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

Serving Hackettstown, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dave Smith was AWESOME! Very knowledgeable and patient. We added new items to our order at the 12th hour and he came back twice to make sure that everything was completed as we desired. We also had Alarm Protection Group secure our office. Dave Smith and Co. make the process very easy-Highly recommended."
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9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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SHIELD Security Systems of Lehigh Valley
5.0(
20
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Security Safe - Install

Serving Hackettstown, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Art Rosenberger was involved from the first meeting we had with him to completing the installment. He was very professional and put our needs first. He has an extensive knowledge of security systems and he customized our system to fit our needs without unnecessary add-ons. A great listener. After installing the system, he spent over an hour teaching us how the system works and how to use it, making certain that we "got it". The system is working flawlessly, we like the ability to control it from afar via our phones or computers. Mr. Rosenberger is clearly committed to excellence. This is a great service. Very personalized. We recommend Shield Security Systems of the Lehigh Valley with the highest possible confidence."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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ADT
4.5(
859
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Security Safe - Install

Serving Hackettstown, NJ 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

87 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Home Service
4.1(
43
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LocksmithLocksmith - For Business

Serving Hackettstown, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I do not typically write reviews but Locksmith downtown was excellent! They were incredibly responsive and solved my issue very quickly. They were very nice and professional and I would recommend their services to anyone!"
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Recommended by8%of homeowners
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Carlos
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Security Safe - Install

Serving Hackettstown, NJ and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Hi my name is Carlos I have done handyman work for so many years. I like fixing, building and installing pretty much anything. I have the right tools for everything with me you will find a friend and someone you can rely on.

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An American Locksmith
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LocksmithLocksmith - AutoLocksmith - For Business

Serving Hackettstown, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 1994

Emergency services offered

"My front door lock became inoperative.  I called American Locksmith and they responded in a timely manor.  My problem was diagnosed and I was given options.  A new, exact replacement lock would have been $500 installed.  They suggested getting replacement parts, as the  majority of the lock was in good condition.  The replacement parts were ordered ans in a couple of days were installed.  The lock now works perfectly.
Without question, my best interest was put first and all work was done reliably and efficiently.  I would recommend American Locksmith to anyone.

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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Locksmiths questions, answered by experts

Expect to pay between $50 to $200 if you hire a locksmith to change your locks. That figure includes labor and the cost of basic hardware. The cost will naturally be higher if you plan to install more expensive locks, like smart locks, and if you need a lot of them.

Homeowners can save money by replacing locks themselves. A typical rekeying kit costs about $10 to $25. The only additional cost is purchasing new house keys, and those are no more than a few dollars per key. If you want to replace the locks on your own completely, the main cost is the price of the locks themselves. A standard knob-style lock starts around $25, while electronic locks and smart locks will run in the hundreds of dollars. The only additional tools you should need are a tape measure, screwdriver, and screws if they are not already provided.

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.

Using a combination of tools (often store-bought plumbing tools) and brute force, a burglar can easily snap the lock on a door. Snapping a lock aims to gain access to the cylinder inside, which holds the locking mechanism. Once the thief snaps the lock, they can pick the cylinder open and walk right in.

Typically, it can take around 15 minutes to rekey a lock. The time depends on the type of lock and how skilled you are at rekeying. The first time you rekey a lock, it may take a little longer. Once you get the hang of the process, it will move along much more quickly.

Regrettably, entirely pick-proof locks don't exist unless you opt for keyless varieties. Locks advertised as "pick-proof" are, in reality, more resilient against lock-picking and bumping attempts because of complex mechanisms consisting of pins and sidebars. These locks work like this—they assign two tasks to the key, enhancing security by making unauthorized entry more challenging.

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