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AJ Locksmith
4.9(
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Locksmith

Serving Garland, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had an experience with few other locksmith companies in the past, and it was not so great at all. Needless to say, Joey Is the most professional and courteous by far. He arrived right on time, and changed quickly and efficiently our home locks. I will recommend Joey to anyone who I know needing a reliable locksmith service."
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+9

Response time2 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Jopat General Contracting
5.0(
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Hardware, Latches & Tracks (Door) - Repair or Replace

Serving Garland, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent Service from Start to Finish! Great customer service! I received a quote quickly and was able to schedule a same-day installation. The technician arrived on time and did an outstanding job installing the entertainment cabinet. I was so impressed with the quality of his work and professionalism that I also had him install a Ring floodlight camera. Highly recommend their services!"
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Response time2 days
Recommended by73%of homeowners
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Locksmiths questions, answered by experts

Rekeying should be done when employees leave or keys are lost, while replacement may be necessary for outdated or damaged locks.

It is best to use a dry lubricant, such as a Teflon-based option, for door locks. Unlike popular oil-based lubricants, dry lubricants leave a non-stick, water-repellent coating that does not attract dust, dirt, and other debris. Using an oil-based lubricant can cause these particles to build up inside the lock, making it difficult to operate or even damaging the internal mechanism. You can find dry lubricants, some of which are made specifically for locks, at most hardware stores.

If your door handle turns without opening, the most likely culprit is a loose or stripped spindle. This part connects the handles to the latch mechanism, and when it’s not properly engaged, turning the handle does nothing. Other issues might include a broken latch, loose screws, or even something small blocking an inner mechanism. In any case, it’s usually a matter of tightening, adjusting, or replacing a worn-out part inside the handle assembly—or calling in a professional to do it for you.

Most door knobs can be removed with a Phillips or flathead screwdriver. If you don’t have either of those available, a paper clip or small pin can sometimes work, but the extra effort may not be worth a quick trip to the hardware store.

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. 

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