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

Serving Toms River, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"AWESOME buying experience and setup experience! I just bought a house and wanted to make sure I was protected. They even helped me find a fantastic locksmith who gave a me great deal. Can't recommend highly enough. He gave excellent advice and saved me money in the long run with their current promo. Look no further for the best security company!"
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8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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ADT
4.5(
871
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Security Safe - Install

Serving Toms River, 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

71 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Matthew Berner Handyman
5.0(
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Hardware, Latches & Tracks (Door) - Repair or Replace

Serving Toms River, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

With over 5 years of experience serving the Tinton Falls area, Mathew Berner Handyman is your solution to all you Handyman needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call.

Response time9 hrs
40 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by16%of homeowners
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BGS Security Division LLC
5.0(
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Security Safe - Install

Serving Toms River, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

BGS Security designs, installs, and monitors custom electronic security systems for discerning homeowners and businesses across the Tri-State Area. Our services include professional security system installation, 24/7 alarm monitoring, high-definition video surveillance, and commercial access control.\n\nWith more than 30 years of security expertise behind us, we bring enterprise-grade protection to residential and commercial properties throughout New Jersey, New York, and Connecticut. Every system is engineered around your property, your priorities, and the way you actually live and work ? never a one-size-fits-all package.\n\nFully licensed and insured, BGS Security combines premium equipment, meticulous installation, and round-the-clock monitoring to deliver protection you can rely on. From a single-family estate to a multi-site commercial property, our team responds quickly and treats your property as if it were our own.\n\nYou Earned It. We Protect It.?

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Locksmiths questions, answered by experts

Rekeying is typically cheaper than replacing locks. Professional rekeying costs between $40 and $160, sometimes with an additional fee of $15 to $40 per lock. A locksmith's hourly rate averages around $75. If you do it yourself, a rekeying kit can cost as little as $10. In contrast, replacing a lock costs between $130 and $500, with an average of around $315, depending on the hardware and lock type. Rekeying is a simpler process that changes the key for your existing lock without replacing the hardware. It is a good option if you have a quality lock that works well, you've recently moved, you've lost a key, or you need a quick security upgrade. The best choice depends on the condition of your current locks.

Yes, keyless locks can deter burglars, mostly because they boost security and offer advanced features. Most models allow for unique codes or temporary access, making it harder for intruders to break in. Many of these smart locks even alert you if someone tries to tamper with them. However, you need to remember that while they provide an added layer of protection, no lock is completely foolproof. Pairing these locks with good security habits—like proper lighting and surveillance cameras—creates a strong defense to help stop intruders in their tracks.

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.

Aside from the labor costs, several other factors can impact the cost of hiring a locksmith. If you can avoid services during off-hours, you can save on fees often charged for urgent requests. Consider additional factors such as:

  • Type of services required

  • Emergency call fees

  • Home and lock location

  • Number of locks to repair or install

  • Peak hours

  • Type of locks

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.

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