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DICK'S LOCK REPAIR

356 S MAIN ST
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DICK'S LOCK REPAIR

356 S MAIN ST
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Serving the greater Brattleboro area and surrounding towns for 50 years. Bonded and Insured Locksmith. Sales, Service, and Installing all Residential and Commercial Door Hardware. Safe Sales and Service

Serving the greater Brattleboro area and surrounding towns for 50 years. Bonded and Insured Locksmith. Sales, Service, and Installing all Residential and Commercial Door Hardware. Safe Sales and Service

Boones Locksmith Shop

62 S Main St
5.00(
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Boones Locksmith Shop

62 S Main St
5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We offer auto lockout services, home, commercial, educational, and government lock services. We are a small, family-owned business. We have been doing locksmith work since 1961, and in Randolph area since 1986. Currently we accept cash, check, or money order as payment.

We offer auto lockout services, home, commercial, educational, and government lock services. We are a small, family-owned business. We have been doing locksmith work since 1961, and in Randolph area since 1986. Currently we accept cash, check, or money order as payment.

CLAREMONT LOCK & KEY

17 School St
5.00(
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CLAREMONT LOCK & KEY

17 School St
5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We are the largest locksmith in Sullivan County, servicing the NH and VT area since 1975. We are available 24/7 to meet your needs. Call today When you do call, we will be there with the right tools and professional training to resolve your problems.

We are the largest locksmith in Sullivan County, servicing the NH and VT area since 1975. We are available 24/7 to meet your needs. Call today When you do call, we will be there with the right tools and professional training to resolve your problems.

WISHEKS

5322 W 79th St
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WISHEKS

5322 W 79th St
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Customers say: Terrific value

At WISHEKS we want you to be 100% satisfied with your purchase. Our sincere goal is to provide an enjoyable shopping experience that encourages you to shop with us for years to come. On the rare occasion you receive a product that you just don't like or that doesn't match your décor, our experienced Customer Service staff is just a phone call away and will guide you through our easy return policy. At WISHEKS we want you to get exactly what you want and with our world-class product selection you can be sure you'll find the product that is right for you.

At WISHEKS we want you to be 100% satisfied with your purchase. Our sincere goal is to provide an enjoyable shopping experience that encourages you to shop with us for years to come. On the rare occasion you receive a product that you just don't like or that doesn't match your décor, our experienced Customer Service staff is just a phone call away and will guide you through our easy return policy. At WISHEKS we want you to get exactly what you want and with our world-class product selection you can be sure you'll find the product that is right for you.

Locksmiths questions, answered by experts

First, maintain composure and avoid forcing it further. Inspect the key to see if enough material remains exposed for extraction. Use pliers or tweezers to grasp and gently pull out the broken piece if possible. Lubricate the keyhole with a graphite-based spray to aid removal. If self-removal proves challenging or risks damaging the lock, seek a professional locksmith's assistance. They possess the necessary tools and expertise to extract the key without causing damage.

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.

Yes, as long as it’s thick enough for the deadbolt. Most interior hollow core doors are at least 1 1/2-inches thick, which is usually the minimum requirement for a deadbolt. You’ll want to find the lock block first before installing. Also, most hollow doors require additional reinforcement for locks, such as a reinforcement plate or plywood block.

When you take a key to a hardware store or a locksmith for copying, you can expect the key-cutting process to take as little as 30 seconds. The key copier will review your current key to decide on the correct blank. Then, your original key and the blank are inserted into a key duplication machine to cut an exact key copy. When it’s all said and done, you can have a new key in your hand in just a couple of minutes.

Whether or not keyless door locks are safe and trustworthy depends on the visibility of the programming code—and a trespasser’s determination. Even if you carefully guard entry and programming codes, those trying to break in may be able to crack open the lock’s faceplate with a screwdriver and change the codes. The same goes for manual models.

Some find smart locks the safest option because it’s harder to manipulate codes without access to your phone. But it’s possible to get hacked even then. Consider installing an extended security system, like door and window alarms or surveillance cameras, to enhance security. 

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