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Avatar for Aaron's Locksmith Service
Aaron's Locksmith Service
4.9(
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Locksmith

Serving Sea Cliff, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great experience with Eran, very professional and very quick! We used him to open a lock we lost the key for. Would definitely use him again and recommend him for all your locksmith needs!"
Automotive Locksmith
Residential Locksmith
Safe & Vault Opening
Re-Keying and  New Locks
Testimonials

+3

Response time4 hrs
Response rate91%
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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D.Vogiatzis
5.0(
58
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Hardware, Latches & Tracks (Door) - Repair or Replace

Serving Sea Cliff, 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 by66%of homeowners
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SafeStreets - ADT Authorized Provider
4.8(
320
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Security Safe - Install

Serving Sea Cliff, 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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6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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STANDGUARD SECURITY INC
4.8(
75
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Security Safe - Install

Serving Sea Cliff, 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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+4

Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for NY Locksmith and Security Center
NY Locksmith and Security Center
4.3(
4
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Locksmith - For Business

Serving Sea Cliff, 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
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Apt Door Replacement
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+26

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

Serving Sea Cliff, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2003

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"Joe was great!! Very prompt, friendly and knowledgeable. Replaced our cabinet doors in kitchen and gave some advice regarding another door replacement. Door knob was replaced in a snap!! Unfortunately, the light fixture was damaged in transit, but we were able to reorder and will have him back to finish the job and more!!"
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+14

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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ADT
4.5(
880
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Security Safe - Install

Serving Sea Cliff, 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."
Home Security Essentials
Smart Home Security
Cameras
Our Team
Home Security Essentials

+35

57 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%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.

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.

It’s possible, but depends on the design of your lock. Some door locks that lack a keyhole do boast a small hole on the exterior handle or knob. This hole’s primary function is to allow water to drain out of the lock, in addition to giving homeowners an easy spot to insert lubrication. However, you can typically use a paperclip in this pinhole to unlock the door by manipulating the mechanism inside. 

If you don’t have your original key, the easiest way to obtain a copy is to call a locksmith. For house keys, your locksmith has several options for configuring a new key: 

  • They can input a lock’s identification code into a database to obtain key-cutting instructions.

  • They could analyze the lock cylinder to determine how to cut a new key.

  • They can create an impression of the lock cylinder from which to cut a new key. 

Expect to pay between $50 to $200 if you hire a locksmith to change your locks. That figure includes labor and the cost of basic hardware. The cost will naturally be higher if you plan to install more expensive locks, like smart locks, and if you need a lot of them.

Homeowners can save money by replacing locks themselves. A typical rekeying kit costs about $10 to $25. The only additional cost is purchasing new house keys, and those are no more than a few dollars per key. If you want to replace the locks on your own completely, the main cost is the price of the locks themselves. A standard knob-style lock starts around $25, while electronic locks and smart locks will run in the hundreds of dollars. The only additional tools you should need are a tape measure, screwdriver, and screws if they are not already provided.

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