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SafeStreets - ADT Authorized Provider
4.8(
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Serving Johnson City, TX and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I called Alarm Protection Group AFTER my office was burglarized. Now I feel SAFE. William is great to work with. He's neat and tidy, prompt, presentable - not a butt-crack type of guy, and he doesn't leave a mess in his wake. He's also knowledgeable about the equipment and only uses high-quality products."
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8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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ADT
4.5(
864
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Serving Johnson City, TX and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1874

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Walter and Glen at Protect Your Home Group with ADT are the best people to talk to in terms of security alarm. Being a locksmith myself I know how important it is to deal with the right people. I referred a lot of customers to them and so far they are happy with their service. I myself got one for my house. Thank you for a consistent service and great deal."
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Home Security Essentials

+35

78 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Handyman’s Carpentry
5.0(
2
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Serving Johnson City, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

"Handyman Carpentry came through for me and my family! Our door was kicked in and I needed to feel safe immediately. Mr. Kevin came through with a fast response, and great work. He kept in contact throughout the entire time! Reasonable and fair pricing. This was an emergency for me and Mr. Kevin and his squad came through. We will definitely be calling on him again for more carpentry and home improvement jobs! Thank you and I pray nothing but growth and success for you and your business!!"
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Hammer and stone
New to Angi

Serving Johnson City, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Hello,\n\nI’m Andrew. I’ve been doing property care for about 10 years. I’ve worked in landscaping: irrigation, design and maintenance; carpentry: cabinetry, finish and trim carpentry; plumbing and general house maintenance. Looking forward to working with you to handle any household maintenance needs. Thank you!

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Carter's Locksmith
5.0(
8
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Serving Johnson City, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Carters locksmith responded quickly and professionally in my time of need! They did great work and I highly recommend their services to anyone who needs a locksmith! They became my calm in the storm!"
Response time6 hrs
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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Smith Thompson Home Security
4.9(
1,232
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Serving Johnson City, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 1978

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The Smith Thompson employee was very professional and kind. He did not engage in upselling, which we appreciate. He worked efficiently to get the DSC security system (installed by prior owner) up and running. The monthly service fee is very economical relative to other security companies. The system is now working fine. The technician advised us of the need to get an alarm permit from the City of Austin, which we appreciated. Cost was for transmitter ($89) plus a couple of months of service pre-paid."
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Wireless Door Sensor

+6

Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Dyezz Surveillance and Security Inc Locally Owned
4.7(
59
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Serving Johnson City, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Matt, Craig and the entire crew have just been awesome to work with. From the install of our company's security system to support after install, they are always super fast with their communication and you can tell they really care about their customers. I can't imagine that there's a better outfit in town for commercial security services."
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Locksmiths questions, answered by experts

Security experts recommend deadbolt locks as the most secure option for a house's exterior or entry doors. Deadbolts provide the best security because they can prevent most types of forced entry and are harder to lockpick. Common types include the standard single-cylinder deadbolt, which is often found on front doors. For enhanced security, you can opt for a double-cylinder deadbolt, which requires a key to operate from both the inside and the outside.

The easiest way to pick a lock is by using a titanium rake pick. This type of lock pick comes in a variety of shapes used to simulate different key configurations but generally has a tip with a bent design. Rake picks are the most beginner-friendly lockpicks and the simplest to learn how to use.

Rekeying your own locks is a low-cost task that prevents you from having to replace the locks themselves completely. The first couple of times you rekey a lock may be challenging because this is an intermediate DIY task. You can purchase a rekey kit from most hardware stores, but make sure you’re buying the kit from the brand of lock in your home that you’re going to rekey. 

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.

First thing first: Make sure you’re using the right key. If it’s the correct key for your lock, there are a few reasons why it may not be working, like the key is worn out or the lock is jammed. Try lubricating the lock and pushing the door closed to ensure the mechanisms work correctly. If you’re still locked out, call in for help.

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