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MELIN'S LOCK & KEY

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MELIN'S LOCK & KEY

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Locksmith retail store in downtown DeKalb, Illinois, since 1983, in current location since 1992. 3 employees, open 9-5:30 M-F, 9-Noon Sat.

Locksmith retail store in downtown DeKalb, Illinois, since 1983, in current location since 1992. 3 employees, open 9-5:30 M-F, 9-Noon Sat.

Expert Lock and Safe, Inc.

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Expert Lock and Safe, Inc.

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61 years of experience

Established in 1965 Expert Lock and Safe, Inc. is located in Genoa, IL, and is the top Locksmith in the Chicago area. Our experienced staff has been specially trained to fulfill your service needs in a friendly and informative way. Our customers can trust our advice for assistance in making intelligent buying decisions. The Licensed security specialists at Expert Lock and Safe are bonded and insured. We are in our second generation of trusted service since 1965. We sell and service all makes and models of locks safes and door closers, as well as key control non-duplicatable key systems, keyless mechanical and electrical access control systems, door pivots and reinforced full length hinges. We strive to provide the very best and most professional service, in a timely manner at the all important fair price. Call one of our professional locksmiths at (847) 338-5613

Established in 1965 Expert Lock and Safe, Inc. is located in Genoa, IL, and is the top Locksmith in the Chicago area. Our experienced staff has been specially trained to fulfill your service needs in a friendly and informative way. Our customers can trust our advice for assistance in making intelligent buying decisions. The Licensed security specialists at Expert Lock and Safe are bonded and insured. We are in our second generation of trusted service since 1965. We sell and service all makes and models of locks safes and door closers, as well as key control non-duplicatable key systems, keyless mechanical and electrical access control systems, door pivots and reinforced full length hinges. We strive to provide the very best and most professional service, in a timely manner at the all important fair price. Call one of our professional locksmiths at (847) 338-5613

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Whitaker's Handyman Services

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Whitaker's Handyman Services

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

I am a Rockford area handyman with over a decade of experience in property maintenance and management. My work isn't done until the customer is 100% happy and I know the job has been done the Right way. I can handle most jobs, big and small, either solo or with my team. Give me a call today for service that you can truly rely on.

"Fast, easy service! He had all of the tools he needed and did precise measurements! 10/10, HIGHLY recommended!"

Bre R on April 2022

I am a Rockford area handyman with over a decade of experience in property maintenance and management. My work isn't done until the customer is 100% happy and I know the job has been done the Right way. I can handle most jobs, big and small, either solo or with my team. Give me a call today for service that you can truly rely on.

"Fast, easy service! He had all of the tools he needed and did precise measurements! 10/10, HIGHLY recommended!"

Bre R on April 2022

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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Limitless Mobile Truck Tire Service | On-Site Tire Service

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Limitless Mobile Truck Tire Service | On-Site Tire Service

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11 years of experience

Limitless Mobile Tire Service provides 24 hour mobile tire service & repair. We serve all of Northern Illinois for any roadside service. We are proud to be the highest rated Towing & road service company in the area.

Limitless Mobile Tire Service provides 24 hour mobile tire service & repair. We serve all of Northern Illinois for any roadside service. We are proud to be the highest rated Towing & road service company in the area.

Shock Locks Locksmith

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Shock Locks Locksmith

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25 years of experience

24 Hour locksmith service in Rockford, IL. Shock Locks Locksmith is a reputable emergency locksmith company in Rockford. Car locksmith, Mobile cheap locksmith services at an affordable price. If you are searching for a locksmith near me in Rockford, you found the right place! Call today for the best locksmith prices near you. (815) 681-7584 24 Hour locksmith services, Shock locks locksmith.

24 Hour locksmith service in Rockford, IL. Shock Locks Locksmith is a reputable emergency locksmith company in Rockford. Car locksmith, Mobile cheap locksmith services at an affordable price. If you are searching for a locksmith near me in Rockford, you found the right place! Call today for the best locksmith prices near you. (815) 681-7584 24 Hour locksmith services, Shock locks locksmith.

J H Safe Lock & Key

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J H Safe Lock & Key

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Locally owned and operated since 1985, J H Safe Lock & Key proudly provides Rockford and the surrounding areas with high quality, honest, and reliable safe and locksmith services. J H Safe Lock & Key specializes in mobile locksmith services, including auto, home, and safe lockouts for commercial, residential, and industrial clients, as well as safe repairs and key duplication. Fully licensed in the state of Illinois with license #191000805, J H Safe Lock & Key has the knowledge and expertise to get you back into your home, vehicle, safe, or business in no time. For all of your Rockford area locksmith needs, call J H Safe Lock & Key, where honesty and quality counts!

Locally owned and operated since 1985, J H Safe Lock & Key proudly provides Rockford and the surrounding areas with high quality, honest, and reliable safe and locksmith services. J H Safe Lock & Key specializes in mobile locksmith services, including auto, home, and safe lockouts for commercial, residential, and industrial clients, as well as safe repairs and key duplication. Fully licensed in the state of Illinois with license #191000805, J H Safe Lock & Key has the knowledge and expertise to get you back into your home, vehicle, safe, or business in no time. For all of your Rockford area locksmith needs, call J H Safe Lock & Key, where honesty and quality counts!

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Locksmiths questions, answered by experts

You may be able to get a broken key out of a lock by yourself, depending on the situation. If a portion of the key is still protruding from your lock, try lubricating the keyway and using pliers or even a bobby pin to pull the key out of the hole. If you have jigsaw blades handy, you can also try using those to grab onto the stuck key and pull it out. 

But, if neither option works or you can’t reach the key, your only option is to call a locksmith for help. 

Yes, you should always change your locks after buying a house. Do so as soon as possible after you move in. Otherwise, you won’t know who has working keys to the property, whether they’re spare keys or otherwise. If an intruder gains access to your house with a key, it may not be covered under your homeowners insurance.

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.

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.

Replacing your locks isn’t always a necessary option. You can usually save money by rekeying locks instead of replacing the hardware. You should consider rekeying the locks instead of replacing them in the following scenarios:

  • You want to upgrade your existing locks.

  • You have a lock you don’t want to replace.

  • You recently bought a home and want to change the locks.

  • You lost your key.

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