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STARGATE LOCK SERVICES

4.99(
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STARGATE LOCK SERVICES

4.99(
117
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
Warranties offered

STARGATE LOCK SERVICES is a locksmith providing service. We provide residential and commercial lockouts, lock repair and installation, emergency car lockouts and car key replacement. We also copy car keys, key fobs. install smart lock, deadbolt, key fob, door lock, file cabinet lock,rekey locks or a master key system. we can help you with all your locksmith needs.

"I can see why there are so many 5 star reviews. Add one more for another well done job. Totally satisfied. "

Dave W on January 2026

STARGATE LOCK SERVICES is a locksmith providing service. We provide residential and commercial lockouts, lock repair and installation, emergency car lockouts and car key replacement. We also copy car keys, key fobs. install smart lock, deadbolt, key fob, door lock, file cabinet lock,rekey locks or a master key system. we can help you with all your locksmith needs.

"I can see why there are so many 5 star reviews. Add one more for another well done job. Totally satisfied. "

Dave W on January 2026


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Bell's Lock & Key Service

4.93(
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Bell's Lock & Key Service

4.93(
217
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
41 years of experience

Please contact me directly through the phone. With over 25 years served in the Chicagoland area, Bell's Lock and Key is your solution for any locksmith needs. Excelling in services of home, business and vehicle, our goal is to serve with integrity and to leave you feeling safe and secure! Family owned for 25 years! Additional locations in Naperville & Winfield. License number: 191-00067

"The man knew what I wanted and he proceeded to help me with my project. Very nice guy."

Steve M on August 2024

Please contact me directly through the phone. With over 25 years served in the Chicagoland area, Bell's Lock and Key is your solution for any locksmith needs. Excelling in services of home, business and vehicle, our goal is to serve with integrity and to leave you feeling safe and secure! Family owned for 25 years! Additional locations in Naperville & Winfield. License number: 191-00067

"The man knew what I wanted and he proceeded to help me with my project. Very nice guy."

Steve M on August 2024


"Fast friendly and neat"

Ervin H on April 2024

Here at Keymasters we pride ourselves in providing our customers with great service at a fair price. Our locksmiths have been serving the northwest suburbs for 19 years and are fully skilled to service all of your needs.

"Fast friendly and neat"

Ervin H on April 2024


Tom's Locksmith Skokie

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Tom's Locksmith Skokie

4.98(
275
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 99% of Angi customers
Recommended by 99% of HomeAdvisor customers

If your house roof leaks you call a roofer when your car engine breaks you call a mechanic. Some jobs are better left to the experts who are skilled to handle the job appropriately. Similarly, call us when you require Car Key Replacement. You will find that like the roofer or the mechanic, we have what it takes to do a great job because this is what we specialize in.

"My car key stopped responding I was panicking. Called this service and they showed up quickly Reprogrammed the key and got me back on the road. So grateful"

Zachary M on December 2025

If your house roof leaks you call a roofer when your car engine breaks you call a mechanic. Some jobs are better left to the experts who are skilled to handle the job appropriately. Similarly, call us when you require Car Key Replacement. You will find that like the roofer or the mechanic, we have what it takes to do a great job because this is what we specialize in.

"My car key stopped responding I was panicking. Called this service and they showed up quickly Reprogrammed the key and got me back on the road. So grateful"

Zachary M on December 2025


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Custom Lock & Safe

4.97(
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Custom Lock & Safe

4.97(
260
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers

Multiple Angie's List Super Service Award winner, most recent 2018. For quicker service please give me a call 847-514-2993. Cost is determined by the job. No travel charges. Service charges apply. . Extra charge for after hours services. No extra charge for weekend work! 2 employees. No subs

"Tom was on time and did the needed work. I highly recommend him and would definitely use him again."

G F on March 2021

Multiple Angie's List Super Service Award winner, most recent 2018. For quicker service please give me a call 847-514-2993. Cost is determined by the job. No travel charges. Service charges apply. . Extra charge for after hours services. No extra charge for weekend work! 2 employees. No subs

"Tom was on time and did the needed work. I highly recommend him and would definitely use him again."

