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Last update on November 01, 2017

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Avatar for SafeStreets - ADT Authorized Provider
SafeStreets - ADT Authorized Provider
4.8(
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Security Safe - Install

Serving Ford Heights, IL 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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Recommended by94%of homeowners
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ADT
4.5(
880
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Security Safe - Install

Serving Ford Heights, IL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1874

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"ADT is the best company 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."
Home Security Essentials
Smart Home Security
Cameras
Our Team
Home Security Essentials

+35

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R-N-J Construction
New to Angi
Hardware, Latches & Tracks (Door) - Repair or Replace

Serving Ford Heights, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

R-N-J Construction, has a single mission, which is to achieve complete customer satisfaction! We strongly believe in giving our customers the most for their money. We work with only the highest quality materials and experienced professionals. With over 20 years of experience, we have consistently focused on the needs of our customers, providing personalized attention and a stress free experience. This approach has set us apart from our competition and keep our customers coming back! Give us a call today!

Response time40 mins
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Marco Every OP
New to Angi
Hardware, Latches & Tracks (Door) - Repair or Replace

Serving Ford Heights, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

With over ten years of residential maintenance, I am committed to ensuring that apartment complexes, townhouses, or housing communities are safe, functional, and aesthetically pleasing.

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Chicago Locksmiths
4.8(
408
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LocksmithLocksmith - AutoLocksmith - For Business

Serving Ford Heights, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Matt F. from Chicago Locksmiths came to unlock my door that I locked myself out of. He was fast, efficient and courteous. He observed all COVID-19 safety protocols too. What else could you ask for in a locksmith. The price not outrageous either ($110). I would highly recommend Matt F. from Chicago Locksmiths."
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Chicagoland Locksmiths, Inc.
5.0(
3
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LocksmithLocksmith - For Business

Serving Ford Heights, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"I needed a double sided deadbolt and 8 locks rekeyed on 4 doors. Eli did an excellent job and I would highly recommend his services for all locksmith services. Not to mention there prices were phenomenal."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Forest Door Company Inc
4.8(
33
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Security Safe - Install

Serving Ford Heights, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1946

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Extremely professional, very straight forward, large selection of garage doors, but more importantly- they're in stock. Also, after pricing doors from several other retailers, Lowes, Home Depot, Menards, etc, they were by far the cheapest."
Old Overhead Door
Some Work Performed
New Garage Door
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Installect Solutions
5.0(
53
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Security Safe - Install

Serving Ford Heights, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The installer man was excellent, knowledgeable and extremely helpful. I would highly recommend their service."
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Mounted TV and cleaned up some cables until customer gets their new home theater system
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Response time2 days
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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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.

Door locks should be changed roughly every seven years. The average lifespan of a door lock is seven to 10 years, so it’s best to err on the side of caution and change them early, especially if they are showing signs of wear and tear. Examples of deterioration include visible rust and difficulty opening or closing the door. Some locks can work safely beyond 10 years, but it depends on how often they are used and whether they are exposed to damaging environmental conditions like precipitation or extreme temperatures.

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. 

Lock bumping is a technique locksmiths use to quickly and quietly open a pin tumbler lock, typically found in most types of deadbolts. It involves inserting a specially crafted key, or bump key, into the lock and tapping or "bumping" it with a mallet or similar tool. The force applied causes the lock's pins to jump momentarily, allowing the lock to be turned and opened. Unfortunately, thieves also use this technique to break into homes. Luckily, products like a deadbolt strap will fortify your lock.

One of the best tools for removing a stripped bolt is a handy pair of locking pliers. Locking pliers can usually grip onto screws with a broken, rounded, or stripped head and lock in place so that you can loosen even the most stubborn bolt that would otherwise remain hopelessly jammed.

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