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Raanan The Locksmith
4.9(
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Serving Sterling, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I could not be happier with my experience this past Saturday with Raanan the Locksmith (and his wife Hanna). My husband and I had just arrived at our hotel, and somehow managed to lock our car keys inside the car while unloading it in the hotel garage. We were preparing for a long evening searching for a locksmith that could commit to helping us the same day. I received several texts and phone calls in reference to our need to hire a locksmith but chose to hire Raanan after my initial conversation with his wife. She seemed genuinely interested in helping us with our dilemma. My phone calls and texts re-confirming that they were actually coming to unlock the car, were answered promptly and we were kept informed about their arrival time. Raanan and his wife were professional and very pleasant to work with. Our car was unlocked quickly, and we still had time to keep our dinner reservation. We highly recommend Raanan the Locksmith for anyone needing help unlocking their car!"
Keypad Installation
Response time2 days
Response rate100%
93 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Abstract, LLC
5.0(
35
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Serving Sterling, 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
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SafeStreets - ADT Authorized Provider
4.8(
320
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Serving Sterling, VA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"AWESOME buying experience and setup experience! I just bought a house and wanted to make sure I was protected. They even helped me find a fantastic locksmith who gave a me great deal. Can't recommend highly enough. He gave excellent advice and saved me money in the long run with their current promo. Look no further for the best security company!"
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7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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REO-SERVICEPRO, INC
5.0(
42
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Serving Sterling, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"REO ServicePro was great! Gary was friendly, responsive and helpful. He provided clear, descriptive quotes for various door options, and helped us to understand the real differences and implications between the options. He was understanding when we decided to purchase the materials ourselves (we wanted to use some gift cards/credit with a big box store). Michael performed the work, and was on time, friendly and efficient. He helped unload material (even though they did not source it), and did quality work. We are very happy with the work that REO ServicePro did, and with all our interactions with them. Good company!"
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+13

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Daniel & Sons Services
4.8(
36
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Serving Sterling, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I put in a request through Angi. They contacted me and sent some pictures. They provided an estimate to repair folding closet doors that were not staying up and on their track. The estimate wasn't cheap but since they had to go to Home Depot while on the job to get hardware I think it ended up a good deal for both of us. I would hire them again."
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7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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A & V Handyman, LLC
5.0(
15
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Serving Sterling, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Sam is very friendly and understanding, ensuring that every step in the process was done correctly, and even did things that he didn't have to do, but he did anyway. He really went the extra mile for me. He's been doing this for a while, so if you're looking for experience, this is your guy. Great technician, highly recommended."
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Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Locksmiths questions, answered by experts

One of the best tools for removing a stripped bolt is a handy pair of locking pliers. Locking pliers can usually grip onto screws with a broken, rounded, or stripped head and lock in place so that you can loosen even the most stubborn bolt that would otherwise remain hopelessly jammed.

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.

Yes, most pros encourage you to change your locks when you move into a new home. While the previous owner may hand you their keys, you have no way of knowing whether other copies exist elsewhere. Changing your locks as soon as you move in is a great way to ensure that you can enjoy new, fully functioning locks that will work with your unique key or code.

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.

It can affect security, especially if you don’t finish it properly. A Dutch door has more moving parts that can be compromised, so you’ll want to use solid hardware and make sure everything lines up and locks cleanly. If the latch is flimsy or the two halves don’t sit tight, it’s going to be easier to force open.

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