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24-7 Available Locksmith, LLC
4.6(
14
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Serving Cleveland, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I have used him multiple times. He is always on time and gives a really competitive price."
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Response time11 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Akrolock & Key
5.0(
5
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Serving Cleveland, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

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Home Service
4.2(
37
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Serving Cleveland, OH and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I do not typically write reviews but Locksmith downtown was excellent! They were incredibly responsive and solved my issue very quickly. They were very nice and professional and I would recommend their services to anyone!"
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Recommended by10%of homeowners
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24-7 Affordable Locksmith, Inc.
4.3(
15
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Serving Cleveland, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Alexander was very considerate about setting a time for the locksmith service and calling me regarding delays because of the horrible weather and road conditions that day. He carried all necessary parts in his truck. He was very efficient in getting the job done. I was very happy."
Response time10 mins
Response rate100%
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Fast Response Locksmith
4.4(
21
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Serving Cleveland, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"I called Fast Response late in the afternoon, and the technician came within the hour, after 6:00 pm. He fixed the locks in the front door until new ones could be secured. He promptly followed up with me to schedule an appointment to install new locks, and did a great job with the installation for a very reasonable price, much less than the advertised prices of other locksmiths. He even tightened the hinge on my door! I am going to have him back to replace locks on back door."
Response time2 hrs
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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All County Locksmithing
5.0(
12
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Serving Cleveland, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Stanley was a great person to work with.  He was prompt and worked hard to get all of our locks on the same key and in working order.  We bought an older home and the previous owner had a different key for each door, he was able to put all doors on the same key and special ordered a cylinder for one of the locks as it was giving us trouble and an original lock dating over 70 years.  We appreciated all of his work and recommend him to anyone looking for a locksmith."
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FAQs for locksmith service projects in Cleveland, OH

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.