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Cardinal Locksmith Company, LLC
4.9(
35
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Serving Raleigh, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"The professional locksmith that came to my home was fabulous, he didn't mind my rescue dog barking, finished quickly, took care of my door locks and changed the key to the door locks I had."
Business, Home, and Church Locks
Church, Home and Office Locks
Home and Office Locks
Response time4 hrs
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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A1 Lock & Safe of North Carolina
5.0(
73
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Serving Raleigh, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1984

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"The service was excellent. Locks are working better than they ever have. The locksmith was friendly, professional, timely, and did fast excellent work. They also saved me money, as when I first contacted them, I was seeking to replace, rather than simply repair, the affected doorknobs and deadbolts. After diagnosing the problem, they advised me that the house had merely settled a bit, but that the hardware was of good quality and still in working order with a little adjustment, and that I could save a lot by not having to replace the hardware. What they charged me was extremely reasonable. They came out the day after I called. I highly recommend this company."
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Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Lock N Roll Locksmith
4.9(
154
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Serving Raleigh, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We're so glad we chose to work with Joe. Very courteous, professional, and everything done in a timely manner. We won't think twice about using him again for any locksmithing needs. Very highly recommended!!!"
Dental office hardware
Response time6 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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TNT Locksmith LLC
5.0(
4
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Serving Raleigh, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"TNT Locksmith was on time and was very reliable. They kept their work area very neat. Pricing was also very reasonable. I highly recommend!"
Response time2 hrs
Response rate85%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for locksmith service projects in Raleigh, NC

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.