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Avatar for Glenloch Locks LLC
Glenloch Locks LLC
4.2(
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Serving Elsmere, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very pleased. Mary responded to my inquiry very quickly and scheduled service for the same day, accommodating our schedule. Chris arrived when expected and quickly identified the problem and was able to fix the existing lock, saving us the annoyance of having to replace keys."
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Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Choice Home Warranty
4.0(
5,676
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Serving Elsmere, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Choice responded quickly but the insurance plan does not pay for all doors to be re-keyed unless you have very few locks. The number of locks covered by the insurance is determined by keyholes, not doors! (Read your policy!) You will likely have to shell out some money to have this essential new-home service if you have more than four keyholes. The locksmith they called was EXCELLENT and made all our locks completely functional. We will happily hire the locksmith again (R.L Locksmith LLC). We paid $201.81 (plus another $50 for some door re-alignment not included in the re-keying benefit) and Choice paid $100 for the job."
Recommended by82%of homeowners
Delaware Lock Doctor Locksmiths
New to Angi

Serving Elsmere, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Drawing on a combined automotive and locksmithing background of over 20 years, Delaware Lock Doctor has the answers to your lock and key questions. Specializing in automotive lock servicing, lost key replacement, and vehicle unlocking, we also offer a full range of locksmith services for your home or business.\nA fully mobile locksmithing service based in New Castle, DE, Delaware Lock Doctor has a truck available to bring our years of training and experience right to your door. \nEach Delaware Lock Doctor truck is fully equipped with machines to cut keys by code, as well as to duplicate additional copies of keys. In addition, each truck stocks a broad range of key blanks, replacement parts, replacement lock cylinders, and other items. We use only the best materials, and pride ourselves on an outstanding record of quality workmanship\nOur customer referrals are a testament to the level of service, and quality of service, you'll get when you choose Delaware Lock Doctor for your locksmith servicing needs. That's why more than half of our business is from customer referrals. Whether you need a new installation, routine repairs or emergency lockout service, you can count on us for top quality, professional, locksmith services at an affordable price!

A&E Locksmith LLC
New to Angi

Serving Elsmere, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order 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.

Allied Lock and Safe
New to Angi

Serving Elsmere, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 1946

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

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

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
Crafts Fixin'
New to Angi

Serving Elsmere, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Crafts Fixin 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

Yes, it’s possible a burglar can get through a deadbolt. Some types of deadbolts are harder for an intruder to get through, though. For example, a single-cylinder lock only requires breaking a window nearby and simply turning it. While other locks, such as a double-cylinder lock, may offer greater protection and make it harder for an intruder, no deadbolt is 100 percent effective.

Commercial locksmith services range from $75 to $500, depending on the job's complexity, such as key duplication, lock installation, or access control system setup.

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.

Rekeying a lock changes the internal mechanism so that a new key works, while replacing a lock involves swapping out the entire hardware. Rekeying is a good, cost-effective option when you want to ensure old keys no longer work, such as after moving into a new home or losing a key. It's also ideal if you want to keep your existing lock hardware. You should opt to replace the locks entirely if you want to upgrade to a more secure or different style of lock, if the current lock is old or damaged, after a break-in, or if too many copies of the old key exist.

You might assume that having two locks on one door will offer more protection than only one lock, but there may not be an advantage. While there’s nothing wrong with having two locks if you feel it’s best for your living situation, rest assured having one high-quality deadbolt installed correctly will offer a high level of protection.

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