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American Lock & Key, Inc.
4.6(
40
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Serving Richmond, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The owner came to help me and I was very happy to have someone come over quickly, be professional and charge me at least 25% less for the same service a different locksmith was offering."
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+4

Response time1 day
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Petrone Locksmith, LLC
5.0(
36
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Serving Richmond, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very prompt and excellent customer service, Mary called shortly after I put in a request and was able to come the same day to install a new lock and take care of our issue. I will contact her if we ever need a locksmith again!"
Response time2 hrs
Response rate93%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Kwik & EZ Lock & Key
4.7(
31
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Serving Richmond, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The gentleman who came out and made my key at 9:00 pm which was a lifesaver. I live in Bracey Virginia and I had been trying to find a locksmith to come out and make a key after 10 calls to locksmith everyone of them said we donâ t serve that area even though the companyâ s I did call were in South Hill which is about 15 minutes from me. Luckily for me I found this locksmith and he was very friendly called when he was on his way and called when he arrived. I will definitely keep their number in my contacts and pass it along to my friends. I am very satisfied and grateful to them for being so professional and getting the job done. So thank you to the gentleman who came out and did this for me!"
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Response time5 hrs
79 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by20%of homeowners
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Home Locksmith USA
4.7(
292
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Serving Richmond, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This company is prompt, professional, honest and very nice. The price was great! He had the work done quickly and neatly! AAAAA+++++. Would hire again for any locksmith needs I have. Highly recommend!"
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Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Buckley's Securitysmiths, Inc.
4.6(
162
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Serving Richmond, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent, efficient and expert service. The locksmith was extremely transparent in explaining the intricacies of the lock systems we invested in and moreover installed them with absolute proficiency. We are very appreciative of the whole experience and the invaluable knowledge we gained."
Vans, Shop & Crew
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+9

Response time2 hrs
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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My Locksmith 24, LLC
4.5(
11
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Serving Richmond, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I called multiple locksmiths and Haroon came to the rescue. The key making process for my Fiat 500 is one of the most difficult and he was able to make it happen! I would highly suggest using Haroon to take care of any of your locksmith needs!"
Home Lock Out Service
Honda Pilot Lockout Service
Changing Home Door Lock
Response time12 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Choice Home Warranty
4.0(
5,676
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Serving Richmond, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"I was very satisfied with the outstanding work done by Winston Door LLC. Preston the technician was prompt, very knowledgeable and talked me thorough his procedures which only took a short period of time. I would highly recommend this company."
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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FAQs for locksmith service projects in Richmond, VA

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.