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Avatar for Sure-Fit Security
Sure-Fit Security
4.5(
45
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LocksmithLocksmith - AutoLocksmith - For Business

Serving Herndon, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1962

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"The serviceman called ahead of his arrival, allowing me to prepare for him. When I explained what was required, he explained his solutions, answering all my questions. He completed all the tasks I asked for in a reasonable time frame. I was surprised when he told me that because of the make of lock in the doorknob, simply making a replacement key was not possible--I would need the lock replaced. I relied on his judgement in this matter, telling him to proceed. He had a replacement in his tool box, removed the previous unit and inserted the new lock in an efficient manner. While the price he quoted was higher than I expected, it was not unreasonable. He was professional, skilled and courteous. I would recommend him to other customers."
Electronic Access Control
Residential Locks
Residential Locks
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Response time3 days
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Avatar for Kwik & EZ Lock & Key
Kwik & EZ Lock & Key
4.7(
31
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Locksmith - AutoLocksmithLocksmith - For Business

Serving Herndon, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Nice kid. Not sure that he’s a true locksmith but he is learning!! He left all of his mess from drilling holes in my door. That’s why I called him a nice kid. The work seems to be fine but he showed up in a random unmarked car, didn’t appear neat or professional. I think he will figure it out. He has the skills."
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Response time6 hrs
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by20%of homeowners
Avatar for AccessPro, LLC
AccessPro, LLC
5.0(
10
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LocksmithLocksmith - AutoLocksmith - For Business

Serving Herndon, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great customer service was willing to do extra work within the time given and was able to get my two keys done and helped get my car running again I’m thankful for this young man’s service and will continue to use for further locksmith problems or needs!!"
Response time8 hrs
Response rate92%
Avatar for Abstract, LLC
Abstract, LLC
5.0(
35
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Security Safe - Install

Serving Herndon, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"One of the most efficient, professional and no nonsense expert I have hired in Northern VA. Pricing fair and honest, work timely and complete. Outstanding. I will hire him again, you should to."
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Response time7 hrs
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Avatar for SafeStreets - ADT Authorized Provider
SafeStreets - ADT Authorized Provider
4.8(
320
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Security Safe - Install

Serving Herndon, VA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I would like to recognize employee Doug A at SafeStreet/ADT. We’ve had an old security system sitting in our house for over 15 years without service or functionality. He took the time to explain the differences between how the old systems work and how the new systems work. He was patient with us, and we are happy customers."
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9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Home Remedies Handyman Services LLC
4.9(
38
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Hardware, Latches & Tracks (Door) - Repair or Replace

Serving Herndon, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We have been using Mike & Home Remedies as our contractor/handyman for close to ten years. Time and again Mike has been the consummate professional and his works shows. The quality is tremendous and Mike (quite rightly) takes pride in his craft. We have had Mike do several large projects in our home and he just completed redoing our basement bathroom as we are having an elderly family member move in. We will continue to call on him for all and every future work. We cannot recommend him strongly enough."
Response time7 hrs
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Locksmiths questions, answered by experts

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.

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. 

Expect to pay between $50 to $200 if you hire a locksmith to change your locks. That figure includes labor and the cost of basic hardware. The cost will naturally be higher if you plan to install more expensive locks, like smart locks, and if you need a lot of them.

Homeowners can save money by replacing locks themselves. A typical rekeying kit costs about $10 to $25. The only additional cost is purchasing new house keys, and those are no more than a few dollars per key. If you want to replace the locks on your own completely, the main cost is the price of the locks themselves. A standard knob-style lock starts around $25, while electronic locks and smart locks will run in the hundreds of dollars. The only additional tools you should need are a tape measure, screwdriver, and screws if they are not already provided.

Thieves can open almost anything with enough time and the right tools, but they also prefer easy targets that are unlikely to get them caught. Forcing open gates is loud and difficult, and to be able to open one electronically requires extensive knowledge of the system, which most thieves don't have. Electric and other security gates are great deterrents because the thief will move to an easier target. If the thief is determined to enter your property, they will most likely find a different entrance point.

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.

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