Entry Door Locks - Enhanced Security & Curb Appeal

The Lockset/Deadbolt Replacement Service, including interior hardware, is the quickest and most effective way to give your home a serious security boost and an aesthetic upgrade all at once. This project aims to enhance both safety and style. Need to swap out those old deadbolts for better protection or do a complete overhaul of your door handles to freshen up the look of your place? Our pros deliver seamless, secure installation of all types of door hardware.

The quality and installation of your door locks largely determine the safety of your place. A weak lock, or one installed incorrectly, is like rolling out the welcome mat for would-be intruders, making it essential to have proper key access. Our service ensures that every bolt and latch is installed correctly, dead-on with the strike plate on the door jamb, and working smoothly, following five steps. We're pros at both the high-security deadbolt units and the style upgrade door hardware that's been calling your name.

Our team takes care of all the tricky business of swapping out old, unique locks that can be found in older homes, even those with fiddly mortise mechanisms, and installing those fancy smart locks. We bring all the tools and know-how you need to measure up the door and drill new holes if required, ensuring your existing door is a perfect fit with the latest hardware. Our goal is to provide you with a complete, top-notch exterior lock replacement that delivers maximum security and peace of mind.

What You Can Expect from Our Service

Our Lockset/Deadbolt Replacement Service is all about giving you a safer and better-looking house that you can be proud of.

Secure & Reliable Deadbolt Installation

The deadbolt is, after all, the main security feature of any front door. Our service ensures it's installed just right to give you the maximum protection you need, including the right key access.

1. Replace the Old Deadbolt: First, we get rid of that old deadbolt safely. Then we install a single-cylinder deadbolt (cylinder on one side, thumb-turn on the inside) or a double-cylinder deadbolt for added security. We make sure the deadbolt latch insert is correctly fitted into the hole in the door's edge.

2. Get the Latch & Bolt In Alignment: It's super important to align the deadbolt bolt and the strike plate on the door frame (door jamb). We measure the backset (the distance from the door's edge to the center of the hole) and the bolt throw carefully. If needed, we'll adjust the strike plate mortise or the hole in the door frame with a drill or chisel so the bolt goes all the way in and locks the door securely.

3. Upgrade the Strike Plate: We swap out the flimsy strike plate for a heavy-duty, reinforced one that gets screwed into the wood door jamb framing. This simple upgrade makes a big difference in security against forced entry.

Our installation ensures your deadbolt locks securely and serves as a solid barrier.

A Complete Door Handle Set Replacement

Whether you want a classic doorknob or a modern lever handle, including options in stylish chrome finishes, we'll install the complete door hardware set, including the faceplate, without a hitch.

• Door Handle Set Replacement: We carefully take out the old door lock and handles from the front door. Then we installed the new exterior handle set, including the handles, latch, and screws. We make sure the backset of the new latch insert matches the hole in the door for a perfect fit. We can swap door knob styles to levers in a jiffy.

• Get the Latch Working Right: We put the latch insert into the hole in the door's edge, making sure it's facing the right way. We screw the faceplate onto the door's edge, ensuring it's flush with the wood. We test the latch to make sure it retracts easily when the handles are turned.

• Get a Great Look: We install the interior and exterior handles and the final escutcheon plate, making sure everything is aligned and the screws don't strip. We offer installation for popular finishes such as matte black, brilliant chrome, polished brass, antique bronze, and satin nickel.

We make sure your new door knobs and levers operate beautifully, and we can adjust them to work smoothly every time.

We Can Handle the Complicated Stuff Too

We can handle jobs that go beyond a simple swap, whether it's interior doors or specialized locks.

1. Mortise Lock Replacement: Older homes with mortise locks can be a challenge - the whole lock mechanism is housed in a big pocket in the door's edge. We can replace the mortise lock with a modern system or rekey lockset service to change the key for the existing lock.

2. Installing Smart Locks: We install smart locks that offer additional security features, such as keypad access and remote unlocking. This involves a bit more complex installation and wiring, which our pros handle with precision. We make sure the electronic bolt and latch are correctly aligned with the strike plate.

3. Rekey Lockset Service (Optional): If your locks are still in good shape but you need to change the key, we offer rekey lockset service. This is an optional service that saves you money by replacing only the inner cylinder pins, rather than the entire lock hardware. We're replacement door hardware experts, skilled at handling all kinds of doors, no matter how complex.

When You Work with Our Team

Successful entry door lock replacements are guaranteed because we are meticulous about measuring things accurately, following the instructions, and getting the alignment just right.

• The Scope of Work: We cover replacing deadbolts, installing new locksets, swapping out door handle sets, installing new exterior locks (optional), and rekeying locksets. We're specialists in single-cylinder deadbolt installation.

• What We Focus On: At the heart of our service is removing old locks safely and installing new hardware so the latch and deadbolt bolt line up perfectly with the strike plate on the door jamb.

• Precision Measurement: We go to great lengths to measure the backset and the hole in the door accurately so the new hardware fits just right. If necessary, we even use a drill and bit to make the hole the correct size.

• Boosting Security: We install high-security lock units, upgrade the strike plate with extra-long screws that go deep into the door frame, and ensure the bolt goes all the way in.

• Finishing Touches: We double-check that the faceplates are flush with the door edge and the door jamb - sometimes that means doing a little bit of chiseling or drilling to get the new hardware to fit in. We give your new lock a test run to make sure it works smoothly.

• Hardware Options: We'll install all the popular styles and finishes, including satin nickel, polished chrome, antique bronze, and bronze and gold.

We give you a complete installation service, following all the necessary instructions that'll boost your home security big time.

Installation and Reliability

Our installation process is guaranteed to get your new locks working correctly, safel,y and effectively.

Step-by-Step Replacement Process - The Way We Do It

We use a tried-and-tested 5-step process to deliver a reliable lock job with quality brass fixtures .

1. Get the Old Hardware Out: We remove the interior and exterior handles, as well as the old deadbolt. We take out the latch and bolt inserts from the door edge. We use a hammer and chisel to remove the old strike plate and faceplates.

2. Get the New Latch and Bolt Inserts In: We put in the new latch and deadbolt bolt inserts into the door edge hole, making sure the latch is the right way round. We screw the faceplates on securely (often using the drill to create new pilot holes for the screws).

3. Install the Lock Cylinder and Handles: We insert the lock cylinder and the exterior/interior handles (levers or knobs) through the door holes and screw them on with long through-bolts or screws. We make sure they're tightened firmly to secure the door hardware.

4. Get the Strike Plates in Place: We fit the strike plates for the latch and deadbolt on the door jamb, using extra-long screws to screw them right into the wood door frame. We test the lock operation and make any adjustments to the strike plate as needed to ensure the latch and bolt move smoothly.

5. Final Test and Adjustments: We test the key and interior handles to ensure the door locks and unlocks smoothly, without any sticking. If needed, we make any last-minute adjustments to the screws or the strike plate.

You Can Trust Your Exterior Lock Replacement to Us

Our team has the experience and the tools to install door locks that will last for years. We get that exterior lock replacement is not just about the hardware - it's the precision of the latch alignment and the deadbolt bolt security. We stick to the manufacturer's instructions and use our drill and chisel to get the brass mortise and holes right, so we get a perfect fit for your entry door locks.

Whether you want to swap to modern-style levers or get high-security lock units with added security features and a gold standard of service, our expertise in door handle set replacement and single-cylinder deadbolt installation is second to none. Trust us to install your new door locks safely and securely on your front door.