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Mr. Handyman of Guilford, North and East Haven
4.7(
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Hardware, Latches & Tracks (Door) - Repair or Replace

Serving East Haven, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Technician, Isaac, completed the jobs efficiently and quickly. He was pleasant, professional and careful in my home . It was a pleasure to work with him and this company. I will use Mr. Handyman whenever I need this service."
Response time2 days
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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ADT
4.5(
886
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Security Safe - Install

Serving East Haven, CT 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."
Home Security Essentials
Smart Home Security
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Home Security Essentials

+35

38 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Agile Construction and Home Improvement
4.8(
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Hardware, Latches & Tracks (Door) - Repair or Replace

Serving East Haven, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Rafael was great - he fixed our front door knob and lock, replaced another door handle, and our towel bar. He worked us into his busy schedule and came by on a day that was best for me. Rafael picked up parts he needed at Home Depot after assessing what we needed, and efficiently completed all three jobs."
Entry porch
House flip
House flip
House flip
House flip

+232

Response time4 days
Recommended by52%of homeowners
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Economy Handy Carpenter, LLC
4.6(
331
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Hardware, Latches & Tracks (Door) - Repair or ReplaceLocksmith - Auto

Serving East Haven, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Nixon came to install interior doors and handles. He was efficient, friendly and reliable. Excellent customer service and excellent work! He was thorough and knows what he is doing. Highly recommend using Nixon to anyone... And we will be hiring him again for any future projects."
Response time10 hrs
56 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Locksmiths questions, answered by experts

Smart deadbolts are a worthwhile investment for homeowners seeking more convenience, flexibility, and advanced features than a traditional deadbolt can provide. While a strong conventional deadbolt offers sufficient security for most, smart deadbolts provide significant upgrades.

Key benefits include keyless entry via smartphone, keypads, or biometric sensors, and the ability to lock or unlock your door remotely. You can also manage access for guests by creating temporary codes, eliminating the need for physical keys and the risk of them being lost or duplicated. Many models integrate with smart home systems and offer features like automatic locking, entry-exit monitoring, and tamper alerts with encryption for enhanced security.

However, there are downsides to consider. Smart deadbolts are more expensive than their traditional counterparts and rely on batteries and wireless networks to function. This dependency introduces potential vulnerabilities, such as hacking by skilled intruders and privacy concerns. Installation can also be more complex. Despite these drawbacks, the added layer of convenience and protection makes them a compelling option for many.

It is best to use a dry lubricant, such as a Teflon-based option, for door locks. Unlike popular oil-based lubricants, dry lubricants leave a non-stick, water-repellent coating that does not attract dust, dirt, and other debris. Using an oil-based lubricant can cause these particles to build up inside the lock, making it difficult to operate or even damaging the internal mechanism. You can find dry lubricants, some of which are made specifically for locks, at most hardware stores.

Most door knobs can be removed with a Phillips or flathead screwdriver. If you don’t have either of those available, a paper clip or small pin can sometimes work, but the extra effort may not be worth a quick trip to the hardware store.

Rekeying your own locks is a low-cost task that prevents you from having to replace the locks themselves completely. The first couple of times you rekey a lock may be challenging because this is an intermediate DIY task. You can purchase a rekey kit from most hardware stores, but make sure you’re buying the kit from the brand of lock in your home that you’re going to rekey. 

Regrettably, entirely pick-proof locks don't exist unless you opt for keyless varieties. Locks advertised as "pick-proof" are, in reality, more resilient against lock-picking and bumping attempts because of complex mechanisms consisting of pins and sidebars. These locks work like this—they assign two tasks to the key, enhancing security by making unauthorized entry more challenging.

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