Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to change door locks?
There are many and varied manufacturers of lock and key systems and no two manufacturers are alike. All have different keyways and designs. We factor in the cost of the new tumblers, new keys, labor to remove, disassemble, reassemble and refit. We charge by the keyhole.
The average door has one keyhole on the deadbolt and one keyhole on the handle or lever entry. Some doors have two keyholes on the deadbolt.
Our fees are: $10.00 per keyhole to re-key. $15.00 per keyhole to master key.
Our labor rates are based on $60.00 per hour. The average keyhole (lock) takes 15 minutes labor to remove and refit. We also charge a service call out fee of $25.00 (within 15 miles of our office).
To determine the approximate cost to re-key the locks at your property, multiply the number (quantity) of keyholes x $25.00. Your total approximate cost will be revealed.
There are many and varied manufacturers of lock and key systems and no two manufacturers are alike. All have different keyways and designs. We factor in the cost of the new tumblers, new keys, labor to remove, disassemble, reassemble and refit. We charge by the keyhole.
The average door has one keyhole on the deadbolt and one keyhole on the handle or lever entry. Some doors have two keyholes on the deadbolt.
Our fees are: $10.00 per keyhole to re-key. $15.00 per keyhole to master key.
Our labor rates are based on $60.00 per hour. The average keyhole (lock) takes 15 minutes labor to remove and refit. We also charge a service call out fee of $25.00 (within 15 miles of our office).
To determine the approximate cost to re-key the locks at your property, multiply the number (quantity) of keyholes x $25.00. Your total approximate cost will be revealed.
Why do car keys cost so much?
Modern cars, especially cars produced since 2001, use computer technology as part of the cars security system. This technology is known as "Transponder" systems. Your car key has a small microchip embedded inside the head. This microchip is read by the ignition, when you turn your key. If the correct key is turned, the security system will allow the engine to start. You can thank insurance companies for forcing the government to pass laws requiring all vehicles to be required to include this technology. Since the implementation of transponder technologies in motor vehicles, the incidence of vehicle theft has steadily decreased annually, which in turn has reduced the amount of money insurance companies have had to pay out on claims.
The modern technology required to program these new keys, can be outrageously expensive for automotive locksmiths and mechanics to purchase. Combined with the wholesale cost of new key blanks that contain the correct microchip, for your vehicle and the raw cost to produce a new original key is significantly more expensive than before.
Even duplicating your existing key can be expensive, due to the new machinery required to produce the mechanical component and the secondary machinery required to program or "clone" the microchip.
Modern cars, especially cars produced since 2001, use computer technology as part of the cars security system. This technology is known as "Transponder" systems. Your car key has a small microchip embedded inside the head. This microchip is read by the ignition, when you turn your key. If the correct key is turned, the security system will allow the engine to start. You can thank insurance companies for forcing the government to pass laws requiring all vehicles to be required to include this technology. Since the implementation of transponder technologies in motor vehicles, the incidence of vehicle theft has steadily decreased annually, which in turn has reduced the amount of money insurance companies have had to pay out on claims.
The modern technology required to program these new keys, can be outrageously expensive for automotive locksmiths and mechanics to purchase. Combined with the wholesale cost of new key blanks that contain the correct microchip, for your vehicle and the raw cost to produce a new original key is significantly more expensive than before.
Even duplicating your existing key can be expensive, due to the new machinery required to produce the mechanical component and the secondary machinery required to program or "clone" the microchip.
Why are Bilock Locks bump proof?
Bilock cylinders are unique in their design. They use only one set of pin tumblers, meaning that there is no "shear line" to separate, as is required in standard pin tumbler cylinders. Combine this with an extra auxiliary security feature built into each key and cylinder and you have the first true 100% bump proof pin tumbler lock available in today's market.
Bilock cylinders are unique in their design. They use only one set of pin tumblers, meaning that there is no "shear line" to separate, as is required in standard pin tumbler cylinders. Combine this with an extra auxiliary security feature built into each key and cylinder and you have the first true 100% bump proof pin tumbler lock available in today's market.
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