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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.

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The most secure lock for a front door is typically a deadbolt. There are many types of deadbolts to choose from, the most basic of which is the standard single-cylinder deadbolt. This is the lock you find installed on most front doors. For added security, you could go with a double-cylinder deadbolt, which requires a key to operate the lock from both the outside and the inside. 

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.

There are many times when you should change your locks. When moving into a new house, ensure you know the whereabouts of all working keys. You should also change locks after a home break-in, losing your keys, or if you suspect your keys have been stolen. Always change your locks when they break or become unreliable.

Keyless locks are great for convenience, letting you unlock doors with a code or your phone so you don't need to carry keys around. They also often come with helpful features like temporary codes for guests. On the downside, they can be more costly up front and do require batteries that will eventually need replacing. If you value ease of use and additional security features, keyless locks are worth the investment.

There’s no set time limit for when you should replace your locks, but there are several indicators that it’s time to swap them. If you’re moving into a new home or have a roommate moving out, it’s smart to change the locks. If you experience a break-in or other crime, you should change it then too, or if you ever lose your keys. Eventually, locks can wear out, so it’s ideal to replace them after several years of use or one of these circumstances occurs.

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