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11 years of experience

We provide the fastest locksmith service in the Des Moines area. We have several years of expierience in the industry and are completely mobile. We are a small, local, family owned business. We provide speedy home and car lockouts, same day appointments for rekeying homes and we also provide car key replacement for transponder and non-transponder keys!

We provide the fastest locksmith service in the Des Moines area. We have several years of expierience in the industry and are completely mobile. We are a small, local, family owned business. We provide speedy home and car lockouts, same day appointments for rekeying homes and we also provide car key replacement for transponder and non-transponder keys!


Woodland Heights IA Locksmith Store are a full service Locksmith Company, Who proudly provides Residential Commercial and Automotive and Emergency Service 24 hours in Woodland Heights, IA.


We are a Local Locksmith Company that provides locksmith service in McKinley School, IA. We offer our Locksmith service 24 hours a day and 7 days a week to those in need of our assistance.


At New Vision IA Locksmith Store our promise to you and this great community is a great Locksmith Service in New Vision, IA. We offer Locksmith Service at any time 24 hours.


Capitol East IA Locksmith Store are a full service Locksmith Company, Who proudly provides Residential Commercial and Automotive and Emergency Service 24 hours in Capitol East, IA.


We are a Local Locksmith Company that provides locksmith service in Ingersoll Park, IA. We offer our Locksmith service 24 hours a day and 7 days a week to those in need of our assistance.


East Village IA Locksmith Store are a full service Locksmith Company, Who proudly provides Residential Commercial and Automotive and Emergency Service 24 hours in East Village, IA.


We are a Local Locksmith Company that provides locksmith service in Waterbury, IA. We offer our Locksmith service 24 hours a day and 7 days a week to those in need of our assistance.


At Jordan Park IA Locksmith Store our promise to you and this great community is a great Locksmith Service in Jordan Park, IA. We offer Locksmith Service at any time 24 hours.

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Locksmiths questions, answered by experts

When the temps drop, sometimes you need to thaw a lock to regain access. Options include warming the key with warm water, applying a de-icing spray, or using a hair dryer on low heat. Avoid using boiling water to prevent damage. To prevent future freezing, consider installing a cover or shield over the lock to keep water and ice out. Remember to be patient and gentle during thawing to avoid damaging the lock or key. If all else fails, consult a professional locksmith.

The benefit of deadbolt locks is that they're much harder to force open than simple locks with pin tumbler mechanisms, so they may offer added security. This feature is why many locksmiths recommend deadbolts for home security. For many households, this added protection and peace of mind is well worth the cost of installing a deadbolt.

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.

Aside from the labor costs, several other factors can impact the cost of hiring a locksmith. If you can avoid services during off-hours, you can save on fees often charged for urgent requests. Consider additional factors such as:

  • Type of services required

  • Emergency call fees

  • Home and lock location

  • Number of locks to repair or install

  • Peak hours

  • Type of locks

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.

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