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SafeStreets - ADT Authorized Provider
4.8(
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Serving Howard Lake, MN and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"SafeStreets’ alarm system is fantastic. The motion sensors, door/window contacts, and cameras work flawlessly. The home automation features are a huge plus—I can control everything from my phone. Highly recommend SafeStreets to anyone looking for reliable security."
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JP Handyman & Remodeling
4.8(
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Serving Howard Lake, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Absolutely fantastic contractor and the most positive experience I've ever had working with one. Very communicative, high quality work, and great follow through. JP is very personable as well, trustworthy and someone I will always CALL FIRST on any job I need completed in my home or business."
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Recommended by78%of homeowners
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H&H Remodeling LLC
4.4(
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Serving Howard Lake, MN and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

Customers say: True professional

"Holt did such an amazing job with installation of our windows. He was clean, organized, and truly made our home feel brand new! We will definitely be using again for other household needs."
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A-1 Affordable Locksmith, Inc.
3.9(
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Serving Howard Lake, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent job. The locksmith was very professional and a perfectionist! He also made helpful suggestions for securing our home. The scheduling was a great help, they came to my home shortly after closing and took care of everything! I would highly recommend this company."
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Locksmiths questions, answered by experts

It is best to use a dry lubricant, such as a Teflon-based option, for door locks. Unlike popular oil-based lubricants, dry lubricants leave a non-stick, water-repellent coating that does not attract dust, dirt, and other debris. Using an oil-based lubricant can cause these particles to build up inside the lock, making it difficult to operate or even damaging the internal mechanism. You can find dry lubricants, some of which are made specifically for locks, at most hardware stores.

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.

Using a combination of tools (often store-bought plumbing tools) and brute force, a burglar can easily snap the lock on a door. Snapping a lock aims to gain access to the cylinder inside, which holds the locking mechanism. Once the thief snaps the lock, they can pick the cylinder open and walk right in.

Several types of deadbolts are available, including single-cylinder, double-cylinder, rim, smart, and electronic deadbolt locks. The most common type found in U.S. homes is the single-cylinder deadbolt, which uses a key on the exterior and a thumb turn on the interior. A double-cylinder deadbolt features two locking mechanisms and requires a key to be operated from both the inside and the outside.

Yes, most pros encourage you to change your locks when you move into a new home. While the previous owner may hand you their keys, you have no way of knowing whether other copies exist elsewhere. Changing your locks as soon as you move in is a great way to ensure that you can enjoy new, fully functioning locks that will work with your unique key or code.

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