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Optimal Lock Solutions USA
5.0(
20
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Serving Cary, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I had lost my car key and needed a new one. He was able to unlock my car door and there were the keys!!! Just in case, he made me a new spare. The work was done quickly out of his locksmith shop van. It was quick, professional and friendly. Great service in a timely fashion!"
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Apex Lock and Key Locksmith
5.0(
250
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Serving Cary, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Apex Lock and Key responded to our request for service almost instantaneously and sent a locksmith to our home immediately. The locksmith was thorough, courteous and professional. However, we purchased five key copies to our home but some keys do not work well in some locks and one key was bent."
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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MARSHALL'S LOCKSMITH SERVICE INC
4.9(
66
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Serving Cary, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1973

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Marshall's was professional from start to finish.  We had requests for quote from 2 other locksmith services - 1 never did return the call and 1 that acted like they were doing us a favor. <br /> I would use Marshall's again and we will recommend Marshalls to our friends. <br />"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Don Hill's Lock and Safe
4.9(
68
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Serving Cary, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1964

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They have a great variety of accessories. they have everything including anitques. They always make the perfect copy. they always work, even the computerized chip keys for cars. They always remeber the service they have provided to customers even upto a year ago."
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Busses Lock Service
4.9(
34
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Serving Cary, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1983

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I took my GMC Yukon XL to three places to have my ignition lock cylinder repaired. An Independent shop (advised they could not repair) but damaged it, GMC dealer cost was outrageous and another Locksmith advised there was no problem.Contacted Busses and spoke with Rick, he advised that he could not give a definite quote as they needed to look at it but he gave me a range. Took vehicle in and in less than 5 minutes ignition was working. Busses offered to redo the lock cylinder or I could leave it as is. Given that independent shop had damaged it I agreed to have it replaced. When I picked my vehicle up the next day, I wanted to hug the staff. My ignition works like it should and the issued caused by the independent shop was resolved as well. <br /> <br /> <strong>Issue caused by independent shop that Busses fixed</strong>: <br /> Vehicle would bing when door was opened indicating key was in ignition even though key was not. This was not only annoying but it prevented me from locking the vehicle doors. This issue was and quot;protectingand quot; me from locking my key inside even though I had the key in my hand. <br /> <br /> Thanks again Busses! <br />"
Recommended by97%of homeowners
ACCESS LOCK & KEY
5.0(
10
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Serving Cary, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I called John on a Sunday and got an immediate response. We discussed the fact this was a college apartment and didn't want to damage the lock/door. He felt 90% confident he'd be able to get us in without having to drill. He was able to come over within 15 minutes and, true to his word, he had us in 5 minutes after that. John is a highly competent locksmith and the first number I will call for locksmith services in the Raleigh area."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Circle City Lock & Key Locksmith
5.0(
120
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Serving Cary, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent lockout service call. Exceeded my expectations by arriving at the time stated and the price was same dollar amount the locksmith quoted me on the telephone. I now know who to call every occasion I need a locksmith."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for locksmith service projects in Cary, NC

The installation timeframe varies based on door preparation and lock complexity. For doors already prepared with appropriate holes, installation might take 15 to 30 minutes. New installations requiring drilling take one to two hours. First-time DIY installers should allocate additional time to ensure proper alignment and function. Professional locksmiths complete standard installations efficiently due to their specialized tools and experience.

Most residential doors can accommodate deadbolts, but certain door types present challenges. Solid wood and fiberglass doors accept standard deadbolt hardware, while metal doors require specialized drilling equipment. Hollow-core interior doors lack the structural integrity to properly support deadbolts without additional reinforcement. Doors should be at least 1⅜ inches thick to properly house standard deadbolt mechanisms.

Door warranties remain valid when deadbolts are installed according to the manufacturer's guidelines. However, improper installation that damages the door structure might affect warranty coverage. 

Before modifying any door under warranty, review the documentation for specific limitations or requirements regarding hardware installation. Some manufacturers provide templates or guidelines for acceptable lock placement to maintain warranty protection.

Rekeying offers a more economical alternative to complete replacement when you need to change access, but the lock mechanism remains in good condition. This process involves reconfiguring the internal pins to work with a new key while retaining the existing hardware. For homeowners with multiple locks, rekeying provides the convenience of using a single key for all entry points while maintaining security.