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Holt Lock & Key

4.96(
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Holt Lock & Key

4.96(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 99% of Angi customers
Recommended by 99% of HomeAdvisor customers

Owner operated. Uses subs occasionally. Cost is determined by the job. Extra charge for after hours service may apply. Award winning. For fastest response time, please contact us by phone. (612) 822-9522

"We rekeyed two locks of my new home. Tim arrived on time and was able to rekey two locks and provide copies of the new keys in about 30 minutes. He was very professional and friendly. I would recommend Holt Lock & Key."

Ryan H on August 2021

Owner operated. Uses subs occasionally. Cost is determined by the job. Extra charge for after hours service may apply. Award winning. For fastest response time, please contact us by phone. (612) 822-9522

"We rekeyed two locks of my new home. Tim arrived on time and was able to rekey two locks and provide copies of the new keys in about 30 minutes. He was very professional and friendly. I would recommend Holt Lock & Key."

Ryan H on August 2021

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Quality Locksmith, Inc.

4.99(
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Quality Locksmith, Inc.

4.99(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers

We're a locally owned and operated company with over 22 years of industry experience. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of Home Improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in exterior home cleaning and a variety of related service and repair projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

"We had a complicated lock-out that Quality Locksmith Service was able to fix after a lot of work on their part. I even got a new battery in my key fob at no charge. Ben and his staff very friendly and very professional. I highly recommend and would call them again in a heartbeat."

Mary S on August 2023

We're a locally owned and operated company with over 22 years of industry experience. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of Home Improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in exterior home cleaning and a variety of related service and repair projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

"We had a complicated lock-out that Quality Locksmith Service was able to fix after a lot of work on their part. I even got a new battery in my key fob at no charge. Ben and his staff very friendly and very professional. I highly recommend and would call them again in a heartbeat."

Mary S on August 2023

Minneapolis Lock & Key

4.92(
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Minneapolis Lock & Key

4.92(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers

Locally owned & operated since 1915, Additional phone numbers - (612) 827-1949, (612) 825-0520.

"Great. Fitted the right key for the lock and sold me a few"

SANDY O on April 2019

Locally owned & operated since 1915, Additional phone numbers - (612) 827-1949, (612) 825-0520.

"Great. Fitted the right key for the lock and sold me a few"

SANDY O on April 2019

White Bear Locksmith Inc

4.97(
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White Bear Locksmith Inc

4.97(
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Since 1982, White Bear Locksmith Inc. has been providing expert lock, key, and safe services to residential and commercial customers in White Bear Lake, Minnesota, and the surrounding areas. We make the safety and convenience of our customers a priority, providing mobile and emergency services.

"Excellent. Troy was prompt, professional and friendly, completed the job quickly and cleaned up before he left. His price was lower than another locksmith I called. He is the owner of White Bear Lockmith in White Bear Lake. Highly recommend."

Shawn C on August 2020

Since 1982, White Bear Locksmith Inc. has been providing expert lock, key, and safe services to residential and commercial customers in White Bear Lake, Minnesota, and the surrounding areas. We make the safety and convenience of our customers a priority, providing mobile and emergency services.

"Excellent. Troy was prompt, professional and friendly, completed the job quickly and cleaned up before he left. His price was lower than another locksmith I called. He is the owner of White Bear Lockmith in White Bear Lake. Highly recommend."

Shawn C on August 2020

DAVIS LOCK & SAFE

4.92(
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DAVIS LOCK & SAFE

4.92(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Davis Lock and Safe, also known as Ray Davis and Son's Locksmiths, has been serving the locksmith needs of Saint Paul, Minneapolis, and the entire metro area since 1923. Give us a call and our security specialists can service your locks on site or bring your locks into our shop for fast professional service. Your one stop shop for your lock and safe needs.

"Mike the technician was courteous, efficient, and attentive to detail. I really needed a locksmith in a pinch (and after hours at that!), and Davis Lock & Safe provided kind and professional service and included a detailed report of all work completed. I would absolutely use them again!"

Jane T on July 2022

Davis Lock and Safe, also known as Ray Davis and Son's Locksmiths, has been serving the locksmith needs of Saint Paul, Minneapolis, and the entire metro area since 1923. Give us a call and our security specialists can service your locks on site or bring your locks into our shop for fast professional service. Your one stop shop for your lock and safe needs.

