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

Serving Lakeside, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I would like to recognize employee Doug A at SafeStreet/ADT. We’ve had an old security system sitting in our house for over 15 years without service or functionality. He took the time to explain the differences between how the old systems work and how the new systems work. He was patient with us, and we are happy customers."
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6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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ADT
4.5(
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Security Safe - Install

Serving Lakeside, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1874

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My alarm installer Conner was very easy to work with. He was on the job site on time. He explained how the system work clearly. He took the time to hide all the wires and cleaned as he go. I'm happy with his installation. We highly recommend ADT Authorized Premier Provider to anyone that needs a new alarm or security system."
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Home Security Essentials

+35

56 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Level Up Contracting Inc
4.7(
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Hardware, Latches & Tracks (Door) - Repair or Replace

Serving Lakeside, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"C&H Cleaning & Handyman Services Formally Cristina and Jared's Cleaning I have used C & H Cleaning and Handyman Services for about a year and a half. I highly recommend their services. Originally I hired them to clean my house before a party. While they were at it I had them fix some things around the house. They did such a good job I hired them to clean my mothers house for an event and then I gave my daughter a clean house as a Birthday present using their services. Currently they come every two weeks to clean my house and they do a very great job. Usually I have the same person all of the time, she is very through and efficient. She helps do special little projects, like cleaning and organizing a closet. On occasion when the regular person could not come, Al the owner comes with the replacement to make sure that they know what I like. They also bring their own cleaning supplies. They use something better than BONO on my wood floors. I found they also steam carpets , so I had them steam clean an area rug that was filthy and had really thick pile. It looks great now."
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Response time3 days
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Legacy 777 LLC
5.0(
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Hardware, Latches & Tracks (Door) - Repair or Replace

Serving Lakeside, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

We specialize in handyman services, home repairs, home improvements, and more. \nOur service is efficient and prompt. We provide a service with high end standards and our clients are our top priority. Please see some of the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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A L Prestige Locksmith
4.0(
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Locksmith - For Business

Serving Lakeside, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

A L Prestige Locksmith is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Response time2 hrs
ASAP Lock And Key
5.0(
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LocksmithLocksmith - AutoLocksmith - For Business

Serving Lakeside, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

At ASAP Lock&key our goal is to solve every problem as to do with your and your goods in it, by securing it by a professional way.\n​\nKeeping your home security in high level it is in our top priority.\nASAP Lock&key  services has years of experience in keeping secure residential facilities and we providing the top quality locks and products from the most reliable and trusted brand names.\n​\nif you are having trouble with your house locks or keys or locked outside your house, your best option will be to call us today.\nASAP Lock&key services has been providing professional security solutions for maintains and management companies, Hospitals, hotels, businesses, condominiums, schools and different commercial and government facilities.\n​\nASAP Lock&key updated with the latest technology tools and items and providing wireless security products and video solutions, commercial and electronic door closers , CCTV, safes and most commercial locksmith by your request.\nLocked outside of your car or lost the car keys? not a problem, ASAP lock&\nkey have a way to save your day.\nBy using the most modern and effective automotive tools we can provide the best service you should get.\n​\nOur automotive services included:\n​\n-High security car keys\n-extraction of broken ignition keys\n-Emergency trunk opening\n-Duplication of lost ignition keys\n-Emergency vehicle opening\n-Restoring regular/chip car keys\n​\nASAP Lock&Key offers effective service equipped with latest modern automotive technology.\nOur professional automotive service\n​

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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El Cheapo Locksmith
4.7(
26
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LocksmithLocksmith - AutoLocksmith - For Business

Serving Lakeside, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

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The Big Deal was to change out 5 locks for $89.  I have 3 doors leading from house to exterior with keyed locks on both sides (which means a key is needed to open the lock from the outside and same key is needed to unlock from inside the house), 1 door from house into garage (key needed only on garage side) and 1 door from garage to exterior (key needed only on exterior) - a total of 5 doors.  When I called Bob with El Cheapo Locksmith to schedule an appointment, I learned from him that each side needing a key counts as 1 lock, so instead of getting all 5 doors done for $89 which I had original thought, I had to pay an extra $20 per lock for 3 locks for a total of $60 extra!  The total for the entire job is $145 - a lot different from $89! 

On the day of the appt, Bob was late and I didn't receive a call from him to tell me he would be late.  So I called him and said that we had talked the day before to schedule the appt and since he was driving, he asked for me to text him my address and the agreed upon date/time of appt (which I did immediately after we hung up).  He said he did not get the text and asked for me to resend, which I did.  He ended up coming to my house on the day of the appointment, but a few hours later than the original scheduled time.

Although Bob did a good job in changing out the locks, the charges for extra locks should have been clearer in the description of The Big Deal.  Angie's List needs to work with the contractors in providing a more descriptive list of services to be covered in the deal.  Oftentimes, the description lacks clarity and really needs a more detailed list of inclusions & exclusions of the deal.  In this particular case, most of us who are not locksmiths will not know that a lock needing keys on each side is considered 2 separate locks (even though mine uses the same key)!

Overall, the actual changing of the locks was executed well, but the clean up at the end could use improvement.  Bob did do some clean up, but there were still some grease smudges on door knobs or the door itself which I had to clean.  I also had to vacuum steel shavings off the floor & other areas (like our kitchen counters) when the locks were removed and needed a temp place to land.  When I tried out the new keys, grease would be all over my hands because of the greasing of the new locks.  Bob did tell me that he put a lot of grease into the new locks, but didn't know what that meant.  I later learned that meant "carry a wet wipe the first few times of locking/unlocking the doors so you can clean your hands".  Again, non-locksmith people will not know this automatically.  These may seem like minor details, but homeowners expect to be informed.  Unpleasant surprises become annoyances and that's what most customers will remember.

Despite the above, I would probably use El Cheapo Locksmith again because Bob seems to be an honest, hard-working guy, that will use my feedback here to improve his business.


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Locksmiths questions, answered by experts

When you take a key to a hardware store or a locksmith for copying, you can expect the key-cutting process to take as little as 30 seconds. The key copier will review your current key to decide on the correct blank. Then, your original key and the blank are inserted into a key duplication machine to cut an exact key copy. When it’s all said and done, you can have a new key in your hand in just a couple of minutes.

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.

One of the best tools for removing a stripped bolt is a handy pair of locking pliers. Locking pliers can usually grip onto screws with a broken, rounded, or stripped head and lock in place so that you can loosen even the most stubborn bolt that would otherwise remain hopelessly jammed.

Yes. Most deadbolts purchased from a home improvement store include a step-by-step installation template that is easy to follow, even for novice DIYers. One of the most important steps for successful deadbolt installation is having the proper tools to start with and carefully measuring prior to any attempts at installation.

The easiest way to pick a lock is by using a titanium rake pick. This type of lock pick comes in a variety of shapes used to simulate different key configurations but generally has a tip with a bent design. Rake picks are the most beginner-friendly lockpicks and the simplest to learn how to use.

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