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Capitol M. Locksmith
5.0(
54
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Serving Washington DC, DC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had the best experience with Capitol Locksmith. Erwin was professional, courteous, knowledgeable, and on time. He answered all of my questions and did exactly what he said he would do. Outstanding customer service. I highly recommend!"
Response time12 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Sure-Fit Security
4.5(
44
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Serving Washington DC, DC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1962

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Locked out due to circumstances beyond my control. First said they would be there in 30min. Did not call to say that he'd be late, that there was traffic - nothing. An hour and a half later, he finally shows up. Can't get either of two very easy locks picked, so has to drill my door open, of course. handy that it's super expensive to replace the lock now. Although If I'd been expecting an hour and a half wait, I could have gone to Home Depot and bought a lock that I WANTED in my door, and had them put that in, should they have needed it."
Electronic Access Control
Residential Locks
Residential Locks
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Response time3 days
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Home Service
4.7(
14
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Serving Washington DC, DC and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I do not typically write reviews but Locksmith downtown was excellent! They were incredibly responsive and solved my issue very quickly. They were very nice and professional and I would recommend their services to anyone!"
garage door
451 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by14%of homeowners
Eagle Services, LLC
4.5(
121
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Serving Washington DC, DC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very professional and knowledgeable worker. Had the door open in a jiffy. Impressive work! I would feel more comfortable, however, if Eagle Locksmith would furnish their workers with a uniform or at least a shirt that would identify them. This would add to the comfort of customers greatly in such situations. Pleasant and personable gentleman, and obviously well trained and experienced. Would recommend them again."
Response time2 hrs
Recommended by94%of homeowners
H & H LOCK & SECURITY
4.9(
33
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Serving Washington DC, DC and surrounding areas

In business since 1972

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They pulled me out of a jam and did not take advantage of my situation! They arrived promptly, provided great service and did not overcharge for the repair. I had to get my front door unlocked to be able to show my home for sale. The front door lock was actually rusted inside but I had no idea what was wrong. I called H and H and left a message in the evening; they called back in the morning, arrived and completed the repair by 10:00 AM. I had a quote from another company for $300 for "emergency" service but H and H only charged $118 for the repair. They were honest and could have sold me a new lock, but instead only charged for what was needed. They did a terrific, reliable repair and I recommend them highly!"
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Eastern Safe & Lock Inc
4.8(
897
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Serving Washington DC, DC and surrounding areas

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great. The locksmith came within the time range promised. He was very professional, timely, and completed the project in full. I would use the company again, and recommend them to my friends."
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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FAQs for locksmith service projects in Washington DC, DC

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.