"Mike the technician was courteous, efficient, and attentive to detail. I really needed a locksmith in a pinch (and after hours at that!), and Davis Lock & Safe provided kind and professional service and included a detailed report of all work completed. I would absolutely use them again!"

Jane T on July 2022

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Stellar Keys & Remotes LLC

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Stellar Keys & Remotes LLC

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
25 years of experience

Stellar Keys and Remotes is a family owned business dedicated to the latest automotive security technology. Our specialty is same day on-site vehicle key replacement.

"I had a great experience with Hajji from Stellar Keys and Remotes. He came out to my house three different times to fix my son’s car, always showing up right on time and with a positive attitude. He even brought me an apple and a banana one day — which says a lot about the kind of person he is. The price was exactly what we agreed on, no surprises, and he even fixed the hood latch for free while he was here. It’s rare to find someone so reliable, honest, and genuinely kind. I highly recommend Hajji and Stellar Keys and Remotes to anyone needing car key or lock repairs."

Tim P on September 2025

Stellar Keys and Remotes is a family owned business dedicated to the latest automotive security technology. Our specialty is same day on-site vehicle key replacement.

"I had a great experience with Hajji from Stellar Keys and Remotes. He came out to my house three different times to fix my son’s car, always showing up right on time and with a positive attitude. He even brought me an apple and a banana one day — which says a lot about the kind of person he is. The price was exactly what we agreed on, no surprises, and he even fixed the hood latch for free while he was here. It’s rare to find someone so reliable, honest, and genuinely kind. I highly recommend Hajji and Stellar Keys and Remotes to anyone needing car key or lock repairs."

Tim P on September 2025

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ADT Security Services, Inc

4.13(
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ADT Security Services, Inc

4.13(
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Customers say: Super punctual
151 years of experience

ADT is one of today's most trusted and well-known brands in the security industry and currently serves more than six million customers, making us the largest company of our kind in both the U.S. and Canada. Our broad and pioneering set of products and services—from interactive home and business solutions to home health services—meet a range of customer needs for today's active and increasingly mobile lifestyles.

ADT is one of today's most trusted and well-known brands in the security industry and currently serves more than six million customers, making us the largest company of our kind in both the U.S. and Canada. Our broad and pioneering set of products and services—from interactive home and business solutions to home health services—meet a range of customer needs for today's active and increasingly mobile lifestyles.

A All Hours LockSmith

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A All Hours LockSmith

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We are an area-wide locksmith service for your home, auto and business offering round the clock coverage. Service available immediately or by appointment. Serving the Minneapolis and St Paul metro area and surrounding suburbs since 1999.

We are an area-wide locksmith service for your home, auto and business offering round the clock coverage. Service available immediately or by appointment. Serving the Minneapolis and St Paul metro area and surrounding suburbs since 1999.

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Locksmiths questions, answered by experts

Thieves can open almost anything with enough time and the right tools, but they also prefer easy targets that are unlikely to get them caught. Forcing open gates is loud and difficult, and to be able to open one electronically requires extensive knowledge of the system, which most thieves don't have. Electric and other security gates are great deterrents because the thief will move to an easier target. If the thief is determined to enter your property, they will most likely find a different entrance point.

There are many types of deadbolts, but these tips work on most. First, address any grime buildup. A bit of WD-40 will loose up rust and dirt so the deadbolt can turn. Inspect the door and frame alignment if this doesn't resolve the issue. Adjust the strike plate or the deadbolt's position to improve alignment. If the problem persists, disassemble the lock to inspect for damaged or worn parts. If you are unsure how to do it, hire a local locksmith.

Begin by checking the power source, typically a battery or wired connection. Ensure the battery is installed correctly, has sufficient charge, and isn't corroded. If it's a wired lock, examine the electrical connections to confirm they are secure and free from damage. Additionally, inspect the lock's programming or settings. Confirm that user codes or access credentials are programmed correctly and that any remote control devices are paired and functional.

The easiest way to pick a lock is by using a titanium rake pick. This type of lock pick comes in a variety of shapes used to simulate different key configurations but generally has a tip with a bent design. Rake picks are the most beginner-friendly lockpicks and the simplest to learn how to use.

The benefit of deadbolt locks is that they're much harder to force open than simple locks with pin tumbler mechanisms, so they may offer added security. This feature is why many locksmiths recommend deadbolts for home security. For many households, this added protection and peace of mind is well worth the cost of installing a deadbolt.

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