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Open Doors Locksmith
5.0(
12
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Serving Tampa, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Adil did an excellent job cutting and programming a new key for my 2025 Toyota RAV4. He was professional, arrived quickly, and had everything working perfectly in no time. The whole process was smooth and reasonably priced—I’d definitely recommend his services to anyone needing a car key replacement. 🔑🚗👍 "
Response time4 hrs
Response rate87%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Rapid Locksmith Pros
5.0(
8
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Serving Tampa, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had an excellent experience with Rapid Locksmith. The technician, Ali, was extremely professional and knew exactly what he was doing. I was locked out of my house with a pick-resistant lock, and he still managed to get me back inside quickly and without any damage. Very skilled, reliable, and respectful — highly recommend Rapid Locksmith! "
Master Rekey
Lock Replacement
Lock Rekey
Lock Replacement
Lock Replacement

+3

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Bravo Lock & Door
4.6(
75
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Serving Tampa, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

Bravo Security, LLC, proudly offers top quality locksmith and door installations.\nWe pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!\n

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Florida Lock Doctor
5.0(
42
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Serving Tampa, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"He was prompt and on time. Very friendly. Picked both locks so I could gain access again. on a scale of 1 to 10 I'd give them a 12. So I give them an A+. My locksmith from now on. Would not call anyone else. Reasonable pricing."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Locksmith & Electric Solutions
5.0(
12
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Serving Tampa, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The locksmith that arrived to my home was stupendous and his work was swift and spot on. Very thankful he was able to complete the job as great as he did. Now I feel safe my door can lock appropriately!"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for locksmith service projects in Tampa, 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.