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Locksmith Monster

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Legendary Locksmith Service for Central Iowa. 24/7 availability and honest pricing with price match. Call for the fastest service.

Legendary Locksmith Service for Central Iowa. 24/7 availability and honest pricing with price match. Call for the fastest service.

BBNB'S AUTO LOCK OUT AND EMERGENCY CAR JUMPSTART SERVICES

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BBNB'S AUTO LOCK OUT AND EMERGENCY CAR JUMPSTART SERVICES

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Emergency AUTO LOCK OUT and Jumpstart service. If you are locked out of your car or need a jump start we are here to help! Give us a call today!!!

Emergency AUTO LOCK OUT and Jumpstart service. If you are locked out of your car or need a jump start we are here to help! Give us a call today!!!

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On Call Haul

5805 Marion Ave
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On Call Haul

5805 Marion Ave
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I’m Steve, my partner Mr. Clarkson and I are from KCMO both twenty three years of age. Both with the same common goal since kids which is to provide for our family. Specialists in hauling, junk removal and furniture moving. Side jobs as in mowing, mobile detailing, window tint and a few emergency mobile services. What we bring to the table is your choice, we’re equipped young men who are always looking to improve day in and out. We established On Call Haul this year, along with other ventures. Hard work and consistency is what we consist of and it’s always a customer need before any proceeds. God Bless.

I’m Steve, my partner Mr. Clarkson and I are from KCMO both twenty three years of age. Both with the same common goal since kids which is to provide for our family. Specialists in hauling, junk removal and furniture moving. Side jobs as in mowing, mobile detailing, window tint and a few emergency mobile services. What we bring to the table is your choice, we’re equipped young men who are always looking to improve day in and out. We established On Call Haul this year, along with other ventures. Hard work and consistency is what we consist of and it’s always a customer need before any proceeds. God Bless.

Williams Locksmith

Grand Ave
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Williams Locksmith

Grand Ave
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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!

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Woodland Heights IA Locksmith Store

2301 Ingersoll Ave (Suite: 757B)
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Woodland Heights IA Locksmith Store

2301 Ingersoll Ave (Suite: 757B)
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30 years of experience

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.

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.

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McKinley School IA Locksmith Store

344 E Jackson Ave (Suite: 406C)
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McKinley School IA Locksmith Store

344 E Jackson Ave (Suite: 406C)
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30 years of experience

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.

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.

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New Vision IA Locksmith Store

1100 7th St (Suite: 431D)
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New Vision IA Locksmith Store

1100 7th St (Suite: 431D)
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30 years of experience

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.

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.

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Capitol East IA Locksmith Store

1552 E Grand Ave (Suite: 845B)
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Capitol East IA Locksmith Store

1552 E Grand Ave (Suite: 845B)
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30 years of experience

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.

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.

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Ingersoll Park IA Locksmith Store

4700 Grand Ave (Suite: 527D)
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Ingersoll Park IA Locksmith Store

4700 Grand Ave (Suite: 527D)
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30 years of experience

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.

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.

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East Village IA Locksmith Store

300 E Grand Ave (Suite: 674G)
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East Village IA Locksmith Store

300 E Grand Ave (Suite: 674G)
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30 years of experience

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.

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.

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Locksmiths questions, answered by experts

First, maintain composure and avoid forcing it further. Inspect the key to see if enough material remains exposed for extraction. Use pliers or tweezers to grasp and gently pull out the broken piece if possible. Lubricate the keyhole with a graphite-based spray to aid removal. If self-removal proves challenging or risks damaging the lock, seek a professional locksmith's assistance. They possess the necessary tools and expertise to extract the key without causing damage.

Yes, with better technology now available, it’s possible to add a smart lock on your sliding glass door. Smart locks can be easy for almost everyone in the family to operate and can connect to other safety features in the home, like smart lights. Plus, they’re harder for would-be criminals to pick. However, keep in mind that smart locks can potentially be hacked, and some completely rely on phones or Wi-Fi, which can be an issue if the power goes out.

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. 

If you also have a standard door leading to your garage, install a robust deadbolt lock and reinforce the frame with security plates. Then, secure any windows with shatterproof glass or film to deter break-ins. Consider a smart garage door opener for your car entrance, enabling remote monitoring and control through your smartphone. Motion-activated lighting around the garage to deter intruders is a great way to amplify these security efforts. Lastly, educate your family on security practices, such as keeping the garage entrances closed and locked.

Yes, most pros encourage you to change your locks when you move into a new home. While the previous owner may hand you their keys, you have no way of knowing whether other copies exist elsewhere. Changing your locks as soon as you move in is a great way to ensure that you can enjoy new, fully functioning locks that will work with your unique key or code.

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