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Avatar for Luckey Locksmith Services, Inc.
Luckey Locksmith Services, Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Van Nuys, CA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"He provided amazing service and was very thorough with his work. He even gave me additional advice on other areas of my house that had locks, free of charge. Very professional and polite! "
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Response time4 hrs
Response rate86%
35 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Brucar Locksmith
5.0(
98
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Serving Van Nuys, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Excellent...punctual, personable and knowledgable...and most of all took the time to explain what type of lock it was and that it was worth keeping. He just fixed the latch and then I asked if he could check several locks throughout the house. He did, and was so courteous and cordial that I wondered if he was too good to be true. He was great and the bill was very reasonable for the work performed. Highly recommended."
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.