood, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Credit card accepted

"I switched from another company to Security One, they use the same equipment. They had to come out and recode everything. I simply switched because of the financial benefit. I have only had them for a few months, and I haven't had any problems with them. They save me some money every month.  When my alarm went off, they did call me."
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Recommended by84%of homeowners
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AIO Integrations LLC
4.6(
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Security Safe - Install

Serving Cottonwood, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"There were many things wrong in my computer (my fault and letting grandchildren on computer) Robert was so helpful, gave me many good instructions to keep everything safe, which I have written down, feel like I have a new computer. He was so excellent and experienced, took his time and was meticulous about what needed to be done. He was a pleasure to work with and I will use this company again! Linda Disy"
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Recommended by91%of homeowners
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EMC
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Hardware, Latches & Tracks (Door) - Repair or Replace

Serving Cottonwood, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I got lucky hiring Mitch. On time, honest, fair price & good work. Now I have a handyman for all the work I need done. It’s a relief to know I have a ‘go to person’ I can rely on!"
Sagging gutter and rotten facia
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Remove gutter, cut out rotten wood
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Painted and replaced 2x6

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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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SkyCover
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Security Safe - Install

Serving Cottonwood, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

SkyCover provides a total home security and automation solution that is 100% wireless with 100% cellular monitoring and no long-term contract. SkyCover monitoring includes interactive services for remote system control and access. Trust SkyCover to deliver with risk-free 30-day trial, free shipping and no long-term contract monitoring.

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Locksmiths questions, answered by experts

Lock bumping is a technique locksmiths use to quickly and quietly open a pin tumbler lock, typically found in most types of deadbolts. It involves inserting a specially crafted key, or bump key, into the lock and tapping or "bumping" it with a mallet or similar tool. The force applied causes the lock's pins to jump momentarily, allowing the lock to be turned and opened. Unfortunately, thieves also use this technique to break into homes. Luckily, products like a deadbolt strap will fortify your lock.

There is a reason many commercial garages and storage facilities have roller garage doors. They stand out as one of the most secure options due to their unique design. The compact installation and absence of visible leverage points on the sturdy aluminum curtain make them a formidable obstacle for potential intruders. 

Several types of deadbolts are available, including single-cylinder, double-cylinder, rim, smart, and electronic deadbolt locks. The most common type found in U.S. homes is the single-cylinder deadbolt, which uses a key on the exterior and a thumb turn on the interior. A double-cylinder deadbolt features two locking mechanisms and requires a key to be operated from both the inside and the outside.

The best type of deadbolt depends on your specific needs. If accessibility is your primary concern, a single-cylinder deadbolt is the easiest to operate. Mortise locks are likely the most secure type of deadbolt you can install, but single-cylinders combined with secondary locking mechanisms like vertical locks are also a great option. Smart locks will give you the most flexibility to open and close your locks whenever and wherever you need to. 

Yes, most pros encourage you to change your locks when you move into a new home. While the previous owner may hand you their keys, you have no way of knowing whether other copies exist elsewhere. Changing your locks as soon as you move in is a great way to ensure that you can enjoy new, fully functioning locks that will work with your unique key or code.

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