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Home Service
4.5(
16
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Serving Hartford, CT 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 by12%of homeowners
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Woody the locksmith llc
5.0(
10
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Serving Hartford, CT and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I was really pleased with the timely service and quality workmanship provided by Woody. I found him to be easy to work with; conscientious and knowledgeable, patient with my questions and respectful of my home. I was also pleased with the product quality for recommended locks. Will definitely recommend Woody to others and would hire again."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Absolute Security Locksmiths
4.9(
86
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Serving Hartford, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"After purchasing the special deal on Angie's List I was contacted promptly to set up a time of service, they were very accommodating to my schedule.  The locksmith arrived when stated and performed the job with professionalism.  The work did turn out to cost more than I expected; I had assumed it would all be covered under the price of the deal (based on it's description) but there were added costs.   I don't feel I paid more than I would have by calling another locksmith, but I also don't feel like I saved any money with the deal. <br />"
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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West Hartford Lock Company
5.0(
63
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Serving Hartford, CT and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Fantastic service. Very Professional. Rekeyed all of the locks in my house and cut me several spares. He also noticed the metal lock plate where the bolt comes out of the back door was broken and added a replacement lock plate for Free. I called a bunch of locksmiths for this simple job and they were all MUCH more expensive. It's a simple common service and I think some of the locksmiths take advantage of that and charge much more. Will definitely use West Hartford Lock for any locksmith issues in the future. <br />"
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Lock, Stock & Barrel Locksmithing, LLC
5.0(
15
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Serving Hartford, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Doug was extremely professional and personable. While my call was not an emergency, Doug re-arranged his schedule to ensure he got to me as quickly as he could. He drilled out he broken latch, put on the new door knob that I had purchased and re-keyed the lock to match the rest of the locks in the house. I asked if he had time to look at another pesky door knob and he graciously obliged. He recommended I change it out and I asked if he had the time and the parts with him to handle the job. He did, he was extremely efficient and had the knob replaced and re-keyed in less than 15 minutes. I would highly recommend Doug and whenever I need locksmith services in the future, Doug will be my first call."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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SCOTTS LOCKS
4.7(
22
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Serving Hartford, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Making an appointment was easy, and they were very accommodating.  The locksmith was punctual, friendly, and professional, and his work was good.  The price was perfectly reasonable. <br />"
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Top Lock Locksmiths & Security
4.7(
71
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Serving Hartford, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My key did not turn in outside front door lock, only worked for inside door lock.  Lock had been purchased as part of decorative door knob a few months before, installed by my contractor, and worked fine until it didn't .  Matt  at TopLock suggested I call manufacturer of lock, and even provided me with phone number. Lock company shipped me a new cylinder at no charge. Once I received the new lock, I contacted Top Lock and scheduled for the following day. Although the locksmith was running behind schedule, TopLock called several times to update me on expected time of arrival of locksmith. Locksmith even called, as I requested, just as he got to my house to allow me a few minutes to crate my dogs before letting him in. Locksmith was polite and professional. He even gave me a small discount for my inconvenience because I had to wait around because he was running late. <br />"
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Wise Locksmith
4.6(
21
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Serving Hartford, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I mistakenly thought the Angie Big Deal locksmith was in my service area in Hilton Head SC, but realized he was in Connecticut. I called him and confirmed that he only served Connecticut area and I then told him I would be canceling the order. He was very understanding and agreeable. I next called Angie's List help phone number and was assisted in starting the process to get my 85.00 refunded."
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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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.