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Locksmith Services Bay Area DBA Silicon Valley Locksmith
5.0(
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Serving Hayward, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Thank u guys for the help with my toyota corolla 2011 I was stuck over 3:30 hours waiting for a different company never showed up But 20 min after I called Silicon Valley locksmith they finished the job and I went back to work Thank u guys so much!!"
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Buddy's Locksmith Pro Lock
4.1(
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Serving Hayward, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Mike, my locksmith, called me right away, and we set up an appointment. He called from the road, and let me know his ETA. He listened to my description of the problem, and was willing to try to solve the issue. And fix it, he did! We can open our desk again! We appreciate his imagination and can-do spirit."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate89%
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A Better Cheaper Locksmith
5.0(
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Serving Hayward, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"I moved to my new home and needed five locks changed. The locksmith was very professional, quick and did a great job. Price was very reasonable and I would definitely use them again."
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Reliable Locksmith Bay Area
4.9(
45
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Serving Hayward, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Thank you to Max for being responsive, professional and coming out quickly to help me get back into my home. Recommending locksmith Bay Area to anyone I know"
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Response time3 hrs
Response rate86%
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Locksmiths questions, answered by experts

When the temps drop, sometimes you need to thaw a lock to regain access. Options include warming the key with warm water, applying a de-icing spray, or using a hair dryer on low heat. Avoid using boiling water to prevent damage. To prevent future freezing, consider installing a cover or shield over the lock to keep water and ice out. Remember to be patient and gentle during thawing to avoid damaging the lock or key. If all else fails, consult a professional locksmith.

Standard residential deadbolt locks come with a steel bolt that locks your door into place using a key (or keypad) on one side and a thumb turn on the other. When you lock it, the bolt slides into a strike plate on your door jamb to secure your door shut.

Typically, it can take around 15 minutes to rekey a lock. The time depends on the type of lock and how skilled you are at rekeying. The first time you rekey a lock, it may take a little longer. Once you get the hang of the process, it will move along much more quickly.

In some cases this is possible, but it’s not advisable as the screwdriver is likely to leave marks all over the wall and a noticeable dent on the door. Move slowly and carefully if you have to use this method, and consider calling an emergency locksmith right away instead of trying to break in.

Smart locks offer a similar level of safety to traditional or conventional locks because they often use comparable locking mechanisms, such as deadbolts. The primary difference is the access method: smart locks use a login or code instead of a physical key, which adds convenience. While not inherently safer, some smart locks have added security features that can deter intruders, like shutting down after too many incorrect code attempts or being harder to pick. For the best security, it's recommended to combine any lock with other home safety features like motion-activated lighting, security cameras, and window and door sensors.

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