Lock installation & repair
New deadbolts, door knobs, lever handles and mortise locks put in right, plus repairs on the ones that stick, wobble or won’t latch. Call (386) 853-3587.
- What we install
Hardware we put in and fix
Deadbolts
Single and double cylinder, Grade 1 and 2.
Knobs and levers
Entry sets, privacy and passage sets.
Mortise locks
Older and decorative doors with mortise bodies.
Garage and side doors
T-handles, side-door locks and sheds.
Strike plates
Longer screws and reinforced strikes.
Repairs
Sticky latches, loose handles, broken springs.
Decorative handles and mortise sets
Some front doors have tall decorative handle sets with a mortise lock inside the door. They look great and they’re a little fussier than a standard knob.
When one wears out we can usually repair the mortise body or fit a new one to the existing cutout so you don’t need a new door. The photo shows one we fit and repaired.
Doing it once, doing it right
The install
A lock is only as good as the door it’s in. We check the door fits the frame, the latch lines up with the strike and the deadbolt throws all the way.
On most installs we put longer screws in the strike so they bite into the framing, not just the trim. That one detail makes a big difference when someone tries to kick a door.
The repair
A lot of “broken” locks just need a small fix. A latch that sticks because the door sagged, a handle that wobbles because a screw backed out, a deadbolt that won’t throw because the hole’s too shallow.
We’ll tell you whether a repair makes sense or whether the lock’s done.
- Buying advice
Picking a deadbolt
Grade and build
Locks are graded by how much abuse they’re tested for. Grade 1 is the toughest, Grade 2 is a good choice for most homes. Look for a solid metal bolt and a reinforced strike.
Single or double cylinder
Single cylinder has a thumb turn inside, which is the safer choice for getting out fast in an emergency. Double cylinder needs a key on both sides, which some people want near glass, but check local rules and think about fire safety first.
Sliding doors and patio doors
Sliding glass doors are everywhere in Florida and their latches wear out. We replace worn latches and handles and we can add a secondary lock or a bar so the door can’t be lifted off its track.
We cover all of Flagler, Volusia and Putnam counties from the shop on North Ocean Shore Blvd in Palm Coast.
Can I buy the lock and have you install it?
Yes. We install customer-supplied locks too. We’ll check it’s the right size for your door first.
Do you sell locks?
Yes, the van carries common deadbolts and entry sets, and we can get specific brands.
Can you install a lock on a metal door?
Yes, steel and fiberglass doors included.
Can you fix a sliding glass door lock?
Yes, we replace latches and handles and can add a secondary lock.
Get a quote on new locks
Tell us how many doors and what you have in mind.