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Tim's Lock and Key

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Tim's Lock and Key

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

Tim is a mobile locksmith with over 20 years experience. We are a family owned business. Licensed and insured. Tim is CRL certified, a member of the North Carolina Locksmith Association, and a veteran of the U.S. Army.

Tim is a mobile locksmith with over 20 years experience. We are a family owned business. Licensed and insured. Tim is CRL certified, a member of the North Carolina Locksmith Association, and a veteran of the U.S. Army.

Lenoir Lock & Key Service

1319 Queens Rd
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Lenoir Lock & Key Service

1319 Queens Rd
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36 years of experience

We service commercial and residential locks for repairs and re-keying. We also sale padlocks, keys, door closers, panic bars, latch protectors, deadbolts, and entry locks. We originate lost keys for most vehicles and duplicate keys also. As a small extended service, we also offer notarizing of documents, copying, and faxing.

We service commercial and residential locks for repairs and re-keying. We also sale padlocks, keys, door closers, panic bars, latch protectors, deadbolts, and entry locks. We originate lost keys for most vehicles and duplicate keys also. As a small extended service, we also offer notarizing of documents, copying, and faxing.

WISHEKS

5322 W 79th St
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WISHEKS

5322 W 79th St
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Customers say: Terrific value

At WISHEKS we want you to be 100% satisfied with your purchase. Our sincere goal is to provide an enjoyable shopping experience that encourages you to shop with us for years to come. On the rare occasion you receive a product that you just don't like or that doesn't match your décor, our experienced Customer Service staff is just a phone call away and will guide you through our easy return policy. At WISHEKS we want you to get exactly what you want and with our world-class product selection you can be sure you'll find the product that is right for you.

At WISHEKS we want you to be 100% satisfied with your purchase. Our sincere goal is to provide an enjoyable shopping experience that encourages you to shop with us for years to come. On the rare occasion you receive a product that you just don't like or that doesn't match your décor, our experienced Customer Service staff is just a phone call away and will guide you through our easy return policy. At WISHEKS we want you to get exactly what you want and with our world-class product selection you can be sure you'll find the product that is right for you.

A-1 Locksmith

510 Simmons St
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A-1 Locksmith

510 Simmons St
5.00(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

A-1 Locksmith Serving the New Bern and surrounding communities since 1975 We at A-1 Locksmith specialize in the following: Specializing in Automotive High security Laser Key cutting Remote programming for Keys and Remotes call today for free estimates!

A-1 Locksmith Serving the New Bern and surrounding communities since 1975 We at A-1 Locksmith specialize in the following: Specializing in Automotive High security Laser Key cutting Remote programming for Keys and Remotes call today for free estimates!

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Lejeune Honda

2221 N Marine Blvd
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Lejeune Honda

2221 N Marine Blvd
4.23(
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Customers say: Quick response
42 years of experience

Financing available. Additional DBA - Lejeune Motor Co. Additional numbers - (877) 509 4896, (877) 763 9231, (877)835 8307, (877) 762 0364 & (877) 509 4896. Additional fax - (910) 346 1341. Additional contact name - Jerry Stevenson, L O Stevenson & Johnny McGuire.

Financing available. Additional DBA - Lejeune Motor Co. Additional numbers - (877) 509 4896, (877) 763 9231, (877)835 8307, (877) 762 0364 & (877) 509 4896. Additional fax - (910) 346 1341. Additional contact name - Jerry Stevenson, L O Stevenson & Johnny McGuire.

Locksmiths questions, answered by experts

A deadbolt has a different design, construction, and security level than a regular lock. Regular locks are mostly used for interior doors around the home, like bedrooms and bathrooms, and they usually include a locking mechanism on the inside. While regular locks are easy to use and install, they provide little security. 

A deadbolt adds a layer of security and is most commonly used on exterior doors. The installation is typically more complicated, but they hold up to wear and tear.

While a strong conventional deadbolt offers enough security for most homeowners, if you’re looking for extra features beyond just simple locking, smart deadbolts are the way to go. Smart deadbolts allow for keyless entry using your phone or a code, remote access in case someone is locked out, and features like temporary access codes, automatic locking, tamper alerts and entry-exit monitoring. Smart deadbolts also come with downsides: they rely on batteries and wireless networks and are potentially vulnerable to hacking by skilled home intruders.

The good news is that, yes, you can change locks yourself. Many people find it’s an easy DIY project that requires few tools and not much expense (depending on which lock you’re installing). If you have trouble with any part of an installation, you can always call a locksmith to help finish installing them.

Smart locks offer around the same level of safety as conventional locks with keys. The best way to secure your door locks is to combine routine locking mechanisms with other home safety features, like lighting, motion sensors, security cameras, and window and door sensors. 

Smart locks have the upper hand when it comes to convenience—you won't have to worry about your key not turning in the lock or fumbling around in your bag for your keys—but beyond that, any door with deadbolts will offer a similar degree of security.

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. 

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