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Avatar for A1 Lock & Safe of North Carolina

A1 Lock & Safe of North Carolina

4.99(
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A1 Lock & Safe of North Carolina

4.99(
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
41 years of experience

A1 Lock & Safe of North Carolina specializes in providing prompt and professional locksmith services, as well as safe repair and sales. Our full-service locksmith company offers services for residential properties, commercial buildings, and vehicles, and we are available 24 hours a day to ensure you always receive the help you need when you need it most. We are proud to offer affordable pricing on all services and we are known for providing the best work in North Carolina.Give us a call @ 919-471-1111 or email:[email protected]

"It went great. They were professional, reasonable and prompt. I would definitely hire again."

Jennie S on September 2019

A1 Lock & Safe of North Carolina specializes in providing prompt and professional locksmith services, as well as safe repair and sales. Our full-service locksmith company offers services for residential properties, commercial buildings, and vehicles, and we are available 24 hours a day to ensure you always receive the help you need when you need it most. We are proud to offer affordable pricing on all services and we are known for providing the best work in North Carolina.Give us a call @ 919-471-1111 or email:[email protected]

"It went great. They were professional, reasonable and prompt. I would definitely hire again."

Jennie S on September 2019


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Lawrence's Lock Services

5.00(
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Lawrence's Lock Services

5.00(
39
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quality work
3 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Lawrence's Lock Services is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Repaired lock and replaced. Made extra keys for lock on front door. Is very knowledgeable about his business. I was very pleased"

Steve C on September 2025

Lawrence's Lock Services is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Repaired lock and replaced. Made extra keys for lock on front door. Is very knowledgeable about his business. I was very pleased"

Steve C on September 2025


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Cardinal Locksmith Company, LLC

4.90(
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Cardinal Locksmith Company, LLC

4.90(
35
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
8 years of experience

Cardinal Locksmith Co. LLC is a locally owned, mobile lock shop. We are based near downtown Raleigh and service the entire Triangle area with over 25 years of locksmithing experience. Customer satisfaction is our focus, and repeat customers are at the core of our business. NC Locksmith License #0025

"The professional locksmith that came to my home was fabulous, he didn't mind my rescue dog barking, finished quickly, took care of my door locks and changed the key to the door locks I had."

Jean S on August 2021

Cardinal Locksmith Co. LLC is a locally owned, mobile lock shop. We are based near downtown Raleigh and service the entire Triangle area with over 25 years of locksmithing experience. Customer satisfaction is our focus, and repeat customers are at the core of our business. NC Locksmith License #0025

"The professional locksmith that came to my home was fabulous, he didn't mind my rescue dog barking, finished quickly, took care of my door locks and changed the key to the door locks I had."

Jean S on August 2021


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Circle City Lock & Key Locksmith

5.00(
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Circle City Lock & Key Locksmith

5.00(
120
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Award Winner (Angie's List Super Service Award 2015, 2016,, 2017 & 2018) Circle City Lock & Key Locksmith is a full service locksmith company providing residential, automotive, emergency and commercial business store front services for our customers. We are a family owned and operated business dedicated to customer satisfaction. Fair and honest pricing and a history of high quality work is what has made our company stand out. Open Mon - Fri 8am - 5pm ...for home, auto and business lockouts. We service Orange County, NC and areas of Durham, Wake, Chatham, Alamance and Lee Counties including Chapel Hill, Carrboro, Durham, Hillsborough, Pittsboro, Fearrington Village, Morrisville, Apex, Cary, Raleigh, Wilsonville, Goldston, Snow Camp, Bear Creek, Gulf, Bennett, Bynum, North Carolina and surrounding communities.

"One lock had become so kludged that the latch wouldn't come out, and the door wouldn't even stay shut. We also had, for a variety of reasons, some mismatched locks on other doors. The folks at Circle City Lock and Key contacted me quickly after I submitted my request through Angie's List, were extremely flexible in arranging a visit, and arrived on time. My wife met with them, so I relay only what she said, but she reported that they were extremely helpful, that they explained the problem with the lock / latch, and even suggested a product for preventative maintenance. They worked on re-keying all the locks so the same key would work on all of them, which was a bit more of a challenge than I had realized (I was confused about which locks various keys worked on, had passed my misunderstanding on to my wife, and she had then passed that on to the Circle City folks). She was very happy and impressed with the time and care they spent on our job, and we both were pleasantly surprised by the charge. I would strongly recommend them to anyone in need of locksmith services."

Doug S on November 2018

Award Winner (Angie's List Super Service Award 2015, 2016,, 2017 & 2018) Circle City Lock & Key Locksmith is a full service locksmith company providing residential, automotive, emergency and commercial business store front services for our customers. We are a family owned and operated business dedicated to customer satisfaction. Fair and honest pricing and a history of high quality work is what has made our company stand out. Open Mon - Fri 8am - 5pm ...for home, auto and business lockouts. We service Orange County, NC and areas of Durham, Wake, Chatham, Alamance and Lee Counties including Chapel Hill, Carrboro, Durham, Hillsborough, Pittsboro, Fearrington Village, Morrisville, Apex, Cary, Raleigh, Wilsonville, Goldston, Snow Camp, Bear Creek, Gulf, Bennett, Bynum, North Carolina and surrounding communities.

