Locksmith and Door Services FAQs

Yes, we do. Call us for emergency lock change services or to schedule an appointment. We will respond quickly, assess your needs, and install quality locks that will make you feel more secure.

A master key opens numerous locks in a specific set. Some of the pin pairs in each lock have a third pin, known as a master wafer or a spacer. While a change key lifts the spacers to just below the shear line, the master key lifts the spacers above the shear line to create space for the key to turn.

A deadbolt lock has a brass, steel, or bronze bolt that extends deep into the strike plate or door jamb of a door frame. The deadbolt only moves when you rotate a physical key, an automated motor, or turn a doorknob. Deadbolts release or engage when you rotate the tumbler to its proper position and align the pins, making doors more resistant to unauthorized access.

We install, service, and repair all types of locks, including deadbolts, electric locks, keyless locks, smart locks, combination locks, and interchangeable core cylinder locks. We also work on knob locks, lever handle locks, euro profile cylinders, rim/mortise locks, furniture locks, T-Handle/Vending Locks, and cam locks.

A skeleton key has a hollow bit to allow it to function as a master key and open different warded locks in a specific system. The key is reduced to only the essential parts and has no serrated edge. The name also refers to antique keys with a bow, a narrow shaft or shank, and a flat extension towards the bottom of the shank.

Rekeying is the process of adjusting the internal workings of your lock to function with a new set of keys. You maintain the lock mechanism but replace the pins and springs to prevent the older keys from working in the lock. You keep your old lock but get new keys.

A transponder key is a type of car key that has an inbuilt microchip to shut off an engine immobilizer. The chip has a unique serial number and transmits low-level signals to a remote receiver. The engine control unit sends an electronic signal, and the car only starts if it authenticates the message it receives from the key in the ignition.

A padlock is a u-shaped, portable lock with a body, a shackle, and a locking mechanism. The shackle passes through openings such as a hasp staple or a chain link to prevent harm, theft, or vandalism. When locked, the shackle fits securely into the locking mechanism, and when unlocked, the shackle ejects from the locking mechanism. Padlocks can use either a combination or a key.

A card access system is a control system that utilizes digital cards and a programmed card reader to restrict entry within a building. When you swipe the card, the metallic strips trigger the lock’s mechanism. They can also have an embedded smart chip that transmits radio-frequency signals to the card reader. The card provides access to specific areas and timestamp information about when you enter or leave a building.

Keyless entry systems provide a way to lock and unlock your doors without using the conventional mechanical lock and key. You activate and deactivate keyless locks using a keypad, touchscreen, or a wireless command. Keyless entry in cars allows you to lock, unlock, and start the engine without using a regular key. You do not need to put the key in the lock or the ignition physically.