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SafeStreets - ADT Authorized Provider
4.8(
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Serving Pecatonica, IL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2010

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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(
856
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Serving Pecatonica, 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."
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80 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Frontpoint
4.7(
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Serving Pecatonica, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

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"Equipment is Self-Installation, which is fine, but the equipment is not very good quality and requiring constant care. Keypad/interface with the main system is not intuitive at all.
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Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Andy's Garage Door & Handyman Service
4.5(
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Serving Pecatonica, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

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Emergency services offered

"Andy and his son are the most dedicated and hard-working professionals that I have ever worked with! I would HIGHLY recommend Andy's Garage Door & Handyman Service to anyone needing a garage door install. Andy worked with me, as I needed a specific date and time for the installation ~ an afternoon start time. Due to unforeseen circumstances (a rotten header that needed to be replaced before the door could be installed), the job took longer than anticipated. Andy purchased the needed materials and stayed on the job until almost 10:00pm on a Friday night! What dedication! The door is now beautiful and runs smoothly!"
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Affordable Painting Services
4.6(
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Serving Pecatonica, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

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Emergency services offered

In a shrinking market with below standard service providers, we are at the forefront of quality and accountability. Affordable Painting Services. offers superior customer service with the highest quality work available in the Machesney Park, Rockford, IL area.\nYour satisfaction is our utmost priority. Don't hire a fly by night "painter" who picked up a brush when the economy crashed. We've been in business for 17 years and our referral list (commercial and residential) reflects our quality. All of our employees are background checked to ensure the quality of persons on your property. All service calls will be completed in a timely and efficient manner. We offer 24 hour turnaround, as needed.

Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Choice Home Warranty
4.0(
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Serving Pecatonica, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Choice responded quickly but the insurance plan does not pay for all doors to be re-keyed unless you have very few locks. The number of locks covered by the insurance is determined by keyholes, not doors! (Read your policy!) You will likely have to shell out some money to have this essential new-home service if you have more than four keyholes. The locksmith they called was EXCELLENT and made all our locks completely functional. We will happily hire the locksmith again (R.L Locksmith LLC). We paid $201.81 (plus another $50 for some door re-alignment not included in the re-keying benefit) and Choice paid $100 for the job."
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Locksmiths questions, answered by experts

Smart locks offer a similar level of safety to traditional or conventional locks because they often use comparable locking mechanisms, such as deadbolts. The primary difference is the access method: smart locks use a login or code instead of a physical key, which adds convenience. While not inherently safer, some smart locks have added security features that can deter intruders, like shutting down after too many incorrect code attempts or being harder to pick. For the best security, it's recommended to combine any lock with other home safety features like motion-activated lighting, security cameras, and window and door sensors.

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.

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.

You might assume that having two locks on one door will offer more protection than only one lock, but there may not be an advantage. While there’s nothing wrong with having two locks if you feel it’s best for your living situation, rest assured having one high-quality deadbolt installed correctly will offer a high level of protection.

There are many types of deadbolts, but these tips work on most. First, address any grime buildup. A bit of WD-40 will loose up rust and dirt so the deadbolt can turn. Inspect the door and frame alignment if this doesn't resolve the issue. Adjust the strike plate or the deadbolt's position to improve alignment. If the problem persists, disassemble the lock to inspect for damaged or worn parts. If you are unsure how to do it, hire a local locksmith.

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