"One lock had become so kludged that the latch wouldn't come out, and the door wouldn't even stay shut. We also had, for a variety of reasons, some mismatched locks on other doors. The folks at Circle City Lock and Key contacted me quickly after I submitted my request through Angie's List, were extremely flexible in arranging a visit, and arrived on time. My wife met with them, so I relay only what she said, but she reported that they were extremely helpful, that they explained the problem with the lock / latch, and even suggested a product for preventative maintenance. They worked on re-keying all the locks so the same key would work on all of them, which was a bit more of a challenge than I had realized (I was confused about which locks various keys worked on, had passed my misunderstanding on to my wife, and she had then passed that on to the Circle City folks). She was very happy and impressed with the time and care they spent on our job, and we both were pleasantly surprised by the charge. I would strongly recommend them to anyone in need of locksmith services."

Doug S on November 2018


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Apex Lock and Key Locksmith

4.98(
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Apex Lock and Key Locksmith

4.98(
251
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers

Super Service Award Winner for 7 straight years! Apex Lock and Key Locksmith is full service locksmith based in Apex, NC. We offer mobile locksmith service for Apex, Cary, Morrisville, Holly Springs, Fuquay Varina, and Raleigh, NC. We are happy to provide our community with services such as Free Emergency Infant Lockout Service, and discounts for Fire/EMS, Military, Police, Teachers, Students, Nurses and Seniors. We are dedicated to 100% customer satisfaction. Please give us a call if we can help out with any of your locksmith needs! Give us a call at 919-387-3884 for a free and friendly over the phone estimate.

"I was worried because the old locks had different dimensions than ones sold today. The locksmith simply bored new holes over the old ones, so the new locks look original. I like the way the door, now, closes tightly against the weatherstripping. I think the price was reasonable."

Walter S on October 2020

Super Service Award Winner for 7 straight years! Apex Lock and Key Locksmith is full service locksmith based in Apex, NC. We offer mobile locksmith service for Apex, Cary, Morrisville, Holly Springs, Fuquay Varina, and Raleigh, NC. We are happy to provide our community with services such as Free Emergency Infant Lockout Service, and discounts for Fire/EMS, Military, Police, Teachers, Students, Nurses and Seniors. We are dedicated to 100% customer satisfaction. Please give us a call if we can help out with any of your locksmith needs! Give us a call at 919-387-3884 for a free and friendly over the phone estimate.

"I was worried because the old locks had different dimensions than ones sold today. The locksmith simply bored new holes over the old ones, so the new locks look original. I like the way the door, now, closes tightly against the weatherstripping. I think the price was reasonable."

Walter S on October 2020


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Raleigh Locksmith Service

4.96(
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Raleigh Locksmith Service

4.96(
145
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers

Company provides a 15% off service call along with FREE keys to Angie's List customers. Company is operated by the owner and his son. Owner, Ed Walters, has has provided locksmithing service since 1981. Son, Kevin Walters, a 2010 graduate of East Carolina with degrees in Business and Construction Management, has worked part time since 2001. Apprenticed for 1 year and has been full time since 2011. No subs. Cost determined by a flat rate. Travel charges may apply on a service call. Ed: 919-880-0093 Kevin: 919-880-5222 Kevin - 919-880-5222

"I was quoted $65 over the phone. I called back to confirm and the company said it was $29 for the trip charge and $36 for the labor. Once the car was opened I was charged $133.75. I was totally lied to! Beware!!!"

Jeffrey H on July 2022

Company provides a 15% off service call along with FREE keys to Angie's List customers. Company is operated by the owner and his son. Owner, Ed Walters, has has provided locksmithing service since 1981. Son, Kevin Walters, a 2010 graduate of East Carolina with degrees in Business and Construction Management, has worked part time since 2001. Apprenticed for 1 year and has been full time since 2011. No subs. Cost determined by a flat rate. Travel charges may apply on a service call. Ed: 919-880-0093 Kevin: 919-880-5222 Kevin - 919-880-5222

"I was quoted $65 over the phone. I called back to confirm and the company said it was $29 for the trip charge and $36 for the labor. Once the car was opened I was charged $133.75. I was totally lied to! Beware!!!"

Jeffrey H on July 2022


"They did great; arrived promptly and cut it off for me!"

KELLY G on March 2021

Additional DBA - Don Hill's Lock & GunShop, Don Hill's Lockshop, LLC. Award winning.

"They did great; arrived promptly and cut it off for me!"

