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Avatar for Secure Home Locksmith & Safety Services, LLC
Secure Home Locksmith & Safety Services, LLC
5.0(
105
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Serving Asheville, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jacob helped us to have our entire house rekeyed. He was quick to respond, very professional and courtesy. Great personality to boot. I definitely would recommend Jacob and his company for any locksmith needs."
Lock Gears
Work Area
Front Door Lock
Front Door Lock
HD Strike Plate Install

+2

Response time6 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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SafeStreets - ADT Authorized Provider
4.8(
320
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Serving Asheville, NC and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I called Alarm Protection Group AFTER my office was burglarized. Now I feel SAFE. William is great to work with. He's neat and tidy, prompt, presentable - not a butt-crack type of guy, and he doesn't leave a mess in his wake. He's also knowledgeable about the equipment and only uses high-quality products."
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+1

8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Wolfwerks LLC
4.8(
14
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Serving Asheville, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"John did a very good with a somewhat tricky, not 'off-the-shelf' job. A 'precision engineered' (everything has to be precisely mounted and aligned for the doors to work properly) French entry door set had gotten out of adjustment due to settling in a 100+ year old house. The doors would close but wouldn't lock because of misalignments due to sagging. The doors had built-in adjustment mechanisms but these had been taken to their limit, and could no longer fix the alignment problem. He diagnosed the problem, removed the sagging door and reinstalled the hinges and reset the adjustment mechanism to get back to proper alignment. He also reset the adjustment mechanism to allow the doors to be adjusted again if they get out of alignment in the future. Good job at fair price."
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Lake House Bunk Beds
Lake House Bunk Beds

+28

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Lavely Contracting
4.7(
31
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Serving Asheville, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I hired them to finish trim and paint around several windows and finish a pain in the neck wall with drywall. They did a great job and all while we were on vacation. Very trustworthy and quality work!"
 Before: Wood Decking
Laundry
Judges Paneling
Faux Beam,Valance, Chandler, Crown Molding
 Before: Brick Patio

+39

Recommended by96%of homeowners
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ADT
4.5(
865
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Serving Asheville, NC and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1874

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Walter and Glen at Protect Your Home Group with ADT are the best people to talk to in terms of security alarm. Being a locksmith myself I know how important it is to deal with the right people. I referred a lot of customers to them and so far they are happy with their service. I myself got one for my house. Thank you for a consistent service and great deal."
Home Security Essentials
Smart Home Security
Cameras
Our Team
Home Security Essentials

+35

78 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Appalachian Home Services
4.9(
12
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Serving Asheville, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Credit card accepted

Customers say: Quick response

"Jason does attentive, high quality work and is a pleasure to work with. He helped me with picture hanging, wire shelf installation, fixture installation, and a variety of tasks in my new home. Great attitude, easy communication, always on time."
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+7

Response time1 day
Response rate89%
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Locksmiths questions, answered by experts

A deadbolt differs from a regular lock in its design, construction, and security level. Regular locks are typically used for interior doors, such as for bedrooms and bathrooms, and provide minimal security. They are easy to install and use, often featuring a simple locking mechanism on the inside. In contrast, a deadbolt is one of the most secure locks you can install on an exterior door. Its internal construction is designed to withstand significant force, adding a crucial layer of security that can deter intruders. While deadbolts may be more expensive and complicated to install, they are cost-effective for the security they provide and are built to hold up to wear and tear.

Rekeying door locks yourself costs a fraction of what you would expect to pay a locksmith. On average, it costs between $50 to $100 to hire a local locksmith to rekey your house, though labor costs may vary based on where you live. For a DIY solution, you can expect to spend $11 to $25 on a rekeying kit.

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.

Door locks should be changed roughly every seven years. The average lifespan of a door lock is seven to 10 years, so it’s best to err on the side of caution and change them early, especially if they are showing signs of wear and tear. Examples of deterioration include visible rust and difficulty opening or closing the door. Some locks can work safely beyond 10 years, but it depends on how often they are used and whether they are exposed to damaging environmental conditions like precipitation or extreme temperatures.

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.

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