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Home Service
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Serving Jacksonville, FL and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2010

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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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Dedges Lock & Key Shop Inc
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Serving Jacksonville, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 1966

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Emergency services offered

"Dedge’s sent me an excellent locksmith by the name of Joe L. He took good care of my home. Highly recommend. And thank you, Joe. :)"
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Pop-A-Lock Jacksonville
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Serving Jacksonville, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 1994

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Emergency services offered

"JAX FL CALL SHERMAN 904-673-4673 COMPANY SAID HE WOULD BE HERE IN 35 MINUTES SHERMAN WAS HERE IN 10 MINUTES AND HAD MY DOOR OPEN LESS THAN 2 MINUTES OF HIS ARRIVAL HIGHLY RECOMMEND SHERMAN 904-673-4673 BEST LOCKSMITH OUT THERE"
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FAQs for locksmith service projects in Jacksonville, FL

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.