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Avatar for For Heart Enterprises
For Heart Enterprises
5.0(
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Serving Riverdale, 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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Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by31%of homeowners
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SafeStreets - ADT Authorized Provider
4.8(
320
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Serving Riverdale, 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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ADT
4.5(
858
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Serving Riverdale, 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."
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+35

80 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
My Property Masters
3.7(
212
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Serving Riverdale, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"The handyman, Paul, was punctual, professional and did quality work. He replaced the small section of my wood soffit that had water damage with new wood, painted it and caulked. He cleaned up the area when he was done. Paul also re-secured several of my window shutters that had loose screws. He spray painted the screw caps to match the color of my shutters."
Response time8 hrs
255 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by64%of homeowners
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Chicago Locksmiths
4.8(
408
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Serving Riverdale, 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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Serving Riverdale, 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
Keymaker Pro
4.9(
4
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Serving Riverdale, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity. We offer a variety of residential and commercial locksmith services that are customizable. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to our clients. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Forest Door Company Inc
4.8(
33
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Serving Riverdale, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1946

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I called Forest door for a quote and they came out to quote it right away. Their price was competitive. I had them quote on the door quite a while ago but I did not proceed because of cost. When I re-opened my inquiry, between them and their competition, they were able to locate the quote quickly and got the business. It took about two weeks for the door to come in and they installed it right away. The two man crew came out to my house within the one hour time frame. It took a few hours to install."
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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.

While lock crunching as a whole is not terribly common, it is one of the most frequently used means of forced entry into a home. Recent data suggests that forced entry through lock crunching or snapping occurs in more than 25% of burglaries.

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.

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.

Most door knobs can be removed with a Phillips or flathead screwdriver. If you don’t have either of those available, a paper clip or small pin can sometimes work, but the extra effort may not be worth a quick trip to the hardware store.

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