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Choice Home Warranty
4.0(
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Serving Valdese, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Choice responded quickly but the insurance plan does not pay for all doors to be re-keyed unless you have very few locks. The number of locks covered by the insurance is determined by keyholes, not doors! (Read your policy!) You will likely have to shell out some money to have this essential new-home service if you have more than four keyholes. The locksmith they called was EXCELLENT and made all our locks completely functional. We will happily hire the locksmith again (R.L Locksmith LLC). We paid $201.81 (plus another $50 for some door re-alignment not included in the re-keying benefit) and Choice paid $100 for the job."
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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My Locksmith Express LLC
New to Angi

Serving Valdese, NC and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

My Locksmith Express is a licensed and insured mobile locksmith company serving Cornelius, Huntersville, Charlotte, and surrounding areas. We specialize in emergency car lockouts, car key replacements, key programming, ignition repair, and residential lock services.\nAvailable 24/7, we respond quickly and arrive fully equipped to handle most situations on the spot. We offer free estimates, competitive pricing, and accept all major credit cards.\nWhether you're locked out or need a new key made, our professional service is just a call away.

JW Locksmith
New to Angi

Serving Valdese, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

JW Locksmith 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\n

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Nathan Painting/Handyman
4.0(
18
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Serving Valdese, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Nathan and his team were very responsive and communicated their intentions every step of the way from the moment they responded to my request until the job was done. He's definitely legit and very handy and I'm satisfied with the work that was done. I would definitely hire him again."
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Deck stain
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Recommended by84%of homeowners
La Gallery
1.0(
1
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Serving Valdese, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity, and treats your home as if it were our own. We specialize in Vinyl Replacement Windows, Aluminum Gutter Installation and Repair, as well as Vinyl Siding. Our services are customized to the individual project, paying close attention to the details of each project that we're involved with. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

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Locksmiths questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

Door locks should be changed roughly every seven years. The average lifespan of a door lock is seven to 10 years, so it’s best to err on the side of caution and change them early, especially if they are showing signs of wear and tear. Examples of deterioration include visible rust and difficulty opening or closing the door. Some locks can work safely beyond 10 years, but it depends on how often they are used and whether they are exposed to damaging environmental conditions like precipitation or extreme temperatures.

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.

Locksmiths recommend changing your locks once every seven years for the best security at your home. Locks can wear out over time, so you should inspect your locks regularly. A higher grade lock provides you with more cycles than those with a lower grade.

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