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Emerald Locksmith
4.7(
44
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Serving Albertville, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Upfront and honest about the fact that my low-priced Amazon-purchased key fob replacement probably wouldn’t work properly. Managed my expectations, then exceeded them. Fob and emergency key work great! Excellent communication with me prior to arrival. Personable, professional, on-time, and reasonably priced. Highly recommend."
Response time2 hrs
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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The Lockstar Locksmith Service
4.9(
7
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Serving Albertville, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We just moved into our house and had been in contact with The Lockstar Locksmith service. We had scheduled a time to receive new locks well in advance. Jeff was right on top of everything and met me at our scheduled time. It was a great experience and he had our new locks in which was a great feeling being we just closed on our house and were excited to have new locks/keys to ourselves. Jeff made us feel very comfortable and it was a great experience. Highly recommended!"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Locksmiths questions, answered by experts

The best type of deadbolt depends on your specific needs. If accessibility is your primary concern, a single-cylinder deadbolt is the easiest to operate. Mortise locks are likely the most secure type of deadbolt you can install, but single-cylinders combined with secondary locking mechanisms like vertical locks are also a great option. Smart locks will give you the most flexibility to open and close your locks whenever and wherever you need to. 

Deadbolts are solid and durable as can be, but the pin and tumbler can still be forced open, thus making this type of lock susceptible to picking. Most types of deadbolts are harder to pick than a traditional spring-based lock, though. It requires a specialized lock pick and a tension wrench to align all of the pins, thus unlocking the door. 

In some cases this is possible, but it’s not advisable as the screwdriver is likely to leave marks all over the wall and a noticeable dent on the door. Move slowly and carefully if you have to use this method, and consider calling an emergency locksmith right away instead of trying to break in.

If you also have a standard door leading to your garage, install a robust deadbolt lock and reinforce the frame with security plates. Then, secure any windows with shatterproof glass or film to deter break-ins. Consider a smart garage door opener for your car entrance, enabling remote monitoring and control through your smartphone. Motion-activated lighting around the garage to deter intruders is a great way to amplify these security efforts. Lastly, educate your family on security practices, such as keeping the garage entrances closed and locked.

It could be difficult to get in and out of a lock for several reasons, such as the keyhole needing additional lubrication. Particles, debris, and dirt can also get into a lock, making a key stuck (the lubrication can help with the removal). 

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