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Last update on February 02, 2022

Reviewed in February 2022
Adam was friendly and listened to our needs and then told us what he recommended we should do to fix our interior doors and door knob replacement concerns. He also gave us an estimate. We wanted to keep our existing doors, we wanted the doors to be closer to the hardwood floors because we...
Adam Beck Finish Carpentry
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Reviewed in December 2021
A1-Locksmith Steven Grey answered my call on a Sunday. Our car & house keys had been stolen. Monday, Steven came our home. He changed 7 door keys & locks. He also fixed a broken lock on a French door by fabricating a replacement that actually works. This saved is $800 to replace the...
A1 Locksmith
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Reviewed in October 2018
I thought that I needed a new key made and hired Daniel the LockSmith Tech. He was very courteous and patient on the phone. Luckily, I found my key and had to cancel the call. When I spoke with Daniel to cancel, he was very nice and understanding.
LockSmith Tech
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Reviewed in June 2018
June 5, 2018 I called pro locksmith up around 5PM yesterday. I immediately received a call from the locksmith Idan. I told him the issue and he told me that he would be at my home in 30 minutes. He arrived on time and worked extremely hard to fix the sliding door lock and handle. The lock and...
Prolocksmiths 24/7
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Reviewed in August 2016
Fine--locksmith came out on time and performed work needed.
DS Locksmith
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Reviewed in April 2015
The services for the big deal through Magnolia's Locksmith and Door Company went fine. They came out a few weeks after the big deal purchase on July 28th of 2014. The cost of the big deal was 99 dollars and there were extra charges and it was actually over 6000 dollars. What stood out the most...
Magnolias Locksmith
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Reviewed in October 2014
I just bought a new house and needed the doors rekeyed. I was really impressed with Ben, the locksmith behind Greenkeys locks. He was on time and gave me some good advice on overall property security and was very professional about the rekeying. ...
GreenKeys Locksmith
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Reviewed in June 2014
We've used Mike in the past, and he continues to deliver great service. He was prompt in returning my call, and showed up early for our appointment. We had just moved into a new home, and getting the locks rekeyed was a top priority. He rekeyed all 5 of our locks, lubed some of the older...
MIKES LOCKSMITH SVC
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Reviewed in January 2014
Sean was exemplary! He immediately provided a response to my request for a quote. He was available the same day or suggested the next day if same day was not convenient for me. He arrived promptly on time and was careful about stepping into the foyer (he noticed I had cleaning buckets...
Lock & Key World
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Locksmith Services Bay Area DBA Silicon Valley Locksmith

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Serving San Mateo, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

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

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Serving San Mateo, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Very professional and very quick to come out. Hard job and not a normal request for a locksmith. Figured out the problem and fixed it"

Response time6 hrs

Response rate89%

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Edgar Handyman Solution

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Serving San Mateo, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

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"Edgar is EXCELLENT! Fair price for the great job."

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Recommended by72%of homeowners

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SafeStreets - ADT Authorized Provider

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Serving San Mateo, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"SafeStreets provided an outstanding experience from start to finish. The installation was quick, and the technician explained everything clearly. The system works perfectly, and the home automation features are a huge bonus. Highly recommend SafeStreets!"

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Recommended by94%of homeowners

Serving San Mateo, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Josh is the best! Very thorough and does the job right to perfection. His skill set is so vast~ very impressive. He’s my official handyman now! :)"

Widened closet opening and replaced doors. Added trim around windows and new Luxury Vinyl Plank flooring

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Recommended by91%of homeowners

Serving San Mateo, 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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Recommended by88%of homeowners

Serving San Mateo, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They came fast and changed my lock. Fair price and nice service"

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Recommended by8%of homeowners

Serving San Mateo, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Warranties offered

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A Better Cheaper Locksmith

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Serving San Mateo, 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."

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving San Mateo, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Credit card accepted

"The locksmith was professional and knew how best to fix the hardware problem."

Response time2 hrs

Recommended by94%of homeowners

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Locksmiths questions, answered by experts

Deadbolts are solid and durable as can be, but the pin and tumbler can still be forced open, thus making this type of lock susceptible to picking. Most types of deadbolts are harder to pick than a traditional spring-based lock, though. It requires a specialized lock pick and a tension wrench to align all of the pins, thus unlocking the door.

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.

First thing first: Make sure you’re using the right key. If it’s the correct key for your lock, there are a few reasons why it may not be working, like the key is worn out or the lock is jammed. Try lubricating the lock and pushing the door closed to ensure the mechanisms work correctly. If you’re still locked out, call in for help.

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.

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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