10 locksmith services every property owner should know

Most people only think of a locksmith when they're locked out. Here are ten services that are useful long before then.

1. Lockouts

Home, car and office lockouts, opened with non-destructive methods first where possible.

2. Rekeying

New pins so old keys stop working. Ideal after moving or losing keys. Read more.

3. Lock changes

New hardware for worn, damaged or weak locks. Read more.

4. Deadbolt installation

Adding a deadbolt where there isn't one, plus a reinforced strike plate. Read more.

5. Keys made

Doors, mailboxes, padlocks and cabinets, cut on site. Read more.

6. Car keys and fobs

Transponder keys cut and programmed, and fobs replaced. Read more.

7. Ignition repair

For keys that stick, won't turn or turn too freely. Read more.

8. Broken key extraction

Removing snapped keys from doors and ignitions without damaging the lock.

9. Master key systems

One key for the owner, limited keys for tenants or staff. Common for landlords and businesses. Read more.

10. Safe and cabinet openings

File cabinets, desks and safes. Note the published price for safe openings warns that some methods cause damage and leave the safe unusable. Read more.

Prices

Starting prices for all of these are on the price list. Every job adds the $29 service call fee, and the price is confirmed before work starts.