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Florida Keys Locksmith
4.9(
154
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Serving Clearwater, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1988

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"He called me back promptly after I left a phone message. We agreed on an appointment window for the next day. He arrived within the time window given and the job went quicker than I thought it would. His price was very reasonable and I will definitely call him again when I need a locksmith. My overall experience couldn't have gone better. Highly recommended!"
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+6

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Open Doors Locksmith
4.8(
18
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Serving Clearwater, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Adil did an excellent job cutting and programming a new key for my 2025 Toyota RAV4. He was professional, arrived quickly, and had everything working perfectly in no time. The whole process was smooth and reasonably priced—I’d definitely recommend his services to anyone needing a car key replacement. 🔑🚗👍"
Response time4 hrs
Response rate87%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Rapid Locksmith Pros
5.0(
12
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Serving Clearwater, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had an excellent experience with Rapid Locksmith. The technician, Ali, was extremely professional and knew exactly what he was doing. I was locked out of my house with a pick-resistant lock, and he still managed to get me back inside quickly and without any damage. Very skilled, reliable, and respectful — highly recommend Rapid Locksmith!"
Master Rekey
Lock Replacement
Lock Rekey
Lock Replacement
Lock Replacement

+3

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Ortiz Sliding Door Solutions LLC
5.0(
27
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Serving Clearwater, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Had the experience of working with Bryan on a repair for my sliding door and he gave me a reasonable price and got the job done the same day. I highly recommend this company and the great customer service they provide. A++"
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Locksmiths questions, answered by experts

If your door handle turns without opening, the most likely culprit is a loose or stripped spindle. This part connects the handles to the latch mechanism, and when it’s not properly engaged, turning the handle does nothing. Other issues might include a broken latch, loose screws, or even something small blocking an inner mechanism. In any case, it’s usually a matter of tightening, adjusting, or replacing a worn-out part inside the handle assembly—or calling in a professional to do it for you.

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. 

Locksmiths recommend changing your locks once every seven years for the best security at your home. Locks can wear out over time, so you should inspect your locks regularly. A higher grade lock provides you with more cycles than those with a lower grade.

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.

Costs depend on lock type, service complexity, labor, emergency availability, and whether security system integration is needed.

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