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Avatar for Unlocked by Ari LLC
Unlocked by Ari LLC
4.8(
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LocksmithLocksmith - AutoLocksmith - For Business

Serving Locust Valley, 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%
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
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D.Vogiatzis
5.0(
59
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Hardware, Latches & Tracks (Door) - Repair or Replace

Serving Locust Valley, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Offers commercial services

Customers say: True professional

"D. Vogiatzis does superb work. They're very knowledgeable with their skill and does thorough and neat work. They're service was prompt and professional. I would definitely use and recommend them to anyone."
Response time9 hrs
Response rate96%
Recommended by64%of homeowners
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SafeStreets - ADT Authorized Provider
4.8(
320
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Security Safe - Install

Serving Locust Valley, NY and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dave Smith was AWESOME! Very knowledgeable and patient. We added new items to our order at the 12th hour and he came back twice to make sure that everything was completed as we desired. We also had Alarm Protection Group secure our office. Dave Smith and Co. make the process very easy-Highly recommended."
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5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Avatar for STANDGUARD SECURITY INC
STANDGUARD SECURITY INC
4.8(
75
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Security Safe - Install

Serving Locust Valley, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1982

Free estimates

Customers say: Super punctual

"I was extremely happy with Hank the owner of Standguard Security Inc. I called Hank early in the day for information about an alarm system and he promptly came to my house that same day in the evening for an estimate and other options that he presented to me for my needs. I called him back and we set a time for the installation of a new system that was free ( just needed to sign up for a monitoring service). The day of installation Hank showed up with his tech guy Chris and promptly started to get to work. Chris the tech guy / installer was great and made sure everything was working correctly and answered all of my questions before leaving. They both were professional and I am very happy with the whole process."
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Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for ADT
ADT
4.5(
884
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Security Safe - Install

Serving Locust Valley, NY and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1874

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Our dealings with Protect Your Home/ADT were delightful. We received a call back very fast after requesting a quote through Angie's List. We were able to complete everything on the phone; there was no paperwork or downtime. I had to call Customer Service with a question about the keypad, and they ended up telling me other helpful details on top of my original question."
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+35

48 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Mr. Handyman of Nassau County
4.6(
232
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Hardware, Latches & Tracks (Door) - Repair or Replace

Serving Locust Valley, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2003

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"I recently had two showers installed by Mr. Handyman, and the entire experience was outstanding from start to finish! Communication was excellent throughout the whole process—they were clear, prompt, and kept me informed every step of the way. I especially appreciated that they send images and bios of the technicians who are coming to your home. It gives such a wonderful sense of security knowing exactly who will be at your door, and I love that their worker profiles are fully open and transparent. The actual craftsmanship was top-notch, and the team left everything spotless when they were finished. They worked diligently for the exact time allocated, ensuring every detail was handled as expected and even going above and beyond. I couldn't be happier with the results and highly recommend their services!""
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for JDM Electric INC.
JDM Electric INC.
4.8(
72
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Security Safe - Install

Serving Locust Valley, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"John, Michael and Rich, were punctual, professional, and made me feel I had made the right choice. I hired them because of the reviews about them and found the reviews to be true. I definitely would recommend them and I am planning on hiring them again when the need arises."
Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for BuildingLI.com - BLI Facilities LLC
BuildingLI.com - BLI Facilities LLC
5.0(
32
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Hardware, Latches & Tracks (Door) - Repair or Replace

Serving Locust Valley, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Eddie was great to work with! We had a limited time frame to adhere to town inspections and Eddie and his team knew exactly what we needed and quickly got the job done. The results were great and even the inspector acknowledged the impressive repair. They were able to put a knocked out garage wall back on the foundation and repair the interior dry wall. I would recommend this company for any professional contract work due to their reasonable price, ease to work with and quality of work."
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Response time7 hrs
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Locksmiths questions, answered by experts

Lock bumping is a technique locksmiths use to quickly and quietly open a pin tumbler lock, typically found in most types of deadbolts. It involves inserting a specially crafted key, or bump key, into the lock and tapping or "bumping" it with a mallet or similar tool. The force applied causes the lock's pins to jump momentarily, allowing the lock to be turned and opened. Unfortunately, thieves also use this technique to break into homes. Luckily, products like a deadbolt strap will fortify your lock.

When it comes to how to get a stuck key out of a lock, the simplest way is to use some kind of lubricating substance. One option is to apply graphite powder while wiggling the key gently. As the graphite fills the lock, jiggling should loosen the key enough to allow you to pull it out.

The easiest way to pick a lock is by using a titanium rake pick. This type of lock pick comes in a variety of shapes used to simulate different key configurations but generally has a tip with a bent design. Rake picks are the most beginner-friendly lockpicks and the simplest to learn how to use.

Lubricating a door lock is an important part of door lock maintenance. It involves taking the lubricant of your choice (it’s best to use whatever the lock’s manufacturer suggests) and spraying it directly into the keyway. Push and pull your key in and out of the lock to make sure it’s all the way in. 

Locksmiths recommend changing your locks once every seven years for the best security at your home. Locks can wear out over time, so you should inspect your locks regularly. A higher grade lock provides you with more cycles than those with a lower grade.

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