KELLY G on March 2021


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Guardian Protection

4.74(
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Guardian Protection

4.74(
2,120
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers

Protecting homes and businesses since 1950, Guardian Protection is one of the nation's largest and most highly regarded security companies. We provide smart technology, 24/7 professional monitoring, and peace of mind to hundreds of thousands of customers. Our products are installed by experts, monitored by real people, and truly make a difference. We do what we do because of one simple truth: life is better when it's safe.

"We hired Guardian to install our security system at our Washington, DC, business. The service and quality of the work was horrible. We had cameras and an alarm system installed; it was a relatively large system. They outsource most of the work to various vendors. They could not manage their vendors; what was supposed to take a week took two months. The sales rep did not return calls, and you could never get anyone in management on the phone. Random people would show up at unannounced times. The few things that an actual Guardian employee did were they made a huge mess of our newly remodeled office and were rude to our staff. We have offices in five markets across the US and have high security at each; we have never had such a poor experience."

William M on December 2024

Protecting homes and businesses since 1950, Guardian Protection is one of the nation's largest and most highly regarded security companies. We provide smart technology, 24/7 professional monitoring, and peace of mind to hundreds of thousands of customers. Our products are installed by experts, monitored by real people, and truly make a difference. We do what we do because of one simple truth: life is better when it's safe.

"We hired Guardian to install our security system at our Washington, DC, business. The service and quality of the work was horrible. We had cameras and an alarm system installed; it was a relatively large system. They outsource most of the work to various vendors. They could not manage their vendors; what was supposed to take a week took two months. The sales rep did not return calls, and you could never get anyone in management on the phone. Random people would show up at unannounced times. The few things that an actual Guardian employee did were they made a huge mess of our newly remodeled office and were rude to our staff. We have offices in five markets across the US and have high security at each; we have never had such a poor experience."

William M on December 2024


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MARSHALL'S LOCKSMITH SERVICE INC

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MARSHALL'S LOCKSMITH SERVICE INC

4.91(
66
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Serving the Triangle and all of North Carolina since 1973...Commercial - Residential - Industrial and Automotive. We Sell/Rekey/Repair/Install all Locks including padlocks. We are an Authorized Medeco High Security Lock Center, Arrow and Assa Service Center. Our services include Access Control,Rekey Locks, Duplicate Keys including Transponder Keys for automobiles. We also make from key code and duplicate just about any key you can image including but not limited to Atv's, Rv's, Motorcycles, Boats, Lawn Mowers, Desk and File Cabinets. Most major Safe brands are sold, serviced and opened. We install exit and panic alarms. We do have a lockout service for homes and automobiles. All services are 24/7..

"He did an excellent job. He did it all in an hour. he cleaned up himself."

Pastor A on February 2022

Serving the Triangle and all of North Carolina since 1973...Commercial - Residential - Industrial and Automotive. We Sell/Rekey/Repair/Install all Locks including padlocks. We are an Authorized Medeco High Security Lock Center, Arrow and Assa Service Center. Our services include Access Control,Rekey Locks, Duplicate Keys including Transponder Keys for automobiles. We also make from key code and duplicate just about any key you can image including but not limited to Atv's, Rv's, Motorcycles, Boats, Lawn Mowers, Desk and File Cabinets. Most major Safe brands are sold, serviced and opened. We install exit and panic alarms. We do have a lockout service for homes and automobiles. All services are 24/7..

"He did an excellent job. He did it all in an hour. he cleaned up himself."

Pastor A on February 2022


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Green Acorn

4.87(
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Green Acorn

4.87(
104
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers

Fully licensed electrical and general contractors who are punctual, knowledgeable, and transparent in our pricing. Please call to schedule your maintenance, repair, electrical work, renovation, addition, or new construction with us.

"So far, so good."

Lynne C on November 2019

Fully licensed electrical and general contractors who are punctual, knowledgeable, and transparent in our pricing. Please call to schedule your maintenance, repair, electrical work, renovation, addition, or new construction with us.

"So far, so good."

Lynne C on November 2019

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Locksmiths questions, answered by experts

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.

Locksmiths typically recommend using a dry lubricant, such as a Teflon-based option, instead of the popular oil-based lubricants you can purchase at almost any store. Dry lubricants leave a non-stick, water-repellent coating instead of attracting more dirt and debris like an oil-based lubricant. You can find these at a hardware store; some are made explicitly for lock use.

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.

You may be able to get a broken key out of a lock by yourself, depending on the situation. If a portion of the key is still protruding from your lock, try lubricating the keyway and using pliers or even a bobby pin to pull the key out of the hole. If you have jigsaw blades handy, you can also try using those to grab onto the stuck key and pull it out. 

But, if neither option works or you can’t reach the key, your only option is to call a locksmith for help. 

A deadbolt lock is typically considered more secure than a regular lock based on its internal construction. Each deadbolt type has varying levels of security, ranging from withstanding a small amount of force to those that can take on multiple strikes and greater force. Regular locks provide little to no security and are typically used more for easy entry and simple installation.

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