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Avatar for Locksmith Excellence NYC
Locksmith Excellence NYC
4.7(
98
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Serving Forest Hills, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Elan yosopov one of the best locksmith professionals I met- very caring, patient and professional. Would choose no other locksmith, Best guy for the job I wouldn't choose anyone else for my next project"
Multlock cylinder
Residential
Top lock
Knob
Silver handles

+33

Response time50 mins
Response rate97%
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Unlocked by Ari LLC
4.8(
40
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Serving Forest Hills, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I can?t say enough good things about Ari and his locksmith service! I was locked out of my apartment late at night, and within minutes, Ari was on the way. Not only did he arrive quickly, but he was professional, friendly, and got me back inside without any damage to the lock. You can tell he genuinely cares about his customers. He explained everything clearly, charged a fair price (no surprise fees), and even gave me some great security tips. Finding a trustworthy locksmith can be tough, but Ari is the real deal. If you ever need a locksmith, this is the guy to call!"
Response time5 hrs
Response rate99%
30 neighbors recently requested a quote
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T & S Handyman
5.0(
122
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Serving Forest Hills, 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
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Golden Touch Remodelers
4.7(
850
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Serving Forest Hills, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"My door knob was broken. They came and evaluate the problem then they had to purchase a new door knob and lock for me. They replaced the old with the new now, was working perfectly great job very professional. Explain some things to me will hire them again in the future."
Response time2 days
88 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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SafeStreets - ADT Authorized Provider
4.8(
320
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Serving Forest Hills, NY 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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NY Locksmith and Security Center
4.3(
4
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Serving Forest Hills, 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

12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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You Break We Fix
4.3(
51
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Serving Forest Hills, 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 by69%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.

Over time, latch components may wear out or get grimy, leading to this problem. First, check for dirt, dust, or debris in the latch mechanism to ensure smooth operation. Use an aerosol duster and lubricant to clean and loosen. You may also need to tighten the screws in the component, adjust the strike plate, or replace the lock. If none of these steps resolve the problem, consult a professional locksmith.

Several types of deadbolts are available, including single-cylinder, double-cylinder, rim, smart, and electronic deadbolt locks. The most common type found in U.S. homes is the single-cylinder deadbolt, which uses a key on the exterior and a thumb turn on the interior. A double-cylinder deadbolt features two locking mechanisms and requires a key to be operated from both the inside and the outside.

If your key breaks in a lock, first remain calm and avoid forcing the broken piece further in. You may be able to remove it yourself if a portion of the key is still protruding from the lock. To aid removal, lubricate the keyhole with a graphite-based spray. Then, try using tools like pliers, tweezers, a bobby pin, or even a jigsaw blade to gently grasp and pull the broken piece out. If these methods don't work, you can't reach the key, or you're concerned about damaging the lock, it's best to call a professional locksmith for assistance.

When you take a key to a hardware store or a locksmith for copying, you can expect the key-cutting process to take as little as 30 seconds. The key copier will review your current key to decide on the correct blank. Then, your original key and the blank are inserted into a key duplication machine to cut an exact key copy. When it’s all said and done, you can have a new key in your hand in just a couple of minutes.

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