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Last update on January 07, 2026

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Locksmith Rochester IL

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Locksmith Rochester IL

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30 years of experience

Is a business locksmith the main thing missing in your life and you are prepared to at long last fill that unfilled void in your heart? You might be vigilant for an expert to come rekey your office lock for you and you need the best laborers accessible.

Is a business locksmith the main thing missing in your life and you are prepared to at long last fill that unfilled void in your heart? You might be vigilant for an expert to come rekey your office lock for you and you need the best laborers accessible.

Bridges Lock & Key

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Bridges Lock & Key

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

For over 20 years, Bridges Lock & Key (fka: Midwest Lock & Key) has been your local, family owned and operated locksmith, proudly serving Macoupin and Montgomery Counties with prompt, reliable, and professional services. Bridges Lock & Key specializes in both residential and commercial locksmith services and safe work. We can make keys for most cars, trucks, a wide variety of motorcycles, and ATV's. Additionally, 24 hour emergency service is available! Call Bridges Lock & Key TODAY for all of your Litchfield, IL locksmith needs!

For over 20 years, Bridges Lock & Key (fka: Midwest Lock & Key) has been your local, family owned and operated locksmith, proudly serving Macoupin and Montgomery Counties with prompt, reliable, and professional services. Bridges Lock & Key specializes in both residential and commercial locksmith services and safe work. We can make keys for most cars, trucks, a wide variety of motorcycles, and ATV's. Additionally, 24 hour emergency service is available! Call Bridges Lock & Key TODAY for all of your Litchfield, IL locksmith needs!

Murdale True Value

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Murdale True Value

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Murdale True Value has be in business for over 34 years, we are one of the larges True Value stores, combining 4 stores into one location. We feature large Applaince Store, full line Hardware Store, complete Locksmith Shop, extensive party, construction and equipment Rental Shop

Murdale True Value has be in business for over 34 years, we are one of the larges True Value stores, combining 4 stores into one location. We feature large Applaince Store, full line Hardware Store, complete Locksmith Shop, extensive party, construction and equipment Rental Shop

WISHEKS

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WISHEKS

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At WISHEKS we want you to be 100% satisfied with your purchase. Our sincere goal is to provide an enjoyable shopping experience that encourages you to shop with us for years to come. On the rare occasion you receive a product that you just don't like or that doesn't match your décor, our experienced Customer Service staff is just a phone call away and will guide you through our easy return policy. At WISHEKS we want you to get exactly what you want and with our world-class product selection you can be sure you'll find the product that is right for you.

At WISHEKS we want you to be 100% satisfied with your purchase. Our sincere goal is to provide an enjoyable shopping experience that encourages you to shop with us for years to come. On the rare occasion you receive a product that you just don't like or that doesn't match your décor, our experienced Customer Service staff is just a phone call away and will guide you through our easy return policy. At WISHEKS we want you to get exactly what you want and with our world-class product selection you can be sure you'll find the product that is right for you.

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Montgomery IL Locksmith Store

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Montgomery IL Locksmith Store

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29 years of experience

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

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

B & C CARPENTRY

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B & C CARPENTRY

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29 years of experience

B and C Carpentry is a family owned business. We started our business in 1997 part time and began doing it full time in 2005. Our owner, Bobb, has professional experience in most facets of the carpentry industry. Bobb worked full time for over two decades for a few other contractors where he developed the skill and expertise that makes him a great leader for B and C Carpentry. We offer free estimates for most work. We do charge a one way trip charge for service related jobs. We currently do not bid on jobs over a certain size due to having limited man power available. Call with the project you have in mind and we will gladly assess over the phone whether it is a job we can accommodate. Most jobs require an up front deposit and final payment upon completion. If the payment schedule is other than that you will be informed up front before the paperwork is signed.

B and C Carpentry is a family owned business. We started our business in 1997 part time and began doing it full time in 2005. Our owner, Bobb, has professional experience in most facets of the carpentry industry. Bobb worked full time for over two decades for a few other contractors where he developed the skill and expertise that makes him a great leader for B and C Carpentry. We offer free estimates for most work. We do charge a one way trip charge for service related jobs. We currently do not bid on jobs over a certain size due to having limited man power available. Call with the project you have in mind and we will gladly assess over the phone whether it is a job we can accommodate. Most jobs require an up front deposit and final payment upon completion. If the payment schedule is other than that you will be informed up front before the paperwork is signed.

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Locksmiths questions, answered by experts

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.

Regrettably, entirely pick-proof locks don't exist unless you opt for keyless varieties. Locks advertised as "pick-proof" are, in reality, more resilient against lock-picking and bumping attempts because of complex mechanisms consisting of pins and sidebars. These locks work like this—they assign two tasks to the key, enhancing security by making unauthorized entry more challenging.

If you don’t have your original key, the easiest way to obtain a copy is to call a locksmith. For house keys, your locksmith has several options for configuring a new key: 

  • They can input a lock’s identification code into a database to obtain key-cutting instructions.

  • They could analyze the lock cylinder to determine how to cut a new key.

  • They can create an impression of the lock cylinder from which to cut a new key. 

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.

It depends on the quality of the keyless lock and usage, but in general, you can expect a keyless lock to last around three to five years. The batteries typically last around six to 12 months. The good news is most keyless locks include a low battery indicator so you can receive ample warning if your battery is about to die.

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