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Amherst Lockworks

5.0(
28
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Doors (Interior) Installation and Replacement, Locksmith, Storm Door Installation,

About us

I started Amherst Lockworks from the ground up in 1990 after completing courses in locksmithing through the Door Hardware Institute 1988 and Foley Belsaw institute 1989, I was given a CORI back ground check and approved to be a Certified/bonded Locksmith in 1990. Since then, I have operated my business primarily from mobile service vans, traveling to my customers-bringing my van, which is fully stocked with Key cutting machines, Master keying kits, Boring jigs, Locksmith tools, locks and hardware to your home or office. Since 1990, my base of loyal customers has steadily increased in both the commercial and residential aspects of whom have kept the phones ringing and allowed me to stock more brands of locks, along with commercial hardware which includes panic bars, door closers and access control along with a good selection of key blanks to meet your needs over the years.My locksmith business operates 830-5, M-F. By request, I have and will continue to make special arrangements to accommodate your busy schedule and please feel free to call and ask any question that you can think of. Mention Angie's List and i'll take $10.00 bucks off your next Lock installed ." -Derek Lauder, Owner, Certified Locksmith.

Business highlights

35 years of experience

Services we offer

& Safe Lock Repairs, Builders Hardware, Deadbolts - High Security, Door Closers, Lock Maintenance, Master Keying, Panic Bars Commercial Locks, Rekeying, Restricted Key Systems

Amenities

Free Estimates

Yes

Accepted Payment Methods

  • CreditCard
Reviews
5.028 Reviews
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Marny A.
Dec 2018
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$400
Derek was great. Had to accommodate schedule changes due to bad weather. He was prompt, did a great job, and gave us plenty of extra keys. Extremely happy with his work.
Jane H.
Oct 2017
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$122
everything was good
BARBARA T.
Sep 2017
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Fine. Locksmith was competent and kind.
Janet M.
Aug 2017
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$150
Derek was prompt, friendly and efficient. He went beyond the letter of the job, making adjustments to doors, explaining details, leaving five new keys for our use. Answered many questions about area and was just generally a pleasure to have at the house working.
Brant C.
Jul 2017
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$160
Derek was excellent. He responded very quickly to my voicemail requesting service. Scheduling was easy. He stayed in touch and showed up on time (a bit early, actually--and he called to let me know and confirm it would be ok). He was friendly, got to work right away, got the job done right. He also advised me on the choice between keyed and keyless locks. I'd definitely use him again!
Cecelia S.
Feb 2017
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
As expected.
Kevin C.
Dec 2015
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
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R C.
Nov 2015
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$500
Discussed the job over the phone. Scheduled the appointment, he came on time, did the job, cleaned up after himself and we are very happy!
Kim W.
Oct 2015
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
He took extra time to educated us on about different types and brands of locks and did great work. He did go above and beyond with his service for us. He also gave credit to us for our old locks.
Alessandra U.
Oct 2015
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$300
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Katherine D.
Oct 2015
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
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Brianna M.
Oct 2015
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$289
Fantastic service! Will use them again. Did a great job re-keying, professional (used an old sheet so he wouldn't get dust from drilling all over the hardwood floors). Thank you!
Lisa L.
Aug 2015
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
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David N.
Aug 2015
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$630
Derek was very prompt in getting to us and coming to the house to look the situation over.  He had choices of lock types in his truck so we could see some of the various colors.  Because our situation was a little tricky with rekeying and replacing with only one key to unlock everything, Derek needed to see what the best choices were.  He texted us some pictures of the choices he thought would work best along with 3 estimates.  Once we made the selection, he was there within a week to replace them all.  He made sure all the doors opened and closed smoothly, adjusting the strikeplates as needed.  Great job and his estimate on the installation time was just right.  Also, he was running a promotion for his 25th business anniversary where you only needed to congratulate him on his anniversary and he gave a 15% discount.
So, I feel we got a very fair price for all the work, and Derek was friendly, courteous and very professional.  His ratings are all 4 and 5 stars which prompted us to contact him in the first place, and he gets another 5 star rating from us!
Susan K.
Jul 2015
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$250
He was friendly and efficient. He met us at the house at the exact designated time and performed his duties promptly. We were very pleased with his services and would use him again without question.


Thomas V.
Oct 2014
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$167
Service was excellent. Derek came in and was able to rekey all four entrances in about an hour. This included knobs and deadbolts. He gave us service options that saved us a lot of money. Will definitely recommend this company to another homeowner.
A S.
Oct 2014
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$100
Everything went perfectly and quickly, and the price was very reasonable. A+.
William G.
Oct 2014
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$135
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Arvid N.
Sep 2014
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$550
Derek at Amherst Lockworks goes above and beyond when it comes to service. I had a number of older, corroded and worn out door knobs, and he replaced them all with rock solid installations, even caulking up and reinforcing the degraded wood around a gouged out strikeplate. EDIT 9/20/14 and ndash; I should also add he fixed a wobbly older knob another locksmith declared "unfixable". It works like new now. He's prompt, courteous and professional. I highly recommend him.
Barbara M.
May 2014
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$108
Prompt, professional, reasonable and we would use him again.
Janet S.
Apr 2014
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$60
Derek arrived on time and was very professional - got to work right away and was able to fix my out-of-date deadbolt lock/doorknob which now works as well as when I had it installed. No one can get in now! (without the key, that is!) He did a great job and I have his card in case I need him again for some other job. I would gladly use him again.
Katherine G.
Feb 2014
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$92
We called him at 11:00 and he said he would be over by 3:00. He arrived just before 3:00 and had the job done quickly and efficiently.
Carla C.
Feb 2014
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
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Carla C.
Feb 2014
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
He did a quick job that was great. The price was right! I would recommend his services.
Heather B.
Dec 2013
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$150
Derek is a top shelf provider. He is professional, clean, timely and affable. His specialty is delivering everything a customer needs to the front door - and that was certainly the case with us. Thanks!
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FAQ

Amherst Lockworks is currently rated 5.0 overall out of 5.

Amherst Lockworks accepts the following forms of payment: CreditCard

Yes, Amherst Lockworks offers free project estimates.

No, Amherst Lockworks does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.

No, Amherst Lockworks does not offer a senior discount.

No, Amherst Lockworks does not offer emergency services.

No, Amherst Lockworks does not offer warranties.