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Avatar for STARGATE LOCK SERVICES
STARGATE LOCK SERVICES
5.0(
130
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Serving Schaumburg, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

Customers say: Quick response

"Ezra was very easy to work with. He was able to get to our place quickly. Pricing was transparent and very reasonable. He did a great job and was efficient. Would hire him again for locksmith services. "
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Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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ET Locksmith & Security
4.8(
526
)

Serving Schaumburg, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I needed the lock replaced on the door that leads from the garage to the house. I called them and arranged a time. They came out, replaced it, and I was quite happy. The only wrinkle is that I think it's better to come a bit late than too early. I had other things to do but returned early, and I'm glad I did because he was early, too. Maybe specifying a range is safer. They did a great job, and I will hire them again."
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Avatar for KEYMASTERS SECURITY SOLUTIONS INC
KEYMASTERS SECURITY SOLUTIONS INC
5.0(
19
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Serving Schaumburg, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Keymasters Security Solutions provided excellent service from start to finish. We received a very quick response to our service request. The work was done very efficiently and in a professional manner. Replacement parts were of the highest quality — much better than the malfunctioning handleset and deadbolt that was in place. We highly recommend Keymasters Security Solutions."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for locksmith service projects in Schaumburg, IL

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.