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Anderson Lock

850 E Oakton St
Des Plaines, IL 60018 847-824-2800

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Sent out a new tech who had never done our type of installation before, but... - Oct 26, 2023

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AAA Lock & Key

1730 Waukegan Rd
Glenview, IL 60025 847-729-3366

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Install installed locks correctly - Oct 30, 2023

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Johnson Locksmith

1557 Maple Ave
Evanston, IL 60201 847-475-3343

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I've used them for decades and never had any problem or issues. Always... - Dec 13, 2023

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Fullmer Locksmith Service

8611 W Cermak Rd
North Riverside, IL 60546 708-442-0300

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they were fast and courtious and did a great job - Oct 24, 2023

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Goldy Locks/Alarm-One

17048 S Oak Park Ave
Tinley Park, IL 60477 708-532-6560

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Able to easily open my car door - Sep 12, 2022

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Suburban Door Check & Lock

415 W Ogden Ave
Westmont, IL 60559 630-968-4727

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I was pleased with everything and I found it very helpful. - Oct 30, 2023

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Elmer & Son Locksmiths

3001 Chicago Rd
Steger, IL 60475 708-755-5273

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This company has been around for decades, I love their services and they have... - Sep 26, 2023

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Mid-City Locksmiths

4903 N Elston Ave
Chicago, IL 60630 773-545-1462

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Highly recommend - Oct 30, 2023

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Morgan Locksmiths

1825 W 103rd St
Chicago, IL 60643 773-233-4955

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Excellent locksmith if you have old door locks that need to be repaired. - Apr 04, 2020

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Wernick Key & Lock Service

8303 Belmont Ave
River Grove, IL 60171 708-453-7200

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Talk is cheap. - Jun 03, 2024

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Valley Lock

1450 W Main St #B
St Charles, IL 60174 630-377-0220

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Great service, timely - Aug 24, 2022

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PHS Locksmiths

6808 W Roosevelt Rd
Oak Park, IL 60304 708-386-3334

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Friendly, professional service. - Aug 19, 2022

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Curtis Key & Lock Service

1353 E 79th St
Chicago, IL 60619 773-721-7979

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Curtis Key Company has been in the neighbor hood a long time. Once I called... - Sep 26, 2020

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Rite Lock & Safe

3508 Dempster St
Skokie, IL 60076 847-676-0046

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I called them on Thursday to repair/replace lock. They couldn't service... - Jan 21, 2022

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Arrow Locksmith Service

321 Madison St
Oak Park, IL 60302 708-386-5500

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It ok for an emergency. But to use often it pricey - Sep 30, 2023

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Van's Lock & Key Service

214 S River St
Aurora, IL 60506 630-859-3800

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The service was prompt and very pleasant! I would definitely recommend... - Oct 23, 2020

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Action Lock & Key

800 W Lake St #122-124
Roselle, IL 60172 630-893-0444

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Great Folks, Experts, Great Pricing. - Feb 01, 2024

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Amazing Lock Service

3165 N Halsted St
Chicago, IL 60657 773-935-8900

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The technician was prompt and professional. He did a speedy job changing the... - Nov 06, 2019

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Ashland Lock & Security Solutions

2510 N Ashland Ave
Chicago, IL 60614 773-348-5106

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This locksmith was very helpful and came in person to my apartment when the... - Jan 22, 2022

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Keyth Security Systems

1575 Oakwood Ave
Highland Park, IL 60035 847-432-0000

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Called they said they are open. I get there, they are closed. Talked to them... - Aug 20, 2020

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