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Located in a central area in Pittsburgh - Squirrel Hill, we cover an extended areas surrounding the city including: Cranberry twp, Bethel Park, Murrysville, Moon Twp and more! Need a key made for your vehicle? Got locked out and need an emergency service? We're here for you!

Located in a central area in Pittsburgh - Squirrel Hill, we cover an extended areas surrounding the city including: Cranberry twp, Bethel Park, Murrysville, Moon Twp and more! Need a key made for your vehicle? Got locked out and need an emergency service? We're here for you!


Oakwood PA Locksmith Store are a full service Locksmith Company, Who proudly provides Residential Commercial and Automotive and Emergency Service 24 hours in Oakwood, PA.


We are a Local Locksmith Company that provides locksmith service in Oakland, PA. We offer our Locksmith service 24 hours a day and 7 days a week to those in need of our assistance.


At Perry North PA Locksmith Store our promise to you and this great community is a great Locksmith Service in Perry North, PA. We offer Locksmith Service at any time 24 hours.


Marshall Shadeland PA Locksmith provides a range of Locks and keys solutions for your Home, Business or vehicle at fair prices. Marshall Shadeland, PA Locksmith Service.


We are a Local Locksmith Company that provides locksmith service in Regent Square, PA. We offer our Locksmith service 24 hours a day and 7 days a week to those in need of our assistance.


At Polish Hill PA Locksmith Store our promise to you and this great community is a great Locksmith Service in Polish Hill, PA. We offer Locksmith Service at any time 24 hours.



At Herrs Island PA Locksmith Store our promise to you and this great community is a great Locksmith Service in Herrs Island, PA. We offer Locksmith Service at any time 24 hours.


Duquesne Heights PA Locksmith Store provides a range of Locks and keys solutions for your Home, Business or vehicle at fair prices. Duquesne Heights, PA Locksmith Service.

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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.

Lock bumping is a technique locksmiths use to quickly and quietly open a pin tumbler lock, typically found in most types of deadbolts. It involves inserting a specially crafted key, or bump key, into the lock and tapping or "bumping" it with a mallet or similar tool. The force applied causes the lock's pins to jump momentarily, allowing the lock to be turned and opened. Unfortunately, thieves also use this technique to break into homes. Luckily, products like a deadbolt strap will fortify your lock.

Various types of deadbolts are available, from the classic single-cylinder lock to a double-cylinder, rim deadbolt, smart deadbolt, and electronic deadbolt lock. Most homes in the U.S. use a single-cylinder deadbolt lock, which requires a key on the exterior and only a thumb turn on the interior to open or close the lock. 

Rekeying a lock is less expensive than replacing the whole unit. The cost to rekey is about $50 to $100 when you hire a pro or as little as $10 if you DIY. The cost to change a lock is $130 to $500, depending on the hardware you select.

Locksmiths recommend changing your locks once every seven years for the best security at your home. Locks can wear out over time, so you should inspect your locks regularly. A higher grade lock provides you with more cycles than those with a lower grade.

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