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TJC Locksmithing
4.8(
2
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Locksmith

Serving Tallahassee, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

TJC locksmithing is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Response time20 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Choice Home Warranty
4.0(
5,678
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Locksmith

Serving Tallahassee, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Choice responded quickly but the insurance plan does not pay for all doors to be re-keyed unless you have very few locks. The number of locks covered by the insurance is determined by keyholes, not doors! (Read your policy!) You will likely have to shell out some money to have this essential new-home service if you have more than four keyholes. The locksmith they called was EXCELLENT and made all our locks completely functional. We will happily hire the locksmith again (R.L Locksmith LLC). We paid $201.81 (plus another $50 for some door re-alignment not included in the re-keying benefit) and Choice paid $100 for the job."
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Be Greater Minds, LLC
5.0(
5
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Locksmith

Serving Tallahassee, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Be Greater Minds is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!\n

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Response time10 mins
Response rate100%
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Sears Home Improvement Products
3.7(
1,712
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Locksmith

Serving Tallahassee, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 1886

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The CSR in the office, Frank, didn't seem to have any answers to the questions I asked and wasn't very helpful when I called. I did schedule the work to be done as I know of Sears' reputation. Brian was the tech that came out. Brian did a great job and even found an old Pabst Blue Ribbon beer can in a cold air return from 1985! I know the ducts were probably the worst he's seen, but they are clear now!"
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Recommended by74%of homeowners
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Terry's Handyman
4.5(
5
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Locksmith

Serving Tallahassee, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Response time5 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for locksmith service projects in Tallahassee, FL

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.