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Locksmith Excellence NYC
4.7(
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Serving Chinatown, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Elan was attentive to my repair needs. He gave me low cost and higher cost options. He guarantees the work for 2 years. The repairs were a bit more expensive than other locksmiths but he completed the job on the same day right on the spot. I will recommend Elan for future locksmith repairs."
Multlock cylinder
Residential
Top lock
Knob
Silver handles

+33

Response time50 mins
Response rate97%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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T & S Handyman
5.0(
111
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Serving Chinatown, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This man is amazing and outstanding and I would hire him again in a heartbeat. I highly recommend him. He is very knowledgeable and extremely helpful! Absolutely fantastic!"
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+29

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by33%of homeowners
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SafeStreets - ADT Authorized Provider
4.8(
320
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Serving Chinatown, NY and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I highly recommend Krystal. Helped my renter trouble shoot an alarm issue over the phone. She called me right back and did not charge me for his "expertise". She is an honest Lady....what more do you want!"
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+1

9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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NY Locksmith and Security Center
5.0(
3
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Serving Chinatown, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We are absolutely pleased with the workmanship of NY Locksmith and Security Center. From the outset, to the very end, the personal attention and time devoted to the project, by Team NY Locksmith and Security Center, is deeply appreciated. We look forward to doing business again with this company. Needless to say, we highly recommend this company. They are absolutely reliable and experts at what they do."
Door + Hardware
Before
After
Apt Door Replacement
Before

+26

9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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You Break We Fix
4.4(
46
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Serving Chinatown, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Alex and Nelson did an excellent job fixing my old basement stairs. Alex responded to my request for service the same day, and completed the project the following day."
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+48

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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BUILD ICONIC INC.
4.7(
13
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Serving Chinatown, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Please Do Not Contact For Small (1-2 Hours) Handyman Work.\n“Licensed, Bonded and Fully Insured.\n EPA Renovation, Repair and Painting Lead Safe Certified.”\nWe’ll issue Highest COI for Homeowners and Building Management.\n\nWe do all kind of home improvements,\nprompt, professional and reliable service.\nOur goal is to make everyone a client for life.\nVery well equipped and always deliver notch service.\nWe’re not just a craftsman, Our engineering team always has solutions for your projects!\n\nWe’re well equipped and we have all the right power, handy, metric and engineering tools. \n\nWith a commitment to excellent customer service and quality workmanship, BUILD ICONIC has built a respected reputation over the years. We are proud to be the one-call solution for customers in need of a variety of handyman services. From home maintenance and repairs to commercial projects, we can do it all!

LimeWash Paint
Interior Painting.
Bathroom Remodeling
Kitchen Remodeling
Painting heating Radiator

+76

Response time2 days
Recommended by58%of homeowners
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ADT
4.5(
858
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Serving Chinatown, NY 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."
Home Security Essentials
Smart Home Security
Cameras
Our Team
Home Security Essentials

+35

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

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.

One of the best tools for removing a stripped bolt is a handy pair of locking pliers. Locking pliers can usually grip onto screws with a broken, rounded, or stripped head and lock in place so that you can loosen even the most stubborn bolt that would otherwise remain hopelessly jammed.

Rekeying your own locks is a low-cost task that prevents you from having to replace the locks themselves completely. The first couple of times you rekey a lock may be challenging because this is an intermediate DIY task. You can purchase a rekey kit from most hardware stores, but make sure you’re buying the kit from the brand of lock in your home that you’re going to rekey. 

Security experts recommend deadbolt locks as the most secure option for a house's exterior or entry doors. Deadbolts provide the best security because they can prevent most types of forced entry and are harder to lockpick. Common types include the standard single-cylinder deadbolt, which is often found on front doors. For enhanced security, you can opt for a double-cylinder deadbolt, which requires a key to operate from both the inside and the outside.

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.

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