Recent Locksmith Articles

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Home Improvement
Team eLocal

Here's How Much a Locksmith Charges for 5 of the Most Common Services

Locksmiths provide essential services to maintain your home and car's security. The average callout fee is about $150, but you may pay more than that, depending on the actual service performed.

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Home Improvement
Team eLocal

Need a New Deadbolt? Here's a Cost Breakdown

Because your budget is equally important to the well-being of your family, knowing when a deadbolt should be replaced and the potential cost to install or replace a deadbolt lock ensures you can meet your needs without breaking the bank.

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Home Improvement
Lee Soren

Are Keyless Entry Systems Safe?

Before you call a locksmith to install a high-tech keyless lock, it’s helpful to understand how its security profile compares to a traditional lock. Here’s what you should know.

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Home Improvement
Rowan Guthrie

10 Tips for Creating a Home Security Plan

Everyone’s home is their castle, but even castles aren’t always as secure as they appear. That’s why developing a home security plan makes sense, and it isn’t difficult if you know the right questions to ask.

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Home Improvement
Shelley Frost

How to Secure Your Garage

Learn how to secure a garage door to protect what's inside your garage and keep intruders from continuing into your home.

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Home Improvement
Team eLocal

Need a New Deadbolt? Here's a Cost Breakdown

Knowing when a deadbolt should be replaced, and the potential cost to install or replace a deadbolt lock ensures you can meet your needs without breaking the bank.

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Home Improvement
Sandy Hess

RV Security 101

Does your RV provide the same protection and security as your home? Probably not. This doesn’t mean you can’t add extra security features to your RV to provide the protection you want for your family.

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Home Improvement
Team eLocal

6 Things You Can Do to Make Your Home More Secure

Knowing how to secure your home can provide peace of mind and reduce the risk of a break-in. These home security tips may help to deter burglars and make your home harder to access.

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