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Keith's Lock & Door Service
5.0(
122
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Serving Philadelphia, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"What a pleasure to work with Tyler and Bob! They showed up the next day after my initial call and were quick, pleasant and thorough. We even had a nice chat about fishing. I'll use them again for sure."
Response time2 days
Recommended by99%of homeowners
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Accurate Locksmith
4.7(
46
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Serving Philadelphia, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"He was punctual, very professional, including his truck and equipment. Everything went without a hitch. He had the parts he needed on his truck. Very friendly and I would absolutely recommend him highly to anyone with locksmith needs, and of course I would use him again without hesitation."
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Response time8 hrs
Response rate87%
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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WILSONS HARDWARE and LOCKSMITHS
4.9(
52
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Serving Philadelphia, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Everyone I spoke with on the phone was personable and helpful.  The locksmith arrived on time and worked quickly and efficiently, answering all of my questions in a very friendly manner.  All additional keys were made on the spot.  When he was finished, I inquired about the screen repair service.  He promptly took the screen down for service at the repair shop.    I was very pleased with the entire experience."
Response time1 day
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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ACCURATE LOCK & KEY
5.0(
10
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Serving Philadelphia, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1982

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"When we needed to get all of our house locks re-keyed, we were referred to Rick by another locksmith who did not work on Saturdays. Rick took our call by 10:15, quoted an accurate price, arrived within the hour, and the work was completed by noon. Besides re-keying the locks, he made 8 keys for us and even made several door knobs and deadbolts work better than they have in years. Rick was professional and courteous. I would highly recommend him.
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Locksmiths 4 You
5.0(
21
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Serving Philadelphia, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"David is a rare gem. Response time was phenomenal and he was very polite, professional, and it was a pleasure to have him do the job. He restored my old, old pitcher handled door lock, rebuilding it, as well as replacing a rusting Kwickset side door lock and doing a new lock installation to a storage closet."
Response time10 hrs
Response rate87%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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EZ Garage Doors
5.0(
37
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Serving Philadelphia, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Replaced all the springs, rollers and took the time to repair a very old wood door with some brackets and tightening. He was very friendly and polite. Gave the estimate and was able to do the job on the spot. Would highly recommend."
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FAQs for locksmith service projects in Philadelphia, PA

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.