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SafeStreets - ADT Authorized Provider
4.8(
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Serving Amherst, OH 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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9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Lance Homes LLC
4.9(
43
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Serving Amherst, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired Lance Handyman for a shed roof repair, and I couldn’t be happier. He provdied clear communication, arrived on time, and completed the job efficiently. The repair looks great."
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+154

Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
Neatnics The Home Repair Co
4.5(
141
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Serving Amherst, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1987

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Adam, as always, was prompt, skillful, and on the lookout to help me in any way he could! I cannot say enough great things about Neatnics. Adam is an extremely skillful professional and the best service provider I’ve had the pleasure to know and work with in many years."
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1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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ADT
4.5(
856
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Serving Amherst, OH and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1874

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Walter and Glen at Protect Your Home Group with ADT are the best people 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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Smart Home Security
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Home Security Essentials

+35

80 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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JCJ Builders
4.9(
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Serving Amherst, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1978

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"In 2021, I hired JCJ Builders ( Jeff Jones) to remodel my kitchen. After the first day of demo, I had my doubts but Jeff reassured me and walked me through step by step the entire process. I love my new kitchen! I even had him do stage 2 ( livingroom). I would recommend JCJ Builders for any future projects."
Residential Kitchen
Response time6 hrs
Response rate93%
Recommended by41%of homeowners
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David Black Construction
4.4(
36
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Serving Amherst, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Dave was right on top of everything. He picked up the sliding patio door for me and installed it. Quality workmanship and attention to detail. He is easy to work with and cleaned up after each visit. I am going to hire him again to paint my great room. I would highly recommend him."
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+153

Response time8 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Home Service
4.2(
39
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Serving Amherst, OH and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I do not typically write reviews but Locksmith downtown was excellent! They were incredibly responsive and solved my issue very quickly. They were very nice and professional and I would recommend their services to anyone!"
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Recommended by9%of homeowners
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Locksmiths questions, answered by experts

If you’re having an issue turning the key inside a lock, chances are there is dust or dirt buildup within the cylinder. The easiest solution is applying a dry lubricant to the lock, which loosens the dirt buildup. You may need to turn the key a few times for it to work properly again.

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. 

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.

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. 

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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