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Reid’s Painting & Handyman Services
5.0(
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Serving Troy, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Errol and his son arrived on time, repaired my screen door as good as new. They were so professional and skilled, the whole process was a pleasure. I intend to use Reid services again and recommend them to my friends."
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Response time4 days
Recommended by58%of homeowners
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SafeStreets - ADT Authorized Provider
4.8(
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Serving Troy, NY and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I called Alarm Protection Group AFTER my office was burglarized. Now I feel SAFE. William is great to work with. He's neat and tidy, prompt, presentable - not a butt-crack type of guy, and he doesn't leave a mess in his wake. He's also knowledgeable about the equipment and only uses high-quality products."
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Recommended by94%of homeowners
MK
5.0(
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Serving Troy, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"If you need a handyman who doesn't cut corners, hire MK. He is highly skilled, honest, and professional. He handled the removal of our old unit and the installation of the new range hood with ease and went out of his way to make sure the final result looked beautiful and perfectly integrated into our kitchen."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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One Peace, LLC
4.9(
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Serving Troy, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Joe does great work! He's a very respectful and considerate professional. I don't trust easily and Joe is the only contractor who I would trust to do work in my home while I'm not there. He does a lot more than what he advertises so just ask for a quote and I bet you'll be surprised."
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Tile

+35

Response time3 days
Recommended by43%of homeowners
Hubbell's Carpentry & More
5.0(
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Serving Troy, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Chris did excellent work. His capabilities to do various handyman projects is great. He has completed many projects for me, I have an old home and we found a few pin holes in my plumbing that have started to show up in my downstairs. We worked together and he helped me replace all the piping. He also installed crown molding in my dining room for me and did a fantastic job. Chris has all the qualities you can ask for; reliability, accountability, responsibility and he provides great value. What you pay for and what he accomplishes, he does a quality job in a timely manner."
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Deck Patio Replacement

+214

Response time8 hrs
Response rate96%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Matts Fix It All LLC
4.6(
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Serving Troy, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Looking for reliable home services in Albany? Look no further than Matts Fix It All LLC. With over 20 years of experience, I specialize in all types of handyman work. From small household issues to larger projects, I.ve got you covered. Contact me today!

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Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Locksmiths questions, answered by experts

Yes, as long as it’s thick enough for the deadbolt. Most interior hollow core doors are at least 1 1/2-inches thick, which is usually the minimum requirement for a deadbolt. You’ll want to find the lock block first before installing. Also, most hollow doors require additional reinforcement for locks, such as a reinforcement plate or plywood block.

Yes, it’s possible a burglar can get through a deadbolt. Some types of deadbolts are harder for an intruder to get through, though. For example, a single-cylinder lock only requires breaking a window nearby and simply turning it. While other locks, such as a double-cylinder lock, may offer greater protection and make it harder for an intruder, no deadbolt is 100 percent effective.

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.

Typically, it can take around 15 minutes to rekey a lock. The time depends on the type of lock and how skilled you are at rekeying. The first time you rekey a lock, it may take a little longer. Once you get the hang of the process, it will move along much more quickly.

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.

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