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Florida Keys Locksmith
4.9(
150
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Serving Clearwater, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1988

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I was contacted promptly by the owner of the service and we qickly scheduled an appointment. He arrived on time, proved very knowledgeable and did a prompt and effecient installation."
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Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
A Better Choice Locksmith & Security
4.9(
165
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Serving Clearwater, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Going thru a scary divorce needed all locks changed and keys for myself and 3 kids. Also needed garage code changed. I am a custodian at minimum wage but safety was my priority. I now feel safer and we have our new set of keys. Fees were more than reasonable and I appreciated his work ethic and he is easy to talk to. I was a nervous wreck and he assured me this was a good step to take. Thank you so much. Highest rating. Amanda "
Response time3 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for Amerikey Locksmith, LLC
Amerikey Locksmith, LLC
4.6(
19
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Serving Clearwater, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Inadvertently locked myself out of my home. on a hot Saturday afternoon. Paul was timely, efficient, professional and the price was reasonable. I highly recommend. Thanks again Paul!"
Response time4 hrs
Response rate91%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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INTEGRITY KEY LOCK AND SAFE LLC
5.0(
515
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Serving Clearwater, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This was a very positive experience. Gary answered the phone himself and came very soon after I called even though it was after "normal" working hours. He was knowledgeable and professional, replaced the lock quickly and the price was fair. Highly recommend."
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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FAQs for locksmith service projects in Clearwater, FL

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.