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Last update on December 30, 2025

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ISLAND LOCK & KEY

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ISLAND LOCK & KEY

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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Our company has two licensed locksmiths (NC#1250) with one office manager. For Property Management type companies we offer a billing program once the account is set up. In most cases payment is due at time of service. We take local checks, all major credit cards (add 4%) and of course cash.

Our company has two licensed locksmiths (NC#1250) with one office manager. For Property Management type companies we offer a billing program once the account is set up. In most cases payment is due at time of service. We take local checks, all major credit cards (add 4%) and of course cash.

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GALLIAN LOCK & SAFE

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GALLIAN LOCK & SAFE

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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Full service locksmith and safe company offering professional service since 1985. NC Licence #0495. GSA Certified Safe, Vault and Container Technician and Inspector, S&G 2740 Certification, Kaba Mas X-09/X-10 Certification .

"Steve was prompt in answering my initial call, prompt in scheduling (including asking to arrive earlier), and was right on time for the appointment. He assessed the work to be performed and didn't mind that I added on changing out a doorknob. He left everything as clean as he found it and was very kind. Prices were very reasonable. I would definitely recommend him!"

Tammy D on March 2018

Full service locksmith and safe company offering professional service since 1985. NC Licence #0495. GSA Certified Safe, Vault and Container Technician and Inspector, S&G 2740 Certification, Kaba Mas X-09/X-10 Certification .

"Steve was prompt in answering my initial call, prompt in scheduling (including asking to arrive earlier), and was right on time for the appointment. He assessed the work to be performed and didn't mind that I added on changing out a doorknob. He left everything as clean as he found it and was very kind. Prices were very reasonable. I would definitely recommend him!"

Tammy D on March 2018

WISHEKS

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WISHEKS

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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.

auto unlock specialists co.

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auto unlock specialists co.

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With AUSCO Emergency Roadside Assistance,you'll access 24/7, with no annual fee.When you call us you will be speaking to the person who will be assisting with your Roadside Emergency. He/she will be in constant contact with you should any deviation to the E.T.A. occur due to traffic or weather conditions. With our service you don't pay a nickel until you use it.

With AUSCO Emergency Roadside Assistance,you'll access 24/7, with no annual fee.When you call us you will be speaking to the person who will be assisting with your Roadside Emergency. He/she will be in constant contact with you should any deviation to the E.T.A. occur due to traffic or weather conditions. With our service you don't pay a nickel until you use it.

STEWART ENTERPRISES LOCKSMITH

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STEWART ENTERPRISES LOCKSMITH

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43 years of experience

We have been is business serving All of Brunswick and New Hanover Counties since 1982. We are Licensed, insured, and Bonded in the state of North Carolina. We only accept CASH, CHECKS, AND CREDIT CARDS.

We have been is business serving All of Brunswick and New Hanover Counties since 1982. We are Licensed, insured, and Bonded in the state of North Carolina. We only accept CASH, CHECKS, AND CREDIT CARDS.

4 Got Keys of Wilmington

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4 Got Keys of Wilmington

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4 Got Keys??? is a locally owned and operated locksmith in Wilmington, North Carolina. We serve the Wilmington, North Carolina area with honesty and reliable service. Turn to 4 Got Keys??? to help you out of a jam. When you need a professional locksmith to get you back in your home, office or vehicle, call 4 Got Keys??? in Wilmington, North Carolina. Get an expert technician on location in no time when you find yourself stranded. We look forward to serving you as your trusted neighborhood locksmith, call us today!

4 Got Keys??? is a locally owned and operated locksmith in Wilmington, North Carolina. We serve the Wilmington, North Carolina area with honesty and reliable service. Turn to 4 Got Keys??? to help you out of a jam. When you need a professional locksmith to get you back in your home, office or vehicle, call 4 Got Keys??? in Wilmington, North Carolina. Get an expert technician on location in no time when you find yourself stranded. We look forward to serving you as your trusted neighborhood locksmith, call us today!

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Locksmiths questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

Yes, but adding a deadbolt to some door materials, like steel, may make installation a little bit trickier. For these materials, you will want to hire a locksmith to do the work for you, but be aware that they may charge an additional fee of $25 to $50 or more.

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.

There are different types of deadbolts. The most common type is a single-cylinder deadbolt, which you may recognize on your front door. This type of lock has a keyhole on the outside and a thumb turn on the inside. A double-cylinder deadbolt has two locking mechanisms and requires a key to engage on the inside as well as the outside. 

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