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Agape Reliable Locksmithing
4.9(
137
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Serving Pittsburgh, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"John did a great job making keys for existing lovjs and changing those that were needed. He was professional in every respect and informed me of everything he needed to do. The cost was very reasonable. I would highly recommend Agape Reliable Locksmithing."
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Recommended by84%of homeowners
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247 Pro Locksmith
4.8(
25
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Serving Pittsburgh, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I never leave reviews but I felt I needed to give a review after an amazing service. He showed up quickly and did an amazing job. I left my keys inside my 2022 Ram 1500 and got locked out. He took less than 10 minutes making a key to open the truck. I would recommend his service to anyone needing a locksmith, he is very professional and extremely experienced on what he does."
Response time3 hrs
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Zack & Co. Lock and Key LLC
4.5(
14
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Serving Pittsburgh, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"The pro was awesome and had a very rapid response time. He arrived at the time he responded at the time he said. He was prompt with his work, demonstrated how the work operated . I highly recommend him for all locksmith work you may need done. I know he will be our go to guy for any locksmith work. I give a 5 star rating."
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Agape Reliable Locksmithing
4.9(
131
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Serving Pittsburgh, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"John of Agape Reliable Locksmithing was at our home today. He replaced the front door locks and fixed the rear door locks as well. John was a super knowledgeable locksmith and very polite and professional. I would recommend any one in need of home, office or work location to contact John's company."
Response time2 hrs
Response rate91%
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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FAQs for locksmith service projects in Pittsburgh, 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.