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Economy Lock and Key Inc
5.0(
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Serving Novato, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1987

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"`Wonderful work! Ronnie Poindexter was great. The estimated arrival was between 11-12, and he arrived right at 11:00 am. He was very honest and offered options for repair/replacement. He was a highly skilled locksmith and it was a pleasure to work with him. I will use this firm for all of my locksmith work in the future."
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
Gilbert's Maldonado Painting
4.9(
23
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Serving Novato, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Gilbert helped fix a front door that wouldn’t close. He helped my mother and I after 6pm when we were not able to find anyone else. He did a great job getting the door to fully close. Very respectful and kind. He showed up when he said he would and cleaned after himself. We will definitely work with him again."
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Response time8 hrs
Response rate93%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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SafeStreets - ADT Authorized Provider
4.8(
320
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Serving Novato, 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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Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Pelayos handyman
5.0(
9
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Serving Novato, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Alex fixed my door fast and efficiently. He is very knowledgeable and is very pleasant to work with. He arrived to the job site on time and ready to go. He said he had learned his trade from his father and is working on getting his contractors license. I will hire him again for any other projects I might need help with."
Response time5 days
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by12%of homeowners
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ADT
4.5(
859
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Serving Novato, 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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86 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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A Better Cheaper Locksmith
5.0(
14
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Serving Novato, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"I was very impressed with Bob. He came out at the time that he said he would be here and worked very quickly and efficiently. To top it all off, his prices are the best that I have ever seen for a locksmith service. Bob was very personable and also gave me some great tips about how to make my home more secure. I have several other rental properties and I will for sure be using his services in the future. I highly recommend  this locksmith for anybody out there."
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Locksmiths questions, answered by experts

Rekeying is typically cheaper than replacing locks. Professional rekeying costs between $40 and $160, sometimes with an additional fee of $15 to $40 per lock. A locksmith's hourly rate averages around $75. If you do it yourself, a rekeying kit can cost as little as $10. In contrast, replacing a lock costs between $130 and $500, with an average of around $315, depending on the hardware and lock type. Rekeying is a simpler process that changes the key for your existing lock without replacing the hardware. It is a good option if you have a quality lock that works well, you've recently moved, you've lost a key, or you need a quick security upgrade. The best choice depends on the condition of your current locks.

Begin by checking the power source, typically a battery or wired connection. Ensure the battery is installed correctly, has sufficient charge, and isn't corroded. If it's a wired lock, examine the electrical connections to confirm they are secure and free from damage. Additionally, inspect the lock's programming or settings. Confirm that user codes or access credentials are programmed correctly and that any remote control devices are paired and functional.

Rekeying door locks yourself costs a fraction of what you would expect to pay a locksmith. On average, it costs between $50 to $100 to hire a local locksmith to rekey your house, though labor costs may vary based on where you live. For a DIY solution, you can expect to spend $11 to $25 on a rekeying kit.

Newer, electric-powered door locks generally have a life span of five years or less. That’s thanks, in large part, to a phenomenon called planned obsolescence, in which products are programmed to need replacing after a certain amount of time. That’s also why older, manual, push-key locksets can last up to 30 years with regular cleanings and maintenance. When it does come time for a new set-up, know that the cost to change locks ranges from $130 to $500 on average.

There are several ways to add security to a sliding glass door. To start, install a rod or deadbolt lock instead of the flip-lock that comes standard with most sliding glass doors. Add a sensor to the door and monitor any activity through your home security system.

Finally, installing shatterproof window film will help keep the structural integrity of the glass if it cracks.

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