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Locksmith Pro NC
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Serving Cary, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

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"Locksmith Pro NC is a professional and trustworthy locksmith service provider located in North Carolina. My experience with them was exceptional, and I highly recommend their services to anyone in need of a locksmith. You sent"
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Locksmith Pro NC
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Response time4 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Optimal Lock Solutions USA
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Serving Cary, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Called Jason to cut and program a key for my truck. He was out the same day writhing a couple hours and got it done in 10 minutes. Very professional and quick and economical. Will be using him for all my rental keys moving forward."
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SafeStreets - ADT Authorized Provider
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Serving Cary, NC and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2010

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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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Alem LLC
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Serving Cary, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2012

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Emergency services offered

"I can’t recommend Alem LLC highly enough! I had an urgent issue with my door, and they came out immediately—within hours of calling. The technician was not only prompt but incredibly professional, assessing the problem quickly and efficiently. They had all the necessary tools and expertise to fix the door on the spot. The quality of their work was outstanding, and the door operates perfectly now. I truly appreciated their fast response and top-notch service. If you’re looking for reliable, skilled professionals, Alem LLC is the way to go!"
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Handymen Project
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Patio
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Response time1 day
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Recommended by46%of homeowners
Bautista Bros Builders Inc
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Serving Cary, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hugo and team did a fabulous job on the outdoor storage area in our carport. We had a series of 8 hinged doors that were falling apart; he ended up building four sturdy, wide doors to replace them -- at a much lower cost than purchasing and installing store-bought exterior doors. The quality and detailing are excellent, and we couldn't be happier with how the space looks and functions now."
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Locksmiths questions, answered by experts

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.

Deadbolts are solid and durable as can be, but the pin and tumbler can still be forced open, thus making this type of lock susceptible to picking. Most types of deadbolts are harder to pick than a traditional spring-based lock, though. It requires a specialized lock pick and a tension wrench to align all of the pins, thus unlocking the door. 

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.

Yes, many locksmiths offer 24/7 emergency services for business lockouts, broken keys, and security breaches.

You can cut a door knob off using a sawzall, but you risk causing additional damage to the door itself. You’ll also need to completely replace the door knob, costing you extra money and another trip to the hardware store.

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