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Avatar for LT Lock & Key
LT Lock & Key
4.9(
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LocksmithLocksmith - For Business

Serving San Diego, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Great service. I called my home warranty company to take advantage of the $75 re-key home promotion. Within 5 minutes of the request, I was called by LT Lock and Key and was able to have someone come the same day! "Al" was my locksmith and he was awesome. He was VERY friendly and respectful. He changed 6 locks in no time. He even greased/oiled it up and was like brand new! There was also one lock that appeared to have been jammed from someone who tried to break in and recommended replacing it. He did not pressure at all. He had a set in his van and replaced that for a reasonable price. Overall, A + experience and would recommend Al and LT Lock and Key!"
Response time8 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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SafeStreets - ADT Authorized Provider
4.8(
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Security Safe - Install

Serving San Diego, 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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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 San Diego, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1874

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"ADT is the best company 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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+35

55 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 San Diego, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"PLEASE. DO NOT HIRE KRISTINA AND JARED. We don't want to lose them. They are a delightful couple who have the hardworking, pride-in-doing-a-good-job that one sees too infrequently these days. They are smart, communicative, pay attention to detail and remember and honor special requests with great care. Somehow, they manage to combine these attributes with such an easy-going disposition that, despite our very private natures, we are quite comfortable with them in our home. They consistently make every effort to go above and beyond expectations while even taking moments here and there to interact with our granddaughter and dogs. They are so gracious they're actually amused when our dog attacks their mop. They make every effort to schedule timely service and are super responsive with returning calls/texts. We've had them help with special projects including washing windows, jambs and screens that hadn't been washed in the almost two years since we bought the house, plus who knows how many more years. Clean windows can make a house shine; the windows sparkled when they were done. As an added bonus, it was cute watching them work together on the windows--Kristina on the inside, Jared on the outside, pointing out spots to each other.
My husband is 100% disabled combat veteran and we are have our 10-month old granddaughter in our home. Jared is available to help with my "honey do" list, which is so incredibly valuable to me. The list is long, so for now we have just worked on prioritizing projects and starting with one thing at a time. I have a lot of remodeling experience and know that Jared has a solid understanding of the work required with each different project.  Further, I can see the same pride in doing a good job with regard to his handyman services. 
So, please. Don't hire them. I really need them. And, I had them first.

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Response time3 days
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Legacy 777 LLC
5.0(
7
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Hardware, Latches & Tracks (Door) - Repair or Replace

Serving San Diego, 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 San Diego, 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.

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Locksmiths questions, answered by experts

Always consider security a top priority in your home. Perform a safety inspection of your home. Look for broken locks and rusty deadbolts, and take an inventory of who has access to your keys.

Consider the locks on your shed, safe, and other household items. Professional locksmiths can help you determine the best safety and security options for your home and feel at ease.

When a locksmith comes to your home, ensure your safety by having the locksmith show identification and provide an itemized invoice that you can reference later.

Expect to pay between $50 to $200 if you hire a locksmith to change your locks. That figure includes labor and the cost of basic hardware. The cost will naturally be higher if you plan to install more expensive locks, like smart locks, and if you need a lot of them.

Homeowners can save money by replacing locks themselves. A typical rekeying kit costs about $10 to $25. The only additional cost is purchasing new house keys, and those are no more than a few dollars per key. If you want to replace the locks on your own completely, the main cost is the price of the locks themselves. A standard knob-style lock starts around $25, while electronic locks and smart locks will run in the hundreds of dollars. The only additional tools you should need are a tape measure, screwdriver, and screws if they are not already provided.

The cost to hire a locksmith varies depending on the service you need. Consult your locksmith about the price of your requested services before hiring for your repair or installation. Some of the most common types of locksmith services include:

  • Installing deadbolts: $40–$75

  • Rekeying: $80–$160

  • Unlocking your house: $65–$180

  • Changing locks: $50–$200

  • Installing electronic locks: $50–$500

  • Installing smart locks: $200–$800

  • Keyless locks: $50–$300

A keypad deadbolt, a lock requiring a code entered on a keypad entry, can be a convenient option for families with children coming in and out and needing access to the home. It can also offer an easy solution if you rent your home out, since you can easily change the code as needed. So, depending on your home entry’s needs, a keypad deadbolt may be worth the extra expense.

Any type of dead bolt lock provides the highest level of safety for a single device. However, it’s also important to determine a lock's grade. Locks can come in either Grade 1, Grade 2, or Grade 3, which indicates how durable it is and if it’s constructed solidly. Safety experts recommend choosing locks based on Grade 1, which offers the highest level of durability.

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