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Rick's Lock & Key

4.70(
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Rick's Lock & Key

4.70(
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers

Additional phone numbers - (423) 892-9311, (706) 861-2829, (423) 775-6733, (706) 937-2112, (423) 449-0888. Additional DBAs - Brainerd Lock & Key, Fort Oglethorpe Lock & Key.

"They rekeyed at lock at my house in the basement. I do not use this door very much because the stairs are too steep. When I went to open the door the lock just spinned around. Since it had been two months I would have to pay $80 plus Mike save for them to fix what they didn’t fix to be gone with. Also when I pulled up to the van and met the repairman he had been smoking marijuana. I’m retired law enforcement."

Crystal N on October 2022

Additional phone numbers - (423) 892-9311, (706) 861-2829, (423) 775-6733, (706) 937-2112, (423) 449-0888. Additional DBAs - Brainerd Lock & Key, Fort Oglethorpe Lock & Key.

"They rekeyed at lock at my house in the basement. I do not use this door very much because the stairs are too steep. When I went to open the door the lock just spinned around. Since it had been two months I would have to pay $80 plus Mike save for them to fix what they didn’t fix to be gone with. Also when I pulled up to the van and met the repairman he had been smoking marijuana. I’m retired law enforcement."

Crystal N on October 2022

K & D Enterprise Corp.

5.00(
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K & D Enterprise Corp.

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Our Business is a locally owned and operated husband & wife team.We offer free estimates ,also will work by hourly rates plus materials.we even do the little jobs nobody else wants to.We offer a 1st time customer discount of 10% off the entire labor part of the bill.

Our Business is a locally owned and operated husband & wife team.We offer free estimates ,also will work by hourly rates plus materials.we even do the little jobs nobody else wants to.We offer a 1st time customer discount of 10% off the entire labor part of the bill.

WISHEKS

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WISHEKS

2.00(
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Customers say: Terrific value

At WISHEKS we want you to be 100% satisfied with your purchase. Our sincere goal is to provide an enjoyable shopping experience that encourages you to shop with us for years to come. On the rare occasion you receive a product that you just don't like or that doesn't match your décor, our experienced Customer Service staff is just a phone call away and will guide you through our easy return policy. At WISHEKS we want you to get exactly what you want and with our world-class product selection you can be sure you'll find the product that is right for you.

At WISHEKS we want you to be 100% satisfied with your purchase. Our sincere goal is to provide an enjoyable shopping experience that encourages you to shop with us for years to come. On the rare occasion you receive a product that you just don't like or that doesn't match your décor, our experienced Customer Service staff is just a phone call away and will guide you through our easy return policy. At WISHEKS we want you to get exactly what you want and with our world-class product selection you can be sure you'll find the product that is right for you.

Ace Lock and Key

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Ace Lock and Key

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65 years of experience

Family owned and operated, Ace Lock and Key has been doing business in the Chattanooga, Tennessee, tri-state area for over 50 years. We are the area's oldest operating locksmith.

Family owned and operated, Ace Lock and Key has been doing business in the Chattanooga, Tennessee, tri-state area for over 50 years. We are the area's oldest operating locksmith.

Chattanooga Locksmiths

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Chattanooga Locksmiths

1.00(
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16 years of experience

Chattanooga Locksmiths employs local, hard working locksmiths that have been professionally trained to handle any lock or key job. Customer satisfaction and a job well done are our objectives.

"Called...They were going to contact their person...Never heard anything...Nothing....This was the 3rd "supposed" 24 hour service we contacted....Nobody showed up."

Lisa C on June 2019

Chattanooga Locksmiths employs local, hard working locksmiths that have been professionally trained to handle any lock or key job. Customer satisfaction and a job well done are our objectives.

"Called...They were going to contact their person...Never heard anything...Nothing....This was the 3rd "supposed" 24 hour service we contacted....Nobody showed up."

Lisa C on June 2019

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Stars and Stripes Automotive Locksmith

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Stars and Stripes Automotive Locksmith

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1 years of experience

Stars and Stripes Automotive Locksmith (Licensed & Insured) My services offered are •Key cutting •Key Programming •All keys lost •Damage free Lockouts •Lock Picking •Add a Key •Re-key •residential and more! I service ALL of South East Tennessee and surrounding areas!

Stars and Stripes Automotive Locksmith (Licensed & Insured) My services offered are •Key cutting •Key Programming •All keys lost •Damage free Lockouts •Lock Picking •Add a Key •Re-key •residential and more! I service ALL of South East Tennessee and surrounding areas!

Locksmiths questions, answered by experts

Standard residential deadbolt locks come with a steel bolt that locks your door into place using a key (or keypad) on one side and a thumb turn on the other. When you lock it, the bolt slides into a strike plate on your door jamb to secure your door shut.

Rekeying should be done when employees leave or keys are lost, while replacement may be necessary for outdated or damaged locks.

Keyless locks are often considered safer since they’re protected by passcodes instead of a physical key, making it harder to be picked. However, they are not infallible. And like all electronic devices, outdated models are more prone to problems and safety concerns. If you’ve experienced multiple lockouts in the past year, or your lock is responding slower than usual after you key in the passcode, it might be time to upgrade to a newer one. Even if your lock is working fine, you should still change your access code at least twice a year.

A deadbolt has a different design, construction, and security level than a regular lock. Regular locks are mostly used for interior doors around the home, like bedrooms and bathrooms, and they usually include a locking mechanism on the inside. While regular locks are easy to use and install, they provide little security. 

A deadbolt adds a layer of security and is most commonly used on exterior doors. The installation is typically more complicated, but they hold up to wear and tear.

It could be difficult to get in and out of a lock for several reasons, such as the keyhole needing additional lubrication. Particles, debris, and dirt can also get into a lock, making a key stuck (the lubrication can help with the removal). 

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