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lugo's construction
4.9(
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Serving Montclair, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent job performed by Lugo’s Construction 🦺/ Needed exterior doors including metal security doors installed on short notice. No job seems too big or too small for this team! I would most definitely call them again."
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Custom walk in shower

+263

Response time10 hrs
Response rate87%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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SafeStreets - ADT Authorized Provider
4.8(
320
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Serving Montclair, CA 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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11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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VM Home Improvement
4.9(
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Serving Montclair, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

I am Victor Maldonado, a licensed general contractor with 30 years of experience in the construction field. Whether it's simple home repairs that need to be taken care of, more complex home improvement projects, or a small to-do list, I am here to help you get it done. Please see my reviews to learn why most of clients are repeat customers.

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+33

Response time8 hrs
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Garcia's Home Repair
5.0(
18
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Serving Montclair, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Needed a new lock for the kitchen door. Jaime set a time for an estimate. He arrived within the time frame, gave an estimate to include purchasing the new lock. Purchased the lock and installed it. When he finished, he cleaned up very well. Would definitely use him again when I need a handyman."
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+6

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by70%of homeowners
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ADT
4.5(
856
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Serving Montclair, CA 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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Home Security Essentials

+35

84 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Alberto Soria
4.9(
27
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Serving Montclair, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Customers say: True professional

We specialize in alarms, security cameras, ceiling fans, stereo systems, home theater systems, and more! We offer a diverse range of services tailored to meet the unique needs of every customer. We take a personalized approach to each project. We work closely with our clients to understand their vision, preferences, and budgetary requirements. We strive to exceed expectations by delivering exceptional service, great quality work, and professionalism on every job. Read more below on all the services we offer and contact us with any questions or to schedule a free estimate today!

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Alarms Project
Security Cameras

+12

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Lightning Locks
4.9(
232
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Serving Montclair, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"It is so important to find an honest, trustworthy locksmith and Alan is definitely the best in the business. He is a total professional and I trust him to re-key my whole house. I have used him on numerous occasions - basically whenever anything goes wrong with my locks- and have recommended him to colleagues and friends. All have had equally positive experiences with both quality of work and price. I would not believe that other reviewer."
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Crecom Locksmith
4.9(
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Serving Montclair, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"James was fantastic! He listened to my request and went to work immediately. When he was done, every lock and key worked perfectly. One doesn’t need to look any further for a locksmith. Crecom is the best!!!"
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Locksmiths questions, answered by experts

If your key breaks in a lock, first remain calm and avoid forcing the broken piece further in. You may be able to remove it yourself if a portion of the key is still protruding from the lock. To aid removal, lubricate the keyhole with a graphite-based spray. Then, try using tools like pliers, tweezers, a bobby pin, or even a jigsaw blade to gently grasp and pull the broken piece out. If these methods don't work, you can't reach the key, or you're concerned about damaging the lock, it's best to call a professional locksmith for assistance.

Rekeying a lock changes the internal mechanism so that a new key works, while replacing a lock involves swapping out the entire hardware. Rekeying is a good, cost-effective option when you want to ensure old keys no longer work, such as after moving into a new home or losing a key. It's also ideal if you want to keep your existing lock hardware. You should opt to replace the locks entirely if you want to upgrade to a more secure or different style of lock, if the current lock is old or damaged, after a break-in, or if too many copies of the old key exist.

Rekeying should be done when employees leave or keys are lost, while replacement may be necessary for outdated or damaged locks.

Thieves can open almost anything with enough time and the right tools, but they also prefer easy targets that are unlikely to get them caught. Forcing open gates is loud and difficult, and to be able to open one electronically requires extensive knowledge of the system, which most thieves don't have. Electric and other security gates are great deterrents because the thief will move to an easier target. If the thief is determined to enter your property, they will most likely find a different entrance point.

If you also have a standard door leading to your garage, install a robust deadbolt lock and reinforce the frame with security plates. Then, secure any windows with shatterproof glass or film to deter break-ins. Consider a smart garage door opener for your car entrance, enabling remote monitoring and control through your smartphone. Motion-activated lighting around the garage to deter intruders is a great way to amplify these security efforts. Lastly, educate your family on security practices, such as keeping the garage entrances closed and locked.

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