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

Serving Placitas, NM and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I called Alarm Protection Group AFTER my office was burglarized. Now I feel SAFE. William is great to work with. He's neat and tidy, prompt, presentable - not a butt-crack type of guy, and he doesn't leave a mess in his wake. He's also knowledgeable about the equipment and only uses high-quality products."
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9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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RJ HANDYMAN
4.6(
27
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Hardware, Latches & Tracks (Door) - Repair or Replace

Serving Placitas, NM and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"RJ Handyman provided excellent service! Rafael arrived on time, completed work efficiently and thoroughly, and was very courteous & professional. Left work areas spotless and repairs were better than I expected - looks like it never happened! Thanks, RJ. I'll call again for other jobs."
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Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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TAZ Construction
5.0(
20
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Hardware, Latches & Tracks (Door) - Repair or Replace

Serving Placitas, NM and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Taz is our go-to contractor, because they are problem-solvers, detail-oriented, and just generally do a terrific job on both large and small projects. At our house (at different times) Taz has done structural work for us; fully renovated our kitchen; installed a pocket door on a tiny 1/2 bathroom; fixed the walls and floor in a formerly useless closet; and, tore out a huge mess of a mechanical room, turning it into useful, attractive storage space. They deliver on time (including amazingly short timeframes) and on budget (as much as any contractor can be, given the fluctuation in material costs over the past few years). They do a terrific job of minimizing mess and displacement for the homeowner and pets. Would never use anyone else but Anthony and his talented crew. He may sometimes cost more than other contractors, but you get what you pay for - you may find cheaper, but you will NOT find better. And when Anthony does the work, he stands behind it, while others don't."
Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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ADT
4.5(
859
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Security Safe - Install

Serving Placitas, NM and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1874

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This company offers the best home security service. State of the art technology. Very competitive pricing. Our Security Consultant is Jarrett McAllister who is a class act! He is extremely knowledgeable, very patient and really helped us find the right package to suit our needs."
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+35

78 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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JWE Constructs, LLC
3.8(
17
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Hardware, Latches & Tracks (Door) - Repair or Replace

Serving Placitas, NM and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jesse was great! The very best thing is this: He showed me how to do the job, what equipment I needed, and gave me the confidence to do it myself next and save a lot of money. Thank you Jesse. Next time, I will ask for Jesse if it is in his area."
Response time8 hrs
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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Locksmiths questions, answered by experts

Yes, it’s possible a burglar can get through a deadbolt. Some types of deadbolts are harder for an intruder to get through, though. For example, a single-cylinder lock only requires breaking a window nearby and simply turning it. While other locks, such as a double-cylinder lock, may offer greater protection and make it harder for an intruder, no deadbolt is 100 percent effective.

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.

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.

It can affect security, especially if you don’t finish it properly. A Dutch door has more moving parts that can be compromised, so you’ll want to use solid hardware and make sure everything lines up and locks cleanly. If the latch is flimsy or the two halves don’t sit tight, it’s going to be easier to force open.

Most jobs take 30 minutes to 2 hours, but high-security systems or multiple lock installations may require additional time.

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