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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
Lake House Bunk Beds

+28

3 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

"Steven performed several home projects for me including plumbing, painting, ceiling repair, bathroom remodeling which included replacing the floor and installing a sink/vanity. Steven was punctual, friendly, honest and professional. His work was above average. Services were reasonably priced. I would definitely hire Steven for any work needed in the future."
 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

76 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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My Work

+7

Response time1 day
Response rate89%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Locksmiths questions, answered by experts

If your key breaks in a lock, first remain calm and avoid forcing the broken piece further in. You may be able to remove it yourself if a portion of the key is still protruding from the lock. To aid removal, lubricate the keyhole with a graphite-based spray. Then, try using tools like pliers, tweezers, a bobby pin, or even a jigsaw blade to gently grasp and pull the broken piece out. If these methods don't work, you can't reach the key, or you're concerned about damaging the lock, it's best to call a professional locksmith for assistance.

Regrettably, entirely pick-proof locks don't exist unless you opt for keyless varieties. Locks advertised as "pick-proof" are, in reality, more resilient against lock-picking and bumping attempts because of complex mechanisms consisting of pins and sidebars. These locks work like this—they assign two tasks to the key, enhancing security by making unauthorized entry more challenging.

Lock bumping is a technique locksmiths use to quickly and quietly open a pin tumbler lock, typically found in most types of deadbolts. It involves inserting a specially crafted key, or bump key, into the lock and tapping or "bumping" it with a mallet or similar tool. The force applied causes the lock's pins to jump momentarily, allowing the lock to be turned and opened. Unfortunately, thieves also use this technique to break into homes. Luckily, products like a deadbolt strap will fortify your lock.

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.

As with any computer, smart locks can be hacked by someone with the technical skills to do so, but most people do not have that ability, making smart locks relatively safe. If you have any concerns about a compromised smart lock, opt for an encrypted smart lock, change your Wi-Fi password, and make sure that you only give out your password to trusted family and friends.

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