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Valerie Spencer Interiors LLC
5.0(
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Hardware, Latches & Tracks (Door) - Repair or Replace

Serving New Haven, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I went perfect Michael let me know what he was doing i tested both electric sockets before he left to make sure the work he did excellent job he cleaned up behind himself"
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Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Mr. Handyman of Guilford, North and East Haven
4.7(
109
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Hardware, Latches & Tracks (Door) - Repair or Replace

Serving New Haven, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"The quick scheduling, professional, knowledgeable repairman, job was completed within one hour. Door repair saved me in access of a thousand dollars. Handymen for small jobs are very difficult to find, but this company is one of the best."
Response time2 days
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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ADT
4.5(
885
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Security Safe - Install

Serving New Haven, CT 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."
Home Security Essentials
Smart Home Security
Cameras
Our Team
Home Security Essentials

+35

46 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Jermaine C Home Improvement, LLC
4.7(
26
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Hardware, Latches & Tracks (Door) - Repair or Replace

Serving New Haven, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jermaine is one of those handymen who is worth their weight in gold. I hired him and his team to perform a variety of odd jobs around my newly purchased house, and they stayed late - on a Friday afternoon no less - to successfully install appliances that Home Depot was unable to install (appliance installation was not on my original list because I didn’t think it was something Jermaine’s group did). All work Jermaine and his team did met or exceeded my expectations, and the entire time, Jermaine was focused on doing as much for me as he could. I will 100% hire Jermaine again the next time I need a handyman, and you should too."
Old Kitchen
Before repair
Cement board installation
Old roof ripped off and being prepared for new material
Repaired Old Deck

+17

Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Emanual Constuction
5.0(
2
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Hardware, Latches & Tracks (Door) - Repair or Replace

Serving New Haven, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers' needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. To understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

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Emanu construction llc

+11

Response time30 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Locksmiths questions, answered by experts

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

The good news is that, yes, you can change locks yourself. Many people find it’s an easy DIY project that requires few tools and not much expense (depending on which lock you’re installing). If you have trouble with any part of an installation, you can always call a locksmith to help finish installing them.

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.

If part of the key is protruding out of the lock, you can use a pair of needle-nosed pliers or tweezers to gently turn the key in the lock to open the door. If the key is fully inserted into the lock, you may also be able to use a key extractor to help turn the key into the unlocked position. 

But if the key breaks off halfway into the lock or you simply can’t reach it to help engage the unlocking mechanisms, you should probably call a professional.

Keyless locks are often considered safer since they’re protected by passcodes instead of a physical key, making it harder to be picked. However, they are not infallible. And like all electronic devices, outdated models are more prone to problems and safety concerns. If you’ve experienced multiple lockouts in the past year, or your lock is responding slower than usual after you key in the passcode, it might be time to upgrade to a newer one. Even if your lock is working fine, you should still change your access code at least twice a year.

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