Residential locksmith in Monrovia, CA

Home lock and key services

Whether you rent an apartment off Myrtle Avenue or own a hillside house north of Foothill Boulevard, the jobs that come up at home are usually the same handful. The technician arrives with the tools and common hardware in the vehicle, so most work is done in one visit.

• House and apartment lockouts – opening the door with non-destructive methods first where possible.
• Rekeying – the lock stays, the pins change, and old keys stop working.
• Lock changes and new installs – knobs, levers, deadbolts, mortise locks and smart locks.
• Deadbolt installation – including doors that have never had one fitted.
• Spare keys – entry, garage, mailbox and padlock keys cut on site.
• Master key systems – one key for the owner, limited keys for tenants or family.
• Mailbox, garage and side-gate locks and door hardware such as strike plates and peepholes.
• Eviction lock changes for landlords, done once the legal paperwork is in place.

Rekey or replace?

If the locks work well and you simply don't know who else has a key, rekeying is usually the cheaper choice. Replacing makes sense when the hardware is worn, cheap, damaged after a break-in, or when you want a higher grade of lock. The price list shows starting prices for both, and the move-in coupon applies when you've just moved.

Choosing the right grade of lock

Door hardware in the US is graded by ANSI/BHMA. Grade 1 is the heaviest duty and is the common recommendation for exterior doors such as the front door and the door from the garage. Grade 2 suits most other residential doors, and Grade 3 is fine for interior doors. A technician can show you the options on site and explain the price difference before you decide.

Older Monrovia homes

Monrovia has many older Craftsman and Victorian-era houses. Original doors often have mortise locks or non-standard thicknesses, so mention it when you call; it helps the dispatcher give a closer estimate and make sure the right hardware comes along.

Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to rekey a house?

A single lock is usually a short job. A whole house depends on the number of doors and whether they need to match one key, so the dispatcher will ask how many locks you have.

Can you match all my doors to one key?

Usually, yes, if the locks share the same keyway. If they don't, one or two cylinders may need replacing; the technician will tell you before doing it.

Do I need to be the owner to have a lock opened?

The technician will ask for ID and something that shows you live at the address, such as a lease or a utility bill. It protects you as much as anyone.

Is there a discount when I move house?

Yes. The Move-In Special is 15% off; show the coupon to the technician before work starts.