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Lawrence's Lock Services

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Lawrence's Lock Services

5.00(
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quality work
27 local quotes requested
3 years of experience

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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A1 Lock & Safe of North Carolina

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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 local quotes requested

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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NEW KARMA LLC

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NEW KARMA LLC

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Hello! I'm Serge, your professional handyman in the USA. With over 10 years of experience, I'm ready to assist you with a wide range of repair and maintenance tasks for your home. My mission is to make your home, yard, and car better! Services: Repair and renovation of bathrooms, including tile replacement, plumbing installation, and shower cabin repair. Installation and repair of electrical devices, including lighting and switches. Concrete and pavement cleaning. Assembly and installation of furniture, including kitchen cabinets, shelves, and beds. Painting and wallpapering, including surface preparation and selection of high-quality materials. Plumbing repair and pipe replacement, including leak repairs and unclogging. Car interior washing and detailing, upholstery cleaning. Car maintenance: oil change, filter replacement, etc. And much more!

Hello! I'm Serge, your professional handyman in the USA. With over 10 years of experience, I'm ready to assist you with a wide range of repair and maintenance tasks for your home. My mission is to make your home, yard, and car better! Services: Repair and renovation of bathrooms, including tile replacement, plumbing installation, and shower cabin repair. Installation and repair of electrical devices, including lighting and switches. Concrete and pavement cleaning. Assembly and installation of furniture, including kitchen cabinets, shelves, and beds. Painting and wallpapering, including surface preparation and selection of high-quality materials. Plumbing repair and pipe replacement, including leak repairs and unclogging. Car interior washing and detailing, upholstery cleaning. Car maintenance: oil change, filter replacement, etc. And much more!

Trust Locksmith

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Trust Locksmith

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Local expert locksmith. Avalible for all your locksmith needs. We specialize in both commercial and readential locksmith services, and we are avalible whenver you need service.

Local expert locksmith. Avalible for all your locksmith needs. We specialize in both commercial and readential locksmith services, and we are avalible whenver you need service.

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Alphalocksmith

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Alphalocksmith

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

Locally owned professional locksmith service. We handle all of your locksmith service needs on site. Emergency lockouts, key copies, or all keys lost. We make keys for all makes and models on site. We also specialize in both residential, and commercial locksmith services. 24/7 availability.

"Responded almost immediately to request for quote. Came when promised. Explained process. Was a good sport when one of the locks turned out to contain an ant nest (sorry!)."

Susan R on August 2023

Locally owned professional locksmith service. We handle all of your locksmith service needs on site. Emergency lockouts, key copies, or all keys lost. We make keys for all makes and models on site. We also specialize in both residential, and commercial locksmith services. 24/7 availability.

"Responded almost immediately to request for quote. Came when promised. Explained process. Was a good sport when one of the locks turned out to contain an ant nest (sorry!)."

Susan R on August 2023

Tar River Lock & Key

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Tar River Lock & Key

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5 years of experience

Our owner Cory has been a locksmith for nearly 10 years with experience in both residential and commercial applications. He has worked on and in some of the higher end properties (and casinos) in Las Vegas, NV and is currently responsible for the locks and security of one of the local school districts. He has experience in both commercial and residential locks and security.

Our owner Cory has been a locksmith for nearly 10 years with experience in both residential and commercial applications. He has worked on and in some of the higher end properties (and casinos) in Las Vegas, NV and is currently responsible for the locks and security of one of the local school districts. He has experience in both commercial and residential locks and security.

Dkny locksmith

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Dkny locksmith

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We are in business for 3 years we providing service in three states. We provide service for Raleigh Durham areas.

We are in business for 3 years we providing service in three states. We provide service for Raleigh Durham areas.

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Locksmiths questions, answered by experts

A keypad deadbolt, a lock requiring a code entered on a keypad entry, can be a convenient option for families with children coming in and out and needing access to the home. It can also offer an easy solution if you rent your home out, since you can easily change the code as needed. So, depending on your home entry’s needs, a keypad deadbolt may be worth the extra expense.

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.

If part of the key is protruding out of the lock, you can use a pair of needle-nosed pliers or tweezers to gently turn the key in the lock to open the door. If the key is fully inserted into the lock, you may also be able to use a key extractor to help turn the key into the unlocked position. 

But if the key breaks off halfway into the lock or you simply can’t reach it to help engage the unlocking mechanisms, you should probably call a professional.

It’s possible, but depends on the design of your lock. Some door locks that lack a keyhole do boast a small hole on the exterior handle or knob. This hole’s primary function is to allow water to drain out of the lock, in addition to giving homeowners an easy spot to insert lubrication. However, you can typically use a paperclip in this pinhole to unlock the door by manipulating the mechanism inside. 

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.

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