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Frontpoint
4.7(
8,819
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Security Safe - Install

Serving Alexandria, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a bit of trouble with my molding around the doors vs how the system was designed. The tech guy hung with me for 39 minutes until it was perfect. I called customer service a couple times after that with questions that came up. The customer service team are professional and knowledgeable."
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Garden Structures & More
4.6(
73
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Hardware, Latches & Tracks (Door) - Repair or Replace

Serving Alexandria, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hal and his crew did an excellent job on all of my projects.  Hal is skilled and reliable.  Finally, he is trustworthy with your projects.  He goes the extra mile for his clients!  
Hal managed the projects for me.  All I needed to do was tell him what I wanted, and he took care of everything.  He recommended materials and gave me good information to make decisions.  Hal and his crew completed the projects and left my house very neat and clean.  I highly recommend Hal as a handyman.
PS-He loves animals and pays special attention to mine when he is at my house working on a project."
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Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Protect America Home Security
3.5(
227
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Security Safe - Install

Serving Alexandria, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very professional.
Pricey but high quality and excellent customer service.  The company and all service personnel and customer service are ALL in the United States of America.
The system is easy to use and any questions are answered promptly and completey.
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Platinum Package - Protects up To 15 Doors / Windows for FREE
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Simon XT Touchscreen
Recommended by64%of homeowners
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SkyCover
5.0(
5
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Security Safe - Install

Serving Alexandria, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

SkyCover provides a total home security and automation solution that is 100% wireless with 100% cellular monitoring and no long-term contract. SkyCover monitoring includes interactive services for remote system control and access. Trust SkyCover to deliver with risk-free 30-day trial, free shipping and no long-term contract monitoring.

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Locksmiths questions, answered by experts

Rekeying your own locks is a low-cost task that prevents you from having to replace the locks themselves completely. The first couple of times you rekey a lock may be challenging because this is an intermediate DIY task. You can purchase a rekey kit from most hardware stores, but make sure you’re buying the kit from the brand of lock in your home that you’re going to rekey. 

Aside from the labor costs, several other factors can impact the cost of hiring a locksmith. If you can avoid services during off-hours, you can save on fees often charged for urgent requests. Consider additional factors such as:

  • Type of services required

  • Emergency call fees

  • Home and lock location

  • Number of locks to repair or install

  • Peak hours

  • Type of locks

In general, keyless door locks are considered safe, and their security depends on the type and quality of the lock. They cannot be picked like a traditional lock and often include added features like biometric access, PIN codes, and smartphone connectivity, which can make them more secure. However, they are not without risks. Potential vulnerabilities include hacking for Wi-Fi-connected models, battery failure, power outages, and technical malfunctions. To maximize security, it is important to choose a reliable brand, stay on top of software updates, and perform regular maintenance. While the risks are different, keyless locks are not considered more dangerous than traditional locks.

When it comes to how to get a stuck key out of a lock, the simplest way is to use some kind of lubricating substance. One option is to apply graphite powder while wiggling the key gently. As the graphite fills the lock, jiggling should loosen the key enough to allow you to pull it out.

Rekeying a lock changes the internal mechanism so that a new key works, while replacing a lock involves swapping out the entire hardware. Rekeying is a good, cost-effective option when you want to ensure old keys no longer work, such as after moving into a new home or losing a key. It's also ideal if you want to keep your existing lock hardware. You should opt to replace the locks entirely if you want to upgrade to a more secure or different style of lock, if the current lock is old or damaged, after a break-in, or if too many copies of the old key exist.

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