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Avatar for Xcel Locksmith LLC
Xcel Locksmith LLC
5.0(
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LocksmithLocksmith - For Business

Serving Akron, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Absolutely great experience with Same Day Locksmith! 🔑 They replaced my lock quickly, professionally, and made the whole process easy. Excellent service, fair pricing, and very knowledgeable. I highly recommend them if you need a locksmith. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"
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Full Door Redesign
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The Flying Locksmiths - Akron
5.0(
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Locksmith - For Business

Serving Akron, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1946

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Everyone at the Flying Locksmiths were so kind and helpful. I had just moved into this house and there were so many things that were going wrong and they made the whole process easy. I will be using them again."
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+2

Response time11 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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SafeStreets - ADT Authorized Provider
4.8(
320
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Security Safe - Install

Serving Akron, OH 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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+1

5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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ProServices.com
4.9(
58
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Hardware, Latches & Tracks (Door) - Repair or Replace

Serving Akron, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job. \n

Response time8 hrs
Response rate91%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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ADT
4.5(
884
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Security Safe - Install

Serving Akron, OH and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1874

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"ADT is the best company to talk to in terms of security alarm. Being a locksmith myself I know how important it is to deal with the right people. I referred a lot of customers to them and so far they are happy with their service. I myself got one for my house. Thank you for a consistent service and great deal."
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Home Security Essentials

+35

52 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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StructurePro
4.8(
31
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Hardware, Latches & Tracks (Door) - Repair or Replace

Serving Akron, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Over 25 years of happy customers is what sets me apart. I take personal pride in my work, and pay extra attention to detail. Understanding what’s important to you, and being able to give solid advice to fit a budget is why people choose me. Let me show you why all my customers refer me to their friends, and become customers for life. Reach out today and let’s get those projects behind you.

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Friesen Family Renovations, LLC
4.7(
45
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Hardware, Latches & Tracks (Door) - Repair or Replace

Serving Akron, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We are a family ran and owned business that covers the Central and Northeastern parts of Ohio. . We have been in this business for over 10 years, and specialize in everything under your roof, including but not limited to; drywall, painting, plumbing, electrical, flooring, hardwood refinishing, garage repair, sliding glass door repair, and much more. We also offer basic exterior work such as gutter cleaning, power washing, deck repairs, and stucco repair. We also offer a guarantee at 1 year minimum warranty on all work we have completed. We take pride in meeting our clients needs and schedules in order to make you need to do as little as possible. We guarantee that you are our number one priority all the way through job completion, will offer you high quality and the most competitive price and that we will go above and beyond to make sure no ends are left undone. We sincerely enjoy what we do, and we look forward to helping you with your next project!

Response time2 days
Response rate98%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
John A's Handyman Service
4.3(
31
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Hardware, Latches & Tracks (Door) - Repair or Replace

Serving Akron, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Welcome to John A's Handyman Service. With over 20 years of home repair experience, I am dedicated to giving our customers the best home repair service possible with honesty and professionalism.

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+5

Response time2 hrs
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by68%of homeowners
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Locksmiths questions, answered by experts

Keyless locks are often considered safer since they’re protected by passcodes instead of a physical key, making it harder to be picked. However, they are not infallible. And like all electronic devices, outdated models are more prone to problems and safety concerns. If you’ve experienced multiple lockouts in the past year, or your lock is responding slower than usual after you key in the passcode, it might be time to upgrade to a newer one. Even if your lock is working fine, you should still change your access code at least twice a year.

Rekeying door locks yourself costs a fraction of what you would expect to pay a locksmith. On average, it costs between $50 to $100 to hire a local locksmith to rekey your house, though labor costs may vary based on where you live. For a DIY solution, you can expect to spend $11 to $25 on a rekeying kit.

Yes, most pros encourage you to change your locks when you move into a new home. While the previous owner may hand you their keys, you have no way of knowing whether other copies exist elsewhere. Changing your locks as soon as you move in is a great way to ensure that you can enjoy new, fully functioning locks that will work with your unique key or code.

There is a reason many commercial garages and storage facilities have roller garage doors. They stand out as one of the most secure options due to their unique design. The compact installation and absence of visible leverage points on the sturdy aluminum curtain make them a formidable obstacle for potential intruders. 

First thing first: Make sure you’re using the right key. If it’s the correct key for your lock, there are a few reasons why it may not be working, like the key is worn out or the lock is jammed. Try lubricating the lock and pushing the door closed to ensure the mechanisms work correctly. If you’re still locked out, call in for help.

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