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Petrone Locksmith, LLC
5.0(
35
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Serving Richmond, VA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Locksmith Mary Petrone rekeyed and installed 3 new deadbolts and 3 entry door locks. She did an excellent job. Mary is professional, knowledgeable, and personable. Should you require locksmith services, Mary should be your choice. "
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Home Service
4.5(
8
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Serving Richmond, VA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The guy arrived on time ready to do the job. He was very efficient went over with me. The problems that I was having with my door and step-by-step. Show me what he needed to do to fix the power he replaced the parts that needed to be replaced and all of this did not take no more than an hour and a half. I am very happy with his work and I will be calling them out again for future services."
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Recommended by25%of homeowners
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Brothers Locksmith Co
4.9(
36
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Serving Richmond, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Brothers Locksmith provides top notch, efficient, courteous and professional locksmith services for both residential and commercial needs. We operate with a fully stocked mobile truck and are also staffed to install and replace automatic and walk in commercial doors. Our locksmiths and door technicians are licensed by the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services, arrive within a timely manner and always stay until the job is done correctly. Service is aimed at building strong, trusting customer relationships we offer competitive pricing and often service locations other companies do not. For information regarding rekeying or any commercial or residential lock call now! Also servicing Petersburg, Chester, Tuckahoe, Midlothian & Sandston.

Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Johnny the Locksmith
4.7(
42
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Serving Richmond, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

Emergency services offered

"Ron Cruz was the technician that came out. I was quoted a much higher price at frist over the phone and wasn't going to use them at 1st. But then they called me back and told me they would charge 1/2. Ron was very professional and friendly. He was also efficient and sympathetic to my situation. I would recommend that you request the tech if given the choice. He even charged my $10 less than the 2nd quote of $60.00 so I wouldn't have to borrow it from my neighbor. I wish many blessings to this remarkable person."
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Dominion Lock & Security
4.8(
18
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Serving Richmond, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1975

Emergency services offered

Superior customer service and quality products are our priority at Dominion Lock And Security, Inc. of Mechanicsville, VA. We are a family-owned and operated business that has been securing your family, home, and business since 1975. Twenty employees, no subs, cost is determined by job, travel charges do apply.

Recommended by94%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.