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Avatar for SafeStreets - ADT Authorized Provider
SafeStreets - ADT Authorized Provider
4.8(
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Serving Columbus, GA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I called Alarm Protection Group AFTER my office was burglarized. Now I feel SAFE. William is great to work with. He's neat and tidy, prompt, presentable - not a butt-crack type of guy, and he doesn't leave a mess in his wake. He's also knowledgeable about the equipment and only uses high-quality products."
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9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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ADT
4.5(
856
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Serving Columbus, GA 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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Smart Home Security
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Home Security Essentials

+35

80 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Japarco Maintenance & Services, LLC
4.4(
22
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Serving Columbus, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Good news, there’s still some good contractors out there. Great communication, dependable, and upfront costs. Will hire to do another job."
Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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A Locksmith and Security
5.0(
3
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Serving Columbus, GA and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Brandon was great. He was able to assess the issue via images sent via text messages. Even though the door was a custom job from over four decades, he was able to quickly replace the deadbolt. He informed me after the job was complete that her had to make an adjustment which was totally acceptable to me. If I havea need for another locksmith in the future, I'll be contacting him solely. Thanks again, Brandon."
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Honda Switch Repair
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+3

Response time9 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Frontpoint
4.7(
8,819
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Serving Columbus, GA and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The equipment is easy to install, no need to hire anyone. Any questions will be answered with a phone immediately. I never had to wait like other places. I was treated fairly and with respect."
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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CSI Secure Solutions
4.4(
114
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Serving Columbus, GA and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I communicated with Rob Calbo for services of a background check with CSI Secure Solutions and he was fantastic.
He spoke with me in a very professional manner and put me at ease right away.
The process was seamless and my request was delivered very efficiently. Within just a few hours of providing them with information, I was able to get feedback. Rob took the time to speak with me and answered all of my questions. 
I will definitely be using them again in the future should the need arise, and I would definitely recommend them as being very efficient, professional and reliable.

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Infidelity Monitoring

+12

Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Affordable Handyman Service
4.5(
143
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Serving Columbus, GA and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Wonderful. Affordable Handyman came to my house the day after I called and were able to complete the work the next day. They were quick, efficient and very professional. I would recommend them to anyone."
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Locksmiths questions, answered by experts

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.

Changing door locks is a task that most homeowners can accomplish on their own. Standard door knobs are quite straightforward, and even more advanced locks, like electronic or smart locks, generally come with instructions. That said, the process can be time-consuming, especially if you plan to replace multiple locks around the house. It’s also a task that you want to complete correctly, considering that it affects the security of your house. That’s why hiring a pro is often best when changing your door locks.

The best type of deadbolt depends on your specific needs. If accessibility is your primary concern, a single-cylinder deadbolt is the easiest to operate. Mortise locks are likely the most secure type of deadbolt you can install, but single-cylinders combined with secondary locking mechanisms like vertical locks are also a great option. Smart locks will give you the most flexibility to open and close your locks whenever and wherever you need to. 

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.

When it comes to how to get a stuck key out of a lock, the simplest way is to use some kind of lubricating substance. One option is to apply graphite powder while wiggling the key gently. As the graphite fills the lock, jiggling should loosen the key enough to allow you to pull it out.

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