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Silva Security Solutions
5.0(
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Locksmith - For Business

Serving South Gate, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We are a local family-owned company focusing on both commercial and residential projects. Our staff has over 30 years of combined experience and we are proud to serve Orange County, and the surrounding areas. Give us a call, today, for scheduling and a job well done!

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Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Felipe Handyman Services
4.8(
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Hardware, Latches & Tracks (Door) - Repair or Replace

Serving South Gate, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We used Felipe to replace ~75 feet of drywall in the garage and repair a hole in our interior drywall. Fantastic job. They were done in ~8 hrs, drywall job was better than the original, and they cleaned the whole work area."
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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SafeStreets - ADT Authorized Provider
4.8(
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Security Safe - Install

Serving South Gate, 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 South Gate, 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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55 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
Kyle Beym Home Improvement
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Hardware, Latches & Tracks (Door) - Repair or Replace

Serving South Gate, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Kyle and his assistant have been out for service at my house.  They were here for two days.  They worked very hard, laying hardwood floors and laminate floors for me in two rooms.  Also they helped me move furniture.  Kyle got the rest of the plumbing done in the upstairs bathroom.  In the kitchen I had to replace the sink, tiles and fixtures.  They did that beautifully.  There were a lot of fix up projects they did around the house.  They had many helpful suggestions and tips.  So pleasant to work with.  Everything they did looks great.  True gentlemen.  I would highly recommend."
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Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Marco Montes
4.6(
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Hardware, Latches & Tracks (Door) - Repair or Replace

Serving South Gate, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired Marco for a number of projects—big and small. He did excellent work, and was kind, thoughtful and communicative. I highly recommend him. We'll be using his services again, I'm sure."
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Ed's Local Locksmith
5.0(
125
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LocksmithLocksmith - For Business

Serving South Gate, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Ed’s Locksmith did a great job rekeying the locks for our business. They were prompt and professional and got the job done quickly without disrupting our operations. I highly recommend them for any commercial locksmith needs."
Response time11 hrs
Response rate91%
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Locksmiths questions, answered by experts

Lubricating a door lock is an important part of door lock maintenance. It involves taking the lubricant of your choice (it’s best to use whatever the lock’s manufacturer suggests) and spraying it directly into the keyway. Push and pull your key in and out of the lock to make sure it’s all the way in. 

While lock crunching as a whole is not terribly common, it is one of the most frequently used means of forced entry into a home. Recent data suggests that forced entry through lock crunching or snapping occurs in more than 25% of burglaries.

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.

The cost-effectiveness of fixing or replacing a door lock depends on the severity of the issue. Repairing a minor problem, such as loose screws or a need for lubrication, is usually cheaper than replacing the entire lock. However, replacing the lock if it is severely damaged, outdated, or lacks security features may be a better long-term investment. New locks often have improved security features, enhancing your property's safety.

Using a combination of tools (often store-bought plumbing tools) and brute force, a burglar can easily snap the lock on a door. Snapping a lock aims to gain access to the cylinder inside, which holds the locking mechanism. Once the thief snaps the lock, they can pick the cylinder open and walk right in.

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