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Top-Rated Locksmiths in Cary - Updated Nov 2026

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JUSTin Time Unlock Service LLC
4.9(
31
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Locksmith - AutoLocksmith

Serving Cary, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Quick and skilled. All the things you want when locked out of your car or home. Great service and you are dealing directly with the company rather than a referral service."
Response time3 hrs
46 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by68%of homeowners
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Locksmith Pro NC
5.0(
37
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Locksmith - AutoLocksmith - For Business

Serving Cary, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Locksmith Pro NC is an excellent locksmith service provider that I would highly recommend to anyone in need of locksmith services. Their team of skilled technicians is professional, reliable, and efficient in their work."
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Locksmith Pro NC
Top Rated Locksmith
Top Rated Locksmith

+1

Response time4 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Six A's Handyman Service
4.7(
137
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Hardware, Latches & Tracks (Door) - Repair or Replace

Serving Cary, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Allen came just the day after I called him and did a great job on installing a new screen door and was very clean, neat and courteous. Just about a week or so later I called him again and had a new ceiling fan installed. His work was fast and neat. He always cleaned up the left over debris and was very kind. The prices were reasonable and I would definitely recommend him to my friends and family. Very professional business and yes I would hire him again !!"
Response time9 hrs
Response rate93%
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Bautista Bros Builders Inc
4.9(
60
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Hardware, Latches & Tracks (Door) - Repair or Replace

Serving Cary, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I highly recommend Bautista Bros. Builders, Inc.! After dealing with ongoing alignment issues with my heavy 8-foot exterior wood French doors that prevented the doors from closing properly, I reached out to them. Hugo responded quickly, provided an accurate & completely reasonable quote, and set up a time to fix it. They arrived on time and they worked on all three of my French doors, including a problematic door that wouldn't lock that absolutely no one else had been able to fix. All three doors work fabulously now! The team was incredibly courteous, professional, and took the time to completely clean up the workspace before leaving. I am so happy with their work and will absolutely hire them again for future projects!"
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+15

Recommended by91%of homeowners
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SafeStreets - ADT Authorized Provider
4.8(
320
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Security Safe - Install

Serving Cary, 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

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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ADT
4.5(
887
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Security Safe - Install

Serving Cary, NC and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1874

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My alarm installer Conner was very easy to work with. He was on the job site on time. He explained how the system work clearly. He took the time to hide all the wires and cleaned as he go. I'm happy with his installation. We highly recommend ADT Authorized Premier Provider to anyone that needs a new alarm or security system."
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Home Security Essentials

+35

36 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Locksmiths FAQs, answered by experts

Costs depend on lock type, service complexity, labor, emergency availability, and whether security system integration is needed.

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.

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. 

Over time, latch components may wear out or get grimy, leading to this problem. First, check for dirt, dust, or debris in the latch mechanism to ensure smooth operation. Use an aerosol duster and lubricant to clean and loosen. You may also need to tighten the screws in the component, adjust the strike plate, or replace the lock. If none of these steps resolve the problem, consult a professional locksmith.

Typically, it can take around 15 minutes to rekey a lock. The time depends on the type of lock and how skilled you are at rekeying. The first time you rekey a lock, it may take a little longer. Once you get the hang of the process, it will move along much more quickly.

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