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Avatar for Locksmith Excellence NYC
Locksmith Excellence NYC
4.7(
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Serving Howard Beach, 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%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Angels Locksmith
4.9(
4
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Serving Howard Beach, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I needed four locks changed on my front and back doors, two on the inside and two on the outside as the locks I had were pretty old and worn out. I called Angel and he gave me a great price. I asked Angel about high security locks, and he said those would be a better option than standard locks. Angel was on time and very professional. He even showed me the difference between the standard locks and the high security locks. What a great guy. I would definitely recommend him to anyone that is looking for a reliable locksmith that is honest and caring."
Response time4 hrs
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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SafeStreets - ADT Authorized Provider
4.8(
320
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Serving Howard Beach, 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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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 Howard Beach, 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 Howard Beach, 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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2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Matthew Berner Handyman
5.0(
12
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Serving Howard Beach, NY 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 time12 hrs
49 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by18%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.

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. 

Smart locks offer a similar level of safety to traditional or conventional locks because they often use comparable locking mechanisms, such as deadbolts. The primary difference is the access method: smart locks use a login or code instead of a physical key, which adds convenience. While not inherently safer, some smart locks have added security features that can deter intruders, like shutting down after too many incorrect code attempts or being harder to pick. For the best security, it's recommended to combine any lock with other home safety features like motion-activated lighting, security cameras, and window and door sensors.

Yes, you should change the locks as soon as you can after completing the purchase of a house. This is a matter of privacy and security, as you have no idea how many copies of the keys the previous owner made. You can change the locks yourself or hire a pro to replace or rekey the lock, which costs $50 to $100.

While lock crunching as a whole is not terribly common, it is one of the most frequently used means of forced entry into a home. Recent data suggests that forced entry through lock crunching or snapping occurs in more than 25% of burglaries.

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