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Agape Reliable Locksmithing
4.9(
140
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Locksmith

Serving Pittsburgh, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ **Absolutely Outstanding Service!** We couldn’t have asked for a better locksmith! From start to finish, the service was **exceptional**. He was professional, friendly, knowledgeable, and incredibly efficient. He took the time to explain everything, made sure the job was done correctly, and went above and beyond to help us. It’s not every day you come across someone who genuinely takes pride in their work and truly cares about their customers. We felt completely comfortable and confident that we were in good hands. **If you need a locksmith, look no further!** We highly recommend him and will absolutely call him again if we ever need locksmith services in the future. Five stars doesn’t even seem like enough! ⭐️🔑👏"
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Recommended by82%of homeowners
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247 Pro Locksmith
4.8(
26
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Locksmith

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
4.6(
16
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Locksmith

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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Legends locksmith & security
5.0(
6
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Locksmith

Serving Pittsburgh, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent locksmith service! Legends Locksmith & Security did a great job installing a new alarm lock on our back door and servicing our storefront door lock. They were professional, knowledgeable, and efficient, and the work was completed neatly and properly. Everything is working perfectly now. Highly recommend Legends Locksmith & Security for reliable and professional locksmith services!"
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Agape Reliable Locksmithing
4.9(
131
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Locksmith

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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Lock Wizards
5.0(
10
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Locksmith

Serving Pittsburgh, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Thank you for the opportunity to share! In addition to Carrie's pleasant demeanor, I'd like others to know that working with her was not only enjoyable but also highly productive. Her professionalism and dedication to the task at hand made our collaboration a success, and I would definitely choose to work with her again in the future."
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Response time20 mins
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Allstate Locksmith & Garage Door
3.4(
173
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Locksmith

Serving Pittsburgh, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"They were prompt ... actually more like "in a hurry" ... even though they said they gave me "a bargain" it still seemed costly to me, but I haven't had any dealings with locksmiths in a LONG time, so prices may be quite a bit higher than I thought ... on the bright side, the locksmith knew exactly what he was doing and was very efficient ... I had the feeling that he "had places to go" and was "very directive.""
 commercial locks
 combination lock
schlage alarm lock digital keypad auto locking
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+13

Recommended by95%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.