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A1 Lock & Safe of North Carolina
5.0(
73
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Serving Cary, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1984

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I had an almost 50 year old toolbox that the key had been lost for that I wanted to get opened. I had already had one locksmith tell me that he could not do it because he did not have the correct blanks to re-key it. I called A1 Lock and Safe and the receptionist told me to text pictures of the lock to Ricky. He told me that he wasn't sure he could re-key it, but if I just wanted it opened to come by the store. He also said that perhaps later they could make a key. I set up a time later that day to drop by. When I dropped by, I was greeted immediately by a worker who had been told by Ricky what I wanted done. This in and of itself was great, because I didn't have to re-explain the whole issue to a second person. We walked out to my car where the toolbox was, and the worker was able to open it in under 5 seconds! That was great too! Then we discussed next steps. I told him that ideally I would like to be able to lock and unlock the toolbox somehow myself. The worker brought the extremely heavy toolbox inside, and looked to see if they had any blanks that matched. They didn't, but he said they could make me a new lock with new keys. That sounded like a good plan to me. He, another worker and Ricky consulted on how best to make the new lock fit into the old toolbox. They said they could do it while I waited, and quoted me a very reasonable price. The work took under an hour to do, and involved metal grinding and cutting to get it right. In the end, the lock and toolbox look great, and I have a nice set of new keys to open the toolbox. Everyone was extremely pleasant to talk to, and they looked like they truly enjoyed doing their jobs, and this job in particular. It was a great experience."
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Recommended by98%of homeowners
Goings Safe and Lock, LLC
5.0(
14
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Serving Cary, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent service and responsiveness from start to finish. Couldn't ask for a more professional experience. I would not hesitate to recommend Goings Safe and Lock for any locksmith work - 110% positive interaction. Arrived right on time, explained what he would be doing before starting, explained anticipated charges after reviewing the needed work, and cut the new keys before leaving."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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TNT Locksmith LLC
5.0(
4
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Serving Cary, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"TNT Locksmith was on time and was very reliable. They kept their work area very neat. Pricing was also very reasonable. I highly recommend!"
Response time2 hrs
Response rate85%
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.