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Bautista Bros Builders Inc
4.9(
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Hardware, Latches & Tracks (Door) - Repair or Replace

Serving Hillsborough, 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 by92%of homeowners
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SafeStreets - ADT Authorized Provider
4.8(
320
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Security Safe - Install

Serving Hillsborough, NC and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"SafeStreets provided an outstanding experience from start to finish. The installation was quick, and the technician explained everything clearly. The system works perfectly, and the home automation features are a huge bonus. Highly recommend SafeStreets!"
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6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Leon Home Repairs
4.4(
636
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Hardware, Latches & Tracks (Door) - Repair or Replace

Serving Hillsborough, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We’ve used this company for many years. Good quality work. Returns calls. Reliable. We’ve had a variety of work done - replaced rotting trim and siding, interior and exterior painting, crawl space clean up, remediated some electrical issues, cleaned attic and made repairs, grout work, etc."
Bathroom remodel
Bathroom remodel
Bathroom remodel
Bathroom remodel
Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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ADT
4.5(
878
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Security Safe - Install

Serving Hillsborough, 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."
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Home Security Essentials

+35

61 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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H&H Services
4.8(
18
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Hardware, Latches & Tracks (Door) - Repair or Replace

Serving Hillsborough, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Done a great job. Very knowledgeable, friendly and helpful with all of my needs. Definitely will hire again if I need something done. I highly recommend him to anyone in need of a Handyman."
Master Remodel
Routine Maintenance on House
Tile Kitchen Floor
Laundry Room Remodel
Relocation of Mini Split

+28

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Solitek Corporation
5.0(
4
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Security Safe - Install

Serving Hillsborough, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We're a locally owned and operated company with over 22 years of industry experience. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of Home Improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in handyman/carpentry work and a variety of related service and repair projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

Response time4 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Locksmiths questions, answered by experts

Yes, you should always change your locks after buying a house. Do so as soon as possible after you move in. Otherwise, you won’t know who has working keys to the property, whether they’re spare keys or otherwise. If an intruder gains access to your house with a key, it may not be covered under your homeowners insurance.

When you take a key to a hardware store or a locksmith for copying, you can expect the key-cutting process to take as little as 30 seconds. The key copier will review your current key to decide on the correct blank. Then, your original key and the blank are inserted into a key duplication machine to cut an exact key copy. When it’s all said and done, you can have a new key in your hand in just a couple of minutes.

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. 

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.

Thieves can open almost anything with enough time and the right tools, but they also prefer easy targets that are unlikely to get them caught. Forcing open gates is loud and difficult, and to be able to open one electronically requires extensive knowledge of the system, which most thieves don't have. Electric and other security gates are great deterrents because the thief will move to an easier target. If the thief is determined to enter your property, they will most likely find a different entrance point.

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