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The Fort's Community Locksmith, LLC

4.86(
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The Fort's Community Locksmith, LLC

4.86(
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•Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Fort's Community Locksmith is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!

"Danny showed up on time and quickly fixed my problem. He was neet and careful in my home. "

Dale T on October 2025

Fort's Community Locksmith is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!

"Danny showed up on time and quickly fixed my problem. He was neet and careful in my home. "

Dale T on October 2025

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Guardian Protection

4.74(
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Guardian Protection

4.74(
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers

Protecting homes and businesses since 1950, Guardian Protection is one of the nation's largest and most highly regarded security companies. We provide smart technology, 24/7 professional monitoring, and peace of mind to hundreds of thousands of customers. Our products are installed by experts, monitored by real people, and truly make a difference. We do what we do because of one simple truth: life is better when it's safe.

"We hired Guardian to install our security system at our Washington, DC, business. The service and quality of the work was horrible. We had cameras and an alarm system installed; it was a relatively large system. They outsource most of the work to various vendors. They could not manage their vendors; what was supposed to take a week took two months. The sales rep did not return calls, and you could never get anyone in management on the phone. Random people would show up at unannounced times. The few things that an actual Guardian employee did were they made a huge mess of our newly remodeled office and were rude to our staff. We have offices in five markets across the US and have high security at each; we have never had such a poor experience."

William M on December 2024

Protecting homes and businesses since 1950, Guardian Protection is one of the nation's largest and most highly regarded security companies. We provide smart technology, 24/7 professional monitoring, and peace of mind to hundreds of thousands of customers. Our products are installed by experts, monitored by real people, and truly make a difference. We do what we do because of one simple truth: life is better when it's safe.

"We hired Guardian to install our security system at our Washington, DC, business. The service and quality of the work was horrible. We had cameras and an alarm system installed; it was a relatively large system. They outsource most of the work to various vendors. They could not manage their vendors; what was supposed to take a week took two months. The sales rep did not return calls, and you could never get anyone in management on the phone. Random people would show up at unannounced times. The few things that an actual Guardian employee did were they made a huge mess of our newly remodeled office and were rude to our staff. We have offices in five markets across the US and have high security at each; we have never had such a poor experience."

William M on December 2024

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Mel Yoder Home Improvement LLC

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Mel Yoder Home Improvement LLC

4.00(
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Customers say: Quality work
55 years of experience

DBA Mel Yoder's Painting & Roofing. Mel Yoder's Home Improvement has been serving the North Eastern Ohio area for over 40 years. We're family owned & operated, and we're in our second generation of management. We specialize in hail and wind damage claims and are able to walk you through your entire claim from start to finish.

DBA Mel Yoder's Painting & Roofing. Mel Yoder's Home Improvement has been serving the North Eastern Ohio area for over 40 years. We're family owned & operated, and we're in our second generation of management. We specialize in hail and wind damage claims and are able to walk you through your entire claim from start to finish.

WISHEKS

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WISHEKS

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Customers say: Terrific value

At WISHEKS we want you to be 100% satisfied with your purchase. Our sincere goal is to provide an enjoyable shopping experience that encourages you to shop with us for years to come. On the rare occasion you receive a product that you just don't like or that doesn't match your décor, our experienced Customer Service staff is just a phone call away and will guide you through our easy return policy. At WISHEKS we want you to get exactly what you want and with our world-class product selection you can be sure you'll find the product that is right for you.

At WISHEKS we want you to be 100% satisfied with your purchase. Our sincere goal is to provide an enjoyable shopping experience that encourages you to shop with us for years to come. On the rare occasion you receive a product that you just don't like or that doesn't match your décor, our experienced Customer Service staff is just a phone call away and will guide you through our easy return policy. At WISHEKS we want you to get exactly what you want and with our world-class product selection you can be sure you'll find the product that is right for you.

Tom's Lock & Key Shop Inc

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Tom's Lock & Key Shop Inc

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Tom's Lock & Key Shop, Inc. serving a five county area. Full service locksmith with 24 hour emergency service. Over 40 years in the business. Certified professional locksmith standing with Associated Locksmiths of America. Bonded through Locksmith Ledger and National Locksmith, et al. No job too small or too large. Friendly, enthusiastic and well trained office staff. Visa and Master Card accepted.

Tom's Lock & Key Shop, Inc. serving a five county area. Full service locksmith with 24 hour emergency service. Over 40 years in the business. Certified professional locksmith standing with Associated Locksmiths of America. Bonded through Locksmith Ledger and National Locksmith, et al. No job too small or too large. Friendly, enthusiastic and well trained office staff. Visa and Master Card accepted.

R & D Lock & Key

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R & D Lock & Key

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R & D Lock & Key is located in Lima, Ohio and provides a variety of locksmith services for Allen, Auglaize, Hardin, Putnam and Mercer Counties.

R & D Lock & Key is located in Lima, Ohio and provides a variety of locksmith services for Allen, Auglaize, Hardin, Putnam and Mercer Counties.

Locksmiths questions, answered by experts

The benefit of deadbolt locks is that they're much harder to force open than simple locks with pin tumbler mechanisms, so they may offer added security. This feature is why many locksmiths recommend deadbolts for home security. For many households, this added protection and peace of mind is well worth the cost of installing a deadbolt.

A deadbolt has a different design, construction, and security level than a regular lock. Regular locks are mostly used for interior doors around the home, like bedrooms and bathrooms, and they usually include a locking mechanism on the inside. While regular locks are easy to use and install, they provide little security. 

A deadbolt adds a layer of security and is most commonly used on exterior doors. The installation is typically more complicated, but they hold up to wear and tear.

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.

Using a combination of tools (often store-bought plumbing tools) and brute force, a burglar can easily snap the lock on a door. Snapping a lock aims to gain access to the cylinder inside, which holds the locking mechanism. Once the thief snaps the lock, they can pick the cylinder open and walk right in.

It could be difficult to get in and out of a lock for several reasons, such as the keyhole needing additional lubrication. Particles, debris, and dirt can also get into a lock, making a key stuck (the lubrication can help with the removal). 

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