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ADT
4.5(
859
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Security Safe - Install

Serving Southmayd, TX and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1874

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"ADT is the best company 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."
Home Security Essentials
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Home Security Essentials

+35

87 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Frank's Handyman LLC
4.1(
35
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Hardware, Latches & Tracks (Door) - Repair or Replace

Serving Southmayd, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Frank's Handyman is a full service company with over 20 years of experience in all aspects of home repair and remodeling. Whether you need a hole patched in your wall, a drain cleared or a new addition to your home, you can rest assured we will get the job done right. Honesty, integrity, and the desire to provide complete customer satisfaction on every job is what drives us and has allowed our company to grow into what it is today.

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Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Home Service
4.1(
43
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LocksmithLocksmith - For Business

Serving Southmayd, TX and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I do not typically write reviews but Locksmith downtown was excellent! They were incredibly responsive and solved my issue very quickly. They were very nice and professional and I would recommend their services to anyone!"
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Recommended by8%of homeowners
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ADI Locksmith & Doors Inc.
4.4(
165
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Hardware, Latches & Tracks (Door) - Repair or ReplaceLocksmithLocksmith - Auto+1 more

Serving Southmayd, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"The replacement went fine. The work was professional and at the agreed time. I was pleased with that. My only issue was with the charges. I had found the mechanism online priced at $108 (with $13 shipping). It would have arrived after my desired time frame, so I expected the locksmith would have a local resource from which to purchase at a wholesale price in a more timely manner. I expected that price to be about $60; certainly less than $100. However, I was told the locksmith paid $179! This didn't seem reasonable. Also, I did not receive an itemized receipt, only a total. After expecting to pay perhaps $150, I was actually charged almost TWICE that. So although I was happy with the work, I was certainly not happy with the price."
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+3

Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Giddy Up Locksmith
4.1(
46
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LocksmithLocksmith - AutoLocksmith - For Business+1 more

Serving Southmayd, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Needed to quickly change the locks.Called at 830am on Saturday after trying several other locksmiths who did not answer. Got through in a couple of rings and a locksmith was out on site within 20min and was done within an hour after I called.  These days I almost expect bad service, but these guys were fantastic! HIghly recommend.

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Recommended by78%of homeowners
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Smith Thompson Home Security
4.9(
1,232
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Security Safe - Install

Serving Southmayd, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 1978

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We have used Smith Thompson for around 4 years now. Every aspect of the process from installation to monitoring has been great, and their prices are very reasonable. I would highly recommend Smith Thompson!"
LCD Keypad
LCD Keypad in Open Position
Uplink Cellular Transmitter
Wireless Keyfob Remote
Wireless Door Sensor

+6

Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Affordable Fixers
4.7(
239
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Hardware, Latches & Tracks (Door) - Repair or Replace

Serving Southmayd, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

"We have had Jesse and Tom work on several projects we needed repaired on our house over the last year. They are always fast, professional, friendly, very knowledgeable, and do an excellent job!! Highly recommend them, and we will definitely use them again!"
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Ceder fence

+11

Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Locksmiths questions, answered by experts

When it comes to how to get a stuck key out of a lock, the simplest way is to use some kind of lubricating substance. One option is to apply graphite powder while wiggling the key gently. As the graphite fills the lock, jiggling should loosen the key enough to allow you to pull it out.

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.

Regrettably, entirely pick-proof locks don't exist unless you opt for keyless varieties. Locks advertised as "pick-proof" are, in reality, more resilient against lock-picking and bumping attempts because of complex mechanisms consisting of pins and sidebars. These locks work like this—they assign two tasks to the key, enhancing security by making unauthorized entry more challenging.

If part of the key is protruding out of the lock, you can use a pair of needle-nosed pliers or tweezers to gently turn the key in the lock to open the door. If the key is fully inserted into the lock, you may also be able to use a key extractor to help turn the key into the unlocked position. 

But if the key breaks off halfway into the lock or you simply can’t reach it to help engage the unlocking mechanisms, you should probably call a professional.

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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