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Golden's Casa Linda Keys
4.8(
57
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Locksmith

Serving Dallas, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 1961

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"The only reason I gave them a B was a scheduling issue. However, once the locksmith came I would say the wait was worth it! Julie diagnosed the problems immediately, replaced a broken piece in the lock and worked on the deadbolt until it locked smoothly. The quality of work was excellent, she mentioned she had been a locksmith for many years and it showed."
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+3

Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Lock-It-Down Locksmith, LLC
4.8(
271
)
Locksmith

Serving Dallas, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Chris with Lock-It-Down Locksmith arrived at our home on time, replaced the malfunctioning locks quickly, explaining what was wrong and how he was going to fix it. He is very knowledgeable and was a pleasure doing business with. Angi has a winner with Lock-It-Down and I recommend them highly."
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+112

Response time10 hrs
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Red Line Locksmith
5.0(
7
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Locksmith

Serving Dallas, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This is the second time I hired carlos and he came right on schedule! I don’t know what I would’ve done, if he wasn’t available as I was locked out of my home! Very affordable prices! He will be my go to locksmith!"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for locksmith service projects in Dallas, TX

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.