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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

Smart locks offer a similar level of safety to traditional or conventional locks because they often use comparable locking mechanisms, such as deadbolts. The primary difference is the access method: smart locks use a login or code instead of a physical key, which adds convenience. While not inherently safer, some smart locks have added security features that can deter intruders, like shutting down after too many incorrect code attempts or being harder to pick. For the best security, it's recommended to combine any lock with other home safety features like motion-activated lighting, security cameras, and window and door sensors.

Standard residential deadbolt locks come with a steel bolt that locks your door into place using a key (or keypad) on one side and a thumb turn on the other. When you lock it, the bolt slides into a strike plate on your door jamb to secure your door shut.

Smart deadbolts are a worthwhile investment for homeowners seeking more convenience, flexibility, and advanced features than a traditional deadbolt can provide. While a strong conventional deadbolt offers sufficient security for most, smart deadbolts provide significant upgrades.

Key benefits include keyless entry via smartphone, keypads, or biometric sensors, and the ability to lock or unlock your door remotely. You can also manage access for guests by creating temporary codes, eliminating the need for physical keys and the risk of them being lost or duplicated. Many models integrate with smart home systems and offer features like automatic locking, entry-exit monitoring, and tamper alerts with encryption for enhanced security.

However, there are downsides to consider. Smart deadbolts are more expensive than their traditional counterparts and rely on batteries and wireless networks to function. This dependency introduces potential vulnerabilities, such as hacking by skilled intruders and privacy concerns. Installation can also be more complex. Despite these drawbacks, the added layer of convenience and protection makes them a compelling option for many.

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.

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. 

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