G F on March 2021


"I would highly recommend MG Doors and Mark. He is a true expert and is also an extremely kind person. We shopped around to three different vendors and Mark was the only company who could give us what we needed and he was also the most affordable."

Julie A on June 2023

Award Winning Door Installations. We install the following: storm doors Owner Operated. No Subs. Charges Flat Rate. No Travel Charges.

"I would highly recommend MG Doors and Mark. He is a true expert and is also an extremely kind person. We shopped around to three different vendors and Mark was the only company who could give us what we needed and he was also the most affordable."

Julie A on June 2023


"Art has done a number of projects for me over the past several years. From installing an outdoor light fixture, re-attaching an indoor stair rail, securing loose hand shower bar, to recommending matching grout color for repairing grout that was crumbling in spots, Art's work has always been top notch. Growing up, my father was a perfectionist and always went the extra mile to repair things right. Art is the same way. He will do things right, and if it is something he doesn't feel confident about, he'll let you know that too, rather than trying to tackle something that he isn't sure he can do right. Highly recommend!"

Rebecca P on September 2018

Owner operated. No subs. Charges by the hour.

"Art has done a number of projects for me over the past several years. From installing an outdoor light fixture, re-attaching an indoor stair rail, securing loose hand shower bar, to recommending matching grout color for repairing grout that was crumbling in spots, Art's work has always been top notch. Growing up, my father was a perfectionist and always went the extra mile to repair things right. Art is the same way. He will do things right, and if it is something he doesn't feel confident about, he'll let you know that too, rather than trying to tackle something that he isn't sure he can do right. Highly recommend!"

Rebecca P on September 2018



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Duboff Locksmith Services LLC

4.99(
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Duboff Locksmith Services LLC

4.99(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers

My name is Scott and I am a professional, independent, and 24/7 locksmith with over 18 years experience. Prices vary according to the job. If you need it unlocked, repaired or replaced, please don't hesitate to call me. There is no job to small. Your locks will be working as smooth as butter and that is my guarantee.

"He did an excellent job. Very friendly too."

Sangyoon W on August 2023

My name is Scott and I am a professional, independent, and 24/7 locksmith with over 18 years experience. Prices vary according to the job. If you need it unlocked, repaired or replaced, please don't hesitate to call me. There is no job to small. Your locks will be working as smooth as butter and that is my guarantee.

"He did an excellent job. Very friendly too."

Sangyoon W on August 2023


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Locksmiths questions, answered by experts

First, maintain composure and avoid forcing it further. Inspect the key to see if enough material remains exposed for extraction. Use pliers or tweezers to grasp and gently pull out the broken piece if possible. Lubricate the keyhole with a graphite-based spray to aid removal. If self-removal proves challenging or risks damaging the lock, seek a professional locksmith's assistance. They possess the necessary tools and expertise to extract the key without causing damage.

Although you should rekey your locks after moving into a new home, you may feel more comfortable replacing the locks entirely. Here are some other scenarios when you should replace your locks rather than rekey them:

  • When someone moves out of your home.

  • There are too many copies of the existing key.

  • Your home experiences any type of break-in.

  • You lose your key with the address on it.

Lock picking is a relatively subtle method of unauthorized access, making it hard to detect. But there are telltale signs to look for. First, look for scratches or tool marks around the keyhole or the lock's surface. Also, check for loose or misaligned components, like a wonky strike plate, which could indicate tampering. Consulting a locksmith or security professional for an assessment can provide valuable insights, too. Investing in high-quality locks and considering additional security measures, like security cameras, can help deter potential intruders and enhance your overall safety.

A deadbolt has a different design, construction, and security level than a regular lock. Regular locks are mostly used for interior doors around the home, like bedrooms and bathrooms, and they usually include a locking mechanism on the inside. While regular locks are easy to use and install, they provide little security. 

A deadbolt adds a layer of security and is most commonly used on exterior doors. The installation is typically more complicated, but they hold up to wear and tear.

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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