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Avatar for SafeStreets - ADT Authorized Provider
SafeStreets - ADT Authorized Provider
4.8(
320
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Serving Joliet, 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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9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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For Heart Enterprises
5.0(
28
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Serving Joliet, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Mr.Tazer was very professional he went beyond his duties. I was in a situation and he was so kind and courteous in helping me out. I would recommend him 10 times over very good clean job in replacing my door.thank Tazer again for all you did .great job very pleased customer"
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+18

Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by31%of homeowners
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Dynamic Innovations & Finishes
5.0(
22
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Serving Joliet, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They did a great job. My back exterior door needed a full replacement, including adding two inches of frame to the top to standardize our door size for our older house. Dynamic was responsive to my calls and texts, communicated well, and ultimately did a great job with the door installation. It looks great and is exactly what I was hoping for."
Track Replacement
Rollers Replacement
Pocket Door
Pocket Doors
Pocket Doors

+19

98 neighbors recently requested a quote
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ADT
4.5(
856
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Serving Joliet, IL 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."
Home Security Essentials
Smart Home Security
Cameras
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Home Security Essentials

+35

80 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Basement Design and Remodeling
5.0(
4
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Serving Joliet, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"Very professional. Provides helpful tips to save money. Picked up my doors from Menardâ s as courtesy. Arrived on time. Finished on time. Called on his own to fix a minor details because we did not have parts before. Basically checks every box you want in a handyman!"
Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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YOUR WILL COUNTY HANDYMAN LLC
5.0(
4
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Serving Joliet, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Landon was my handyman. He did such a wonderful job on my pantry door and my laundry door. He repaired them both. He was very professional and I would definitely recommend him to do more jobs."
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Rough framing
Finished kitchen
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Finished doors

+4

Response time3 hrs
Recommended by25%of homeowners
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Locksmiths questions, answered by experts

Yes, keyless locks can deter burglars, mostly because they boost security and offer advanced features. Most models allow for unique codes or temporary access, making it harder for intruders to break in. Many of these smart locks even alert you if someone tries to tamper with them. However, you need to remember that while they provide an added layer of protection, no lock is completely foolproof. Pairing these locks with good security habits—like proper lighting and surveillance cameras—creates a strong defense to help stop intruders in their tracks.

Expect to pay between $50 to $200 if you hire a locksmith to change your locks. That figure includes labor and the cost of basic hardware. The cost will naturally be higher if you plan to install more expensive locks, like smart locks, and if you need a lot of them.

Homeowners can save money by replacing locks themselves. A typical rekeying kit costs about $10 to $25. The only additional cost is purchasing new house keys, and those are no more than a few dollars per key. If you want to replace the locks on your own completely, the main cost is the price of the locks themselves. A standard knob-style lock starts around $25, while electronic locks and smart locks will run in the hundreds of dollars. The only additional tools you should need are a tape measure, screwdriver, and screws if they are not already provided.

Rekeying a lock changes the internal mechanism so that a new key works, while replacing a lock involves swapping out the entire hardware. Rekeying is a good, cost-effective option when you want to ensure old keys no longer work, such as after moving into a new home or losing a key. It's also ideal if you want to keep your existing lock hardware. You should opt to replace the locks entirely if you want to upgrade to a more secure or different style of lock, if the current lock is old or damaged, after a break-in, or if too many copies of the old key exist.

It could be difficult to get in and out of a lock for several reasons, such as the keyhole needing additional lubrication. Particles, debris, and dirt can also get into a lock, making a key stuck (the lubrication can help with the removal). 

Rekeying is typically cheaper than replacing locks. Professional rekeying costs between $40 and $160, sometimes with an additional fee of $15 to $40 per lock. A locksmith's hourly rate averages around $75. If you do it yourself, a rekeying kit can cost as little as $10. In contrast, replacing a lock costs between $130 and $500, with an average of around $315, depending on the hardware and lock type. Rekeying is a simpler process that changes the key for your existing lock without replacing the hardware. It is a good option if you have a quality lock that works well, you've recently moved, you've lost a key, or you need a quick security upgrade. The best choice depends on the condition of your current locks.

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