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MS Locksmith Services
4.8(
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Serving Van Nuys, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had such a great experience with MS Locksmith Services, i needed my home locks change and made the appointment for the same day. The technician arrived right on time, was efficient and professional."
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+6

Response time4 hrs
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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GJ Locksmith
5.0(
6
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Serving Van Nuys, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I’ve used GJ Locksmith several times and he has always come through for me. He’s fast, reliable, and extremely helpful, especially when you’re in a stressful situation. It’s rare to find someone this dependable who truly cares about helping the customer. I highly recommend GJ Locksmith to anyone who needs a trustworthy mobile locksmith."
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+2

Response time5 hrs
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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7/24 Locksmith
4.9(
6
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Serving Van Nuys, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Offers commercial services

Customers say: Quick response

"Amazing service! Got locked out of my house late at night in LA, and 7/24 Locksmith came to the rescue fast. The locksmith was professional, friendly, and got me back inside in no time. Fair pricing, no hidden fees, and available 24/7. Highly recommend—5 stars! "
Response time7 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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All Over Locksmith
5.0(
260
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Serving Van Nuys, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Perfect! Ran kept in touch me the whole time. My house is a rental, and he kept in touch with me and my tenant. He had to increase the estimate due to a lock needing to be replaced. I approved that, he did the work, and I was a very happy customer! I highly recommend All Over Locksmith."
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Barak Lock & Security
4.8(
56
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Serving Van Nuys, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I wanted to upgrade my locks on my business due to the riots and just to be more secure , I discovered that medeco locks are the best and Barak lock and security is an authorized medeco dealer !! Barak gave me all the options to upgrade my locks the best way possible and gave me more than fair price with unreal genuine friendly and professional service , I couldn’t be happier with Barak’s work and the hi end products he works with . Thank you Barak Lock & Security MOST RECOMMENDED!!!"
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Brucar Locksmith
5.0(
98
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Serving Van Nuys, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Brucar Locksmith work very fast. They were in and out in less than one hour. Previously, we had our go to Locksmiths located here in Malibu. It was such a pain to deal with them and getting a scheduled time was close to impossible. Brucar are some of the nicest people to deal with, everyone from the receptionist to the guys that come out to service our home. I highly recommend Brucar Locksmith to anyone in  Malibu, Thousand Oaks, Westlake, and the surrounding areas. <br />"
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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FAQs for locksmith service projects in Van Nuys, CA

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.