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Expert Lock & Security
$65/service call
Estimated price
Scheduling
Type of lock
Responds within a day
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About
We are a locksmith company, located in Arlington Heights, who have been in the business for 45 years. Our name says it all. We are the experts! When you need a pro to give you an honest assessment of your situation. We offer a 10% discount off to Thumbtack customers of the total for all work that has not been previously quoted.
Overview
Hired 97 times
6 similar jobs done near you
Background checked
1 employee
26 years in business
Business hours
Sun11:00 am - 6:00 pmMon10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, Credit card, PayPal, Square cash app, Venmo, and Zelle.
Top Pro status
Top Pros are among the highest-rated, most popular professionals on Thumbtack.
2019
Services offered
Project type
Lost key
Lock installation
Unlock
Lock rekey
Type of lock
Deadbolt
Doorknob
Mailbox
Office furniture lock
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.
Exceptional 5.0
87 reviews
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Read reviews that mention:
Dan K.
Feb 19, 2026
Hired on Thumbtack
Details: Repair broken lock • Deadbolt • I'm flexible
Lock Installation and Repair
Erinn T.
Aug 21, 2023
Hired on Thumbtack
I had a great experience working with Gary. He installed 3 deadbolt lock sets for my home and he took great care to make sure everything was installed perfectly. He also cleaned up any debris from the job and made sure I tested all keys to ensure everything worked as it should. I would recommend him to anyone needing locksmith services.
Details: Install or replace current lock system • Doorknob • Deadbolt
Lock Installation and Repair
Kraig K.
Mar 3, 2023
Hired on Thumbtack
Extremely happy with Gary’s work fixing my lