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Home Service
4.2(
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Serving Hempstead, NY 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!"
garage door
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Recommended by10%of homeowners
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Frank-Key Services
4.9(
126
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Serving Hempstead, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"It went very well. Frank arrived early and he installed two high quality locks on two doors. Frank is highly professional. The locks that were installed look great and they keep my home secure. I believe that Frank has the other Locksmiths beat by a mile. It was easy to make an appointment with him. If any of my friends or family need an outstanding Locksmith; then I would highly recommend Frank."
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Response time9 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Queens County Locksmith
4.9(
18
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Serving Hempstead, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I called Eli from Queens County Locksmith after locking myself out of my apartment, and he arrived within 30 min! He was a professional, got the work done, and was reasonably priced! I would highly recommend him to anyone!"
Brand new security door installed
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Patio/French Door lock
Garage door locks opened and installed
Locks replaced after break in

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All Access Lock & Security
4.8(
66
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Serving Hempstead, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Prompt, courteous and friendly. Made the whole experience very easy. Came in and knew exactly what needed to be done. Locks were re-keyed, keys provided and it was done!! Would highly recommend!!!
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Yale Locks
Medeco Lock
Baldwin Mortis Lock

+7

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FAQs for locksmith service projects in Hempstead, NY

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.