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Avatar for Accurate Locksmith
Accurate Locksmith
4.7(
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Serving Princeton, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"He was punctual, very professional, including his truck and equipment. Everything went without a hitch. He had the parts he needed on his truck. Very friendly and I would absolutely recommend him highly to anyone with locksmith needs, and of course I would use him again without hesitation."
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Response time8 hrs
Response rate87%
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Dave's Handyman Services
5.0(
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Serving Princeton, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Requested a quote from Dave through Angi and he called me only a few hours later. He came out the next day and completed the job in a timely fashion. He was professional, very responsive, and called when he was on his way. Would recommend Dave for handyman services."
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Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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SafeStreets - ADT Authorized Provider
4.8(
320
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Serving Princeton, 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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Red White and Blue Painting Enterprise, LLC
4.8(
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Serving Princeton, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Eric and his team were extremely professional and easy to work with! He answered or returned calls immediately and provided me with professional and money saving advice. I love the job they did and would highly recommend them."
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Response time4 hrs
Response rate97%
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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NB Woodworks, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Princeton, NJ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1875

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Anthony is fantastic! His creative problem solving and expert workmanship corrected problems with our windows and sliders. He is reliable and efficient. We will definitely hire Anthony again!"
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Response time1 day
Recommended by57%of homeowners
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ADT
4.5(
858
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Serving Princeton, 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

79 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Locksmiths questions, answered by experts

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.

Any type of dead bolt lock provides the highest level of safety for a single device. However, it’s also important to determine a lock's grade. Locks can come in either Grade 1, Grade 2, or Grade 3, which indicates how durable it is and if it’s constructed solidly. Safety experts recommend choosing locks based on Grade 1, which offers the highest level of durability.

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.

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.

The best type of deadbolt depends on your specific needs. If accessibility is your primary concern, a single-cylinder deadbolt is the easiest to operate. Mortise locks are likely the most secure type of deadbolt you can install, but single-cylinders combined with secondary locking mechanisms like vertical locks are also a great option. Smart locks will give you the most flexibility to open and close your locks whenever and wherever you need to. 

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