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Avatar for SafeStreets - ADT Authorized Provider
SafeStreets - ADT Authorized Provider
4.8(
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Security Safe - Install

Serving Holden Beach, NC and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"AWESOME buying experience and setup experience! I just bought a house and wanted to make sure I was protected. They even helped me find a fantastic locksmith who gave a me great deal. Can't recommend highly enough. He gave excellent advice and saved me money in the long run with their current promo. Look no further for the best security company!"
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6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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ADT
4.5(
878
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Security Safe - Install

Serving Holden Beach, 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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+35

62 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
M&D Property Solutions
4.5(
23
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Hardware, Latches & Tracks (Door) - Repair or Replace

Serving Holden Beach, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Great honest contractors. They did my bathrooms, hot water heater, unclogged my house drain and they did a French drain so my basement is not wet anymore. I already hired them to do my whole roof in the spring. I will hire them anytime."
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Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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JG Construction
5.0(
2
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Hardware, Latches & Tracks (Door) - Repair or Replace

Serving Holden Beach, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

We take great pride our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.\n

Response time2 hrs
Response rate96%
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Frontpoint
4.7(
8,819
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Security Safe - Install

Serving Holden Beach, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a bit of trouble with my molding around the doors vs how the system was designed. The tech guy hung with me for 39 minutes until it was perfect. I called customer service a couple times after that with questions that came up. The customer service team are professional and knowledgeable."
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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The Coastal Handyman
5.0(
18
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Hardware, Latches & Tracks (Door) - Repair or Replace

Serving Holden Beach, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Steve Young was absolutely delightful to work with. He was always on time and is very particular about his workmanship. I will definitely hire him for other work I need done. He s very reasonable in is pricing. Itâ s hard to find a good handyman and Iâ ve already recommended him to several friends and family. Donâ t hesitate to to use him."
Response time1 day
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Locksmiths questions, answered by experts

Rekeying a lock changes the internal mechanism so that a new key works, while replacing a lock involves swapping out the entire hardware. Rekeying is a good, cost-effective option when you want to ensure old keys no longer work, such as after moving into a new home or losing a key. It's also ideal if you want to keep your existing lock hardware. You should opt to replace the locks entirely if you want to upgrade to a more secure or different style of lock, if the current lock is old or damaged, after a break-in, or if too many copies of the old key exist.

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.

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.

Smart locks offer a similar level of safety to traditional or conventional locks because they often use comparable locking mechanisms, such as deadbolts. The primary difference is the access method: smart locks use a login or code instead of a physical key, which adds convenience. While not inherently safer, some smart locks have added security features that can deter intruders, like shutting down after too many incorrect code attempts or being harder to pick. For the best security, it's recommended to combine any lock with other home safety features like motion-activated lighting, security cameras, and window and door sensors.

Newer, electric-powered door locks generally have a life span of five years or less. That’s thanks, in large part, to a phenomenon called planned obsolescence, in which products are programmed to need replacing after a certain amount of time. That’s also why older, manual, push-key locksets can last up to 30 years with regular cleanings and maintenance. When it does come time for a new set-up, know that the cost to change locks ranges from $130 to $500 on average.

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