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"Jon is incredibly skilled, professional and patient in terms of explaining the functions and implementation of a smart lock system in our home. There was an enormous difference in the quality of installation in comparison to the existing locks installed by our contractors. Highly recommended with five stars!"

Sam M on January 2019

Commercial Residential Automotive Locksmith services. By appointment only.

"Jon is incredibly skilled, professional and patient in terms of explaining the functions and implementation of a smart lock system in our home. There was an enormous difference in the quality of installation in comparison to the existing locks installed by our contractors. Highly recommended with five stars!"

Sam M on January 2019


Star Locksmith

170 Bradford Road
4.93(
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Star Locksmith

170 Bradford Road
4.93(
246
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
36 years of experience

Star Locksmith is a family-owned and -operated business. We strive to provide you with outstanding customer service and guarantee all of our work. Our locksmiths have more than 20 years of experience.

"Couldn’t ask for more. Polite professional timely and job well done."

N D on June 2019

Star Locksmith is a family-owned and -operated business. We strive to provide you with outstanding customer service and guarantee all of our work. Our locksmiths have more than 20 years of experience.

"Couldn’t ask for more. Polite professional timely and job well done."

N D on June 2019


"Awesome!!!"

David G on October 2025

Your Neighborhood Locksmith proudly serves our customers with pride, integrity, and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call today!

"Awesome!!!"

David G on October 2025


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Mass Lock, Inc.

285 Main Street
4.91(
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Mass Lock, Inc.

285 Main Street
4.91(
57
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
55 local quotes requested

MassLock has been proudly servicing the Boston metro area since 1999. We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet our consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Micheal came out to change multiple locks for us and was awesome! So friendly and efficient. Would reccomend!"

Jess N on November 2024

MassLock has been proudly servicing the Boston metro area since 1999. We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet our consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Micheal came out to change multiple locks for us and was awesome! So friendly and efficient. Would reccomend!"

Jess N on November 2024




Locksmith Boston

159A Old Colony Ave
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Locksmith Boston

159A Old Colony Ave
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19 years of experience

Locksmith Boston MA is the most reliable locksmith company in the city, where experience and quick response are our foundation for success. Our services cover the Boston Metro Area and beyond, including home lockouts, automotive lockouts, ignition repairs. Our highly trained, insured, bonded, and licensed technicians will come to your location all across the city within a convenient time frame. We're always close by and ready to help give Locksmith Boston MA a call at (617) 336-8344 or visit our website http://247locksmithboston-ma.com.

Locksmith Boston MA is the most reliable locksmith company in the city, where experience and quick response are our foundation for success. Our services cover the Boston Metro Area and beyond, including home lockouts, automotive lockouts, ignition repairs. Our highly trained, insured, bonded, and licensed technicians will come to your location all across the city within a convenient time frame. We're always close by and ready to help give Locksmith Boston MA a call at (617) 336-8344 or visit our website http://247locksmithboston-ma.com.


All Town Locksmith LLC

39 Mt Vernon St
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All Town Locksmith LLC

39 Mt Vernon St
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Commercial locksmith, Residential locksmith, Emergency Locksmith, Automotive Locksmith. All Town Locksmith LLC is a fast and reliable, twenty-four hour-seven day a week professional company with services at affordable prices. We take pride in our craftsmanship in all areas of the locksmith industry. We proudly service all of Brighton, Massachusetts and surrounding areas. 39 Mt Vernon St Apt 2, Brighton, MA, 02135. (617) 870-8121 https://alltown-locksmith.com/

Commercial locksmith, Residential locksmith, Emergency Locksmith, Automotive Locksmith. All Town Locksmith LLC is a fast and reliable, twenty-four hour-seven day a week professional company with services at affordable prices. We take pride in our craftsmanship in all areas of the locksmith industry. We proudly service all of Brighton, Massachusetts and surrounding areas. 39 Mt Vernon St Apt 2, Brighton, MA, 02135. (617) 870-8121 https://alltown-locksmith.com/


Prostar Locksmith

6 Liberty Sq
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Prostar Locksmith

6 Liberty Sq
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With decades of industry experience, our highly trained professionals have been exceeding the needs of residential, commercial and automotive customers across the Boston metro area for many years. We provide 24/7 emergency and non-emergency services to the entire Boston metro area. Some of our services include lock changes, lock re-keys, lock repairs, lockouts, master key systems, panic bar installations, car key replacements, FOB key replacements, car key programming, safe lockouts and more. While our technology and products have changed over the years, our values and principals have remained steadfast. Our number one priority has and always will be our customers.

With decades of industry experience, our highly trained professionals have been exceeding the needs of residential, commercial and automotive customers across the Boston metro area for many years. We provide 24/7 emergency and non-emergency services to the entire Boston metro area. Some of our services include lock changes, lock re-keys, lock repairs, lockouts, master key systems, panic bar installations, car key replacements, FOB key replacements, car key programming, safe lockouts and more. While our technology and products have changed over the years, our values and principals have remained steadfast. Our number one priority has and always will be our customers.


Veritas Lock & Key

1309 Beacon St
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Veritas Lock & Key

1309 Beacon St
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Veritas Lock and Key in Brookline, MA is a licensed, bonded, and insured service. We pride ourselves in keeping the highest professional standards and having the cheapest prices around town. We know that by providing superior services in the fastest time possible with the most affordable prices we will stay the leader in the 24-hour service and mobile locksmith service industry. That is why we maintain an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau and work closely with the Associated Locksmiths of America to ensure our techs are always on the cutting edge regarding training and certifications.

Veritas Lock and Key in Brookline, MA is a licensed, bonded, and insured service. We pride ourselves in keeping the highest professional standards and having the cheapest prices around town. We know that by providing superior services in the fastest time possible with the most affordable prices we will stay the leader in the 24-hour service and mobile locksmith service industry. That is why we maintain an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau and work closely with the Associated Locksmiths of America to ensure our techs are always on the cutting edge regarding training and certifications.

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Locksmiths questions, answered by experts

Whether or not keyless door locks are safe and trustworthy depends on the visibility of the programming code—and a trespasser’s determination. Even if you carefully guard entry and programming codes, those trying to break in may be able to crack open the lock’s faceplate with a screwdriver and change the codes. The same goes for manual models.

Some find smart locks the safest option because it’s harder to manipulate codes without access to your phone. But it’s possible to get hacked even then. Consider installing an extended security system, like door and window alarms or surveillance cameras, to enhance security. 

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.

It’s possible, but depends on the design of your lock. Some door locks that lack a keyhole do boast a small hole on the exterior handle or knob. This hole’s primary function is to allow water to drain out of the lock, in addition to giving homeowners an easy spot to insert lubrication. However, you can typically use a paperclip in this pinhole to unlock the door by manipulating the mechanism inside. 

Regrettably, entirely pick-proof locks don't exist unless you opt for keyless varieties. Locks advertised as "pick-proof" are, in reality, more resilient against lock-picking and bumping attempts because of complex mechanisms consisting of pins and sidebars. These locks work like this—they assign two tasks to the key, enhancing security by making unauthorized entry more challenging.

The cost-effectiveness of fixing or replacing a door lock depends on the severity of the issue. Repairing a minor problem, such as loose screws or a need for lubrication, is usually cheaper than replacing the entire lock. However, replacing the lock if it is severely damaged, outdated, or lacks security features may be a better long-term investment. New locks often have improved security features, enhancing your property's safety.

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