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Avatar for Agape Reliable Locksmithing
Agape Reliable Locksmithing
4.9(
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LocksmithLocksmith - AutoLocksmith - For Business

Serving Houston, 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 by84%of homeowners
Avatar for Zack & Co. Lock and Key LLC
Zack & Co. Lock and Key LLC
4.6(
16
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LocksmithLocksmith - AutoLocksmith - For Business

Serving Houston, 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."
Avatar for TrokStar Construction LLC
TrokStar Construction LLC
5.0(
27
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Hardware, Latches & Tracks (Door) - Repair or Replace

Serving Houston, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Joe did an excellent job from start to finish. He communicated really well on the progress and what next steps were. He has Great craftsmanship. His experience shows and you can tell he does things the right way. Can’t recommend him enough and would hire again."
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Castle Shannon Kitchen and Bathrooms
Carrick Bathroom Flip
Kitchens and Bathrooms
Flooring and Carpentry

+150

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for SafeStreets - ADT Authorized Provider
SafeStreets - ADT Authorized Provider
4.8(
320
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Security Safe - Install

Serving Houston, PA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"SafeStreets provided an outstanding experience from start to finish. The installation was quick, and the technician explained everything clearly. The system works perfectly, and the home automation features are a huge bonus. Highly recommend SafeStreets!"
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6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Avatar for Ace Handyman Services South Pittsburgh
Ace Handyman Services South Pittsburgh
4.5(
357
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Hardware, Latches & Tracks (Door) - Repair or Replace

Serving Houston, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"Early in 2020 we decided to get our house ready to put on the market and needed people to do electrical work, fine carpentry, flooring. We looked on Angie’s List and found Ace Handyman of South Hills. They sent a craftsman the next day to look over the work we needed to have done. His professionalism and directness prompted us to ask to have someone assigned to come for several full days. We explained our wish to get the work done promptly, and the very helpful lady who handled scheduling did her best to support us. We had help from several craftsmen with special skills, all of them very attentive to our wishes and very efficient. We especially appreciated the way they explained things to us. They helped put our house in the shape we wanted, and it sold very promptly. In all, this was a happy association, and we would engage Handyman again if we still lived in Pittsburgh."
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+52

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by90%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 Houston, 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.

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by36%of homeowners
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TEDWEN Remakes
5.0(
7
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Hardware, Latches & Tracks (Door) - Repair or Replace

Serving Houston, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

We offer a wide range of services - if you have an IDEA let's come up with a SOLUTION! \nWall to wall and fence to fence really describes what I have done or can do. From framing to changing wall plates!\nIt never hurts to ask!

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Painting
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+8

Response time20 mins
Response rate90%
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Locksmiths questions, answered by experts

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.

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. 

Deadbolts are solid and durable as can be, but the pin and tumbler can still be forced open, thus making this type of lock susceptible to picking. Most types of deadbolts are harder to pick than a traditional spring-based lock, though. It requires a specialized lock pick and a tension wrench to align all of the pins, thus unlocking the door. 

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.

The good news is that, yes, you can change locks yourself. Many people find it’s an easy DIY project that requires few tools and not much expense (depending on which lock you’re installing). If you have trouble with any part of an installation, you can always call a locksmith to help finish installing them.

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