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ADT
4.5(
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Security Safe - Install

Serving The Dalles, OR 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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79 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Craftsman Dynamic
5.0(
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Hardware, Latches & Tracks (Door) - Repair or Replace

Serving The Dalles, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Craftsman Dynamic is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 12 years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!\n\n\n

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Response rate92%
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Choice Home Warranty
4.0(
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Hardware, Latches & Tracks (Door) - Repair or ReplaceLocksmithLocksmith - Auto+1 more

Serving The Dalles, OR and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Choice responded quickly but the insurance plan does not pay for all doors to be re-keyed unless you have very few locks. The number of locks covered by the insurance is determined by keyholes, not doors! (Read your policy!) You will likely have to shell out some money to have this essential new-home service if you have more than four keyholes. The locksmith they called was EXCELLENT and made all our locks completely functional. We will happily hire the locksmith again (R.L Locksmith LLC). We paid $201.81 (plus another $50 for some door re-alignment not included in the re-keying benefit) and Choice paid $100 for the job."
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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DaBella - Portland
4.4(
1,131
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Hardware, Latches & Tracks (Door) - Repair or Replace

Serving The Dalles, OR and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"saw the TV commercial on a Friday and called. They had someone come out on Monday night so my hubby could be here. We went over what we wanted and everything worked out great . thank you so much Alison Gilham for working your magic and helping me get my soaking tub, mommies needs a relaxing spot. Now i just need locks on the doors"
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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.

Many local hardware stores have the equipment to copy basic keys at a low cost. Some locations may have freestanding machines where you can pick out a blank and insert it and your original key into the duplicating machine.

Newer, electric-powered door locks generally have a life span of five years or less. That’s thanks, in large part, to a phenomenon called planned obsolescence, in which products are programmed to need replacing after a certain amount of time. That’s also why older, manual, push-key locksets can last up to 30 years with regular cleanings and maintenance. When it does come time for a new set-up, know that the cost to change locks ranges from $130 to $500 on average.

Yes, you should change the locks as soon as you can after completing the purchase of a house. This is a matter of privacy and security, as you have no idea how many copies of the keys the previous owner made. You can change the locks yourself or hire a pro to replace or rekey the lock, which costs $50 to $100.

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.

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