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Last update on October 30, 2020

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Key Hole
4.9(
44
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Serving Shady Side, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1960

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I got a call almost immediately with a quote, and the job was done the next day. Would recommend to anyone for any locksmith work!"
Response time7 hrs
Response rate85%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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All United Locksmith
4.8(
17
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Serving Shady Side, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Responsive and on time. Locksmith was happy to slightly adjust the position of the lock for me after the initial installation."
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+15

Response time11 hrs
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Affordable locksmith, Inc.
4.8(
208
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Serving Shady Side, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"They did a great job. On time, quick work, very inexpensive for the work as well. I will be using them again the next time I need a locksmith."
handleset locks
locks
keypad lock
handleset locks
keypad for commercial door

+13

Response time2 hrs
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Safe House
4.0(
1,678
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Serving Shady Side, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Arrived 2 hours outside 3 hour window, but did at least call to say they'd be late. Low-tech vent cleaning: a drill, a wire brush, and extension cable, two guys in a car, a short ladder, a small vacuum cleaner. I've had an entire house's vents steam cleaned before at the price they charged for 20 feet of dryer duct. Too expensive for the job and amount of effort put in. The invoice said Locksmith so obviously they do this on the side. The job was passable, just not super thorough. Not recommended."
Garage Door Installation
Garage Door Installation
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Lift Master Door Opener
Broken Garage Door

+2

Response time4 hrs
Response rate97%
Recommended by79%of homeowners
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Citywide Roadside Lock and Key
4.4(
7
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Serving Shady Side, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Mr. Larry Marshall my locksmith was phenomenal. He was very professional and service oriented. Very courteous and addressed all of my concerns. Would definitely use him for future services."
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Locksmiths questions, answered by experts

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.

Standard residential deadbolt locks come with a steel bolt that locks your door into place using a key (or keypad) on one side and a thumb turn on the other. When you lock it, the bolt slides into a strike plate on your door jamb to secure your door shut.

Yes, you should always change your locks after buying a house. Do so as soon as possible after you move in. Otherwise, you won’t know who has working keys to the property, whether they’re spare keys or otherwise. If an intruder gains access to your house with a key, it may not be covered under your homeowners insurance.

Smart deadbolts are a worthwhile investment for homeowners seeking more convenience, flexibility, and advanced features than a traditional deadbolt can provide. While a strong conventional deadbolt offers sufficient security for most, smart deadbolts provide significant upgrades.

Key benefits include keyless entry via smartphone, keypads, or biometric sensors, and the ability to lock or unlock your door remotely. You can also manage access for guests by creating temporary codes, eliminating the need for physical keys and the risk of them being lost or duplicated. Many models integrate with smart home systems and offer features like automatic locking, entry-exit monitoring, and tamper alerts with encryption for enhanced security.

However, there are downsides to consider. Smart deadbolts are more expensive than their traditional counterparts and rely on batteries and wireless networks to function. This dependency introduces potential vulnerabilities, such as hacking by skilled intruders and privacy concerns. Installation can also be more complex. Despite these drawbacks, the added layer of convenience and protection makes them a compelling option for many.

Yes, but adding a deadbolt to some door materials, like steel, may make installation a little bit trickier. For these materials, you will want to hire a locksmith to do the work for you, but be aware that they may charge an additional fee of $25 to $50 or more.

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