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Woody the Locksmith LLC
5.0(
139
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Serving Hartford, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Woody was prompt, respectful and professional. He got the job done. I will call him again if I need a locksmith."
Response time5 hrs
Response rate92%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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American Locksmith CT LLC
4.9(
26
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Serving Hartford, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Fantastic he showed up on time and did a great job. He was easy to work with and easy to understand when describing what needed to be done."
Response time2 hrs
Response rate95%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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MM Discount Locksmith
4.6(
74
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Serving Hartford, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Andre was terrific! He arrived on time. He couldn't have been more kind, patient or knowledgeable. He did a great job but even more importantly, he is a wonderful person. If you have any need for a locksmith, look no further-Andre is your guy!"
Response time5 hrs
Response rate92%
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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All United Locksmith
4.9(
9
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Serving Hartford, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"they rekeyed my locks, new digital keypad lock on your frontdoor and glass. They are so nice and I want them to recommend to other customers. The price is fair. They response within the day."
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BMT Lock & Key
5.0(
5
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Serving Hartford, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I contacted several locksmiths to open a locked closet door. Walter was professional on the phone and able to get to my home within the hour. He arrived on time and opened the lock, educating me on the process while doing it. I asked about having a key made for the lock and he explained, due to the brand of lock, that I could take any key of that brand and re-key it myself. This impressed me, as he could have easily charged me more and made a key for the lock, but he was honest and saved me money."
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FAQs for locksmith service projects in Hartford, CT

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.