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Expert Lock and Key, LLC
4.3(
227
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Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had scheduled an appointment to change the locks on our new house. The day of when the locksmith reached out and said it would probably be 2 hours later I was frustrated. I reached out to the owner that I had made the appointment with and he came himself, at the original appointment time. I was satisfied with the service."
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Ignition Repair
Replacing Door Lock

+6

Response time3 hrs
84 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Prokeyed LLC
4.9(
18
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Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I am a manager at a property management company and I have utilized Prokeyedâ s services for probably 100â s of jobs at this point. They are the only locksmith I call because they are reliable, knowledgeable, and have great customer service. I would 100% recommend them to anyone!"
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Response time2 hrs
Response rate95%
Recommended by65%of homeowners
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Expert Lock And Key
4.0(
25
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Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"He really knew his stuff! There was a lot to do because bad work had to be removed before the good stuff could be installed. But, he put a new deadbolt on that works like a dream. I had some other people there preparing for some other work to be done, so I lost track of time, but I think he spent way over two (2) hours making sure the lock had a smooth opening and that I didn't have to use a Karate kick to get it to work. I will call him again for any other locksmith work I need. He's the best!"
Response time7 hrs
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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First Mobile Services LLC
4.8(
13
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Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I loved the way he ordered the parts for the door. And then he came a day early. The finished product is great. We are enjoying the new lock very much."
Smart Key For Dodge
Smart key for Lexus
Key Fob for Honda Odyssey
Spare Key Fob for Jeep
Smart Keys for Toyota Camry 2019

+15

Response time5 hrs
Response rate89%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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SafeStreets - ADT Authorized Provider
4.8(
320
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Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I would like to recognize employee Doug A at SafeStreet/ADT. We’ve had an old security system sitting in our house for over 15 years without service or functionality. He took the time to explain the differences between how the old systems work and how the new systems work. He was patient with us, and we are happy customers."
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6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Window-Gurus
4.7(
52
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Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Window Gurus came on time, have a thorough evaluation of what was needed, and completed the job on time. Very satisfied with their work. If you have an older property and you want to maintain the aesthetic. They are the company I would choose."
Foggy window repair
Foggy window repair
Historical restoration
Wood restoration
Sill and sash repair

+15

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
BDJ Handymen Services
4.4(
180
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Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Could not have found a better handyman to perform this job! The quality of the work performed exceeded my expectations. The project took approximately two days to complete and went very smoothly. Bill is a great communicator; I really appreciated his responsiveness and timeliness immensely. I have already had Bill start on another job at my home and plan to use him again in the future as well! If you are looking for a handyman that knows his stuff; look no further than BDJ Handymen Services."
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+30

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Locksmiths questions, answered by experts

When the temps drop, sometimes you need to thaw a lock to regain access. Options include warming the key with warm water, applying a de-icing spray, or using a hair dryer on low heat. Avoid using boiling water to prevent damage. To prevent future freezing, consider installing a cover or shield over the lock to keep water and ice out. Remember to be patient and gentle during thawing to avoid damaging the lock or key. If all else fails, consult a professional locksmith.

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.

Yes, you should always change your locks after buying a house. Do so as soon as possible after you move in. Otherwise, you won’t know who has working keys to the property, whether they’re spare keys or otherwise. If an intruder gains access to your house with a key, it may not be covered under your homeowners insurance.

In some cases this is possible, but it’s not advisable as the screwdriver is likely to leave marks all over the wall and a noticeable dent on the door. Move slowly and carefully if you have to use this method, and consider calling an emergency locksmith right away instead of trying to break in.

Door locks should be changed roughly every seven years. The average lifespan of a door lock is seven to 10 years, so it’s best to err on the side of caution and change them early, especially if they are showing signs of wear and tear. Examples of deterioration include visible rust and difficulty opening or closing the door. Some locks can work safely beyond 10 years, but it depends on how often they are used and whether they are exposed to damaging environmental conditions like precipitation or extreme temperatures.

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