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Agape Reliable Locksmithing
4.9(
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LocksmithLocksmith - AutoLocksmith - For Business

Serving California, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"John did a great job making keys for existing lovjs and changing those that were needed. He was professional in every respect and informed me of everything he needed to do. The cost was very reasonable. I would highly recommend Agape Reliable Locksmithing."
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Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Zack & Co. Lock and Key LLC
4.6(
16
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LocksmithLocksmith - For Business

Serving California, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"The pro was awesome and had a very rapid response time. He arrived at the time he responded at the time he said. He was prompt with his work, demonstrated how the work operated . I highly recommend him for all locksmith work you may need done. I know he will be our go to guy for any locksmith work. I give a 5 star rating."
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SafeStreets - ADT Authorized Provider
4.8(
320
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Security Safe - Install

Serving California, PA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dave Smith was AWESOME! Very knowledgeable and patient. We added new items to our order at the 12th hour and he came back twice to make sure that everything was completed as we desired. We also had Alarm Protection Group secure our office. Dave Smith and Co. make the process very easy-Highly recommended."
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5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Ace Handyman Services South Pittsburgh
4.5(
357
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Hardware, Latches & Tracks (Door) - Repair or Replace

Serving California, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"Ace Handyman Services was extremely professional, organized and responsive. I couldn’t get any other company to even call me back let along send me a very professional estimate with detailed information and answer all of my questions. I would highly recommend this company."
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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ADT
4.5(
886
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Security Safe - Install

Serving California, PA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1874

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Our dealings with Protect Your Home/ADT were delightful. We received a call back very fast after requesting a quote through Angie's List. We were able to complete everything on the phone; there was no paperwork or downtime. I had to call Customer Service with a question about the keypad, and they ended up telling me other helpful details on top of my original question."
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+35

38 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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H&S Projects, LLC
5.0(
11
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Hardware, Latches & Tracks (Door) - Repair or Replace

Serving California, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Credit card accepted

Customers say: True professional

Local Handyman focused on customer service. We offer the Services that include basic plumbing and electrical services, Shelf and Cabinet installation, Caulking and grout, Drywall repairs, Window and door repairs and installation, Pressure washing, and more.

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by36%of homeowners
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Frontpoint
4.7(
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Security Safe - Install

Serving California, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I really don't like that much, but it's okay. I just think that the contract is too long for what they offer. All of their equipment is falling off the wall, it's like you install it yourself. Then I get an alarm on the garage door that says it is closed. It was open and had a delay on it. It's like sometimes they have to return to make sure that it closed because they figure the garage door was left open, but I did close it before I left. Several minutes later they come back saying it was closed. and then I got a message saying my garage door was left open."
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Locksmiths questions, answered by experts

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.

When it comes to how to get a stuck key out of a lock, the simplest way is to use some kind of lubricating substance. One option is to apply graphite powder while wiggling the key gently. As the graphite fills the lock, jiggling should loosen the key enough to allow you to pull it out.

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.

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.

If you don’t have your original key, the easiest way to obtain a copy is to call a locksmith. For house keys, your locksmith has several options for configuring a new key: 

  • They can input a lock’s identification code into a database to obtain key-cutting instructions.

  • They could analyze the lock cylinder to determine how to cut a new key.

  • They can create an impression of the lock cylinder from which to cut a new key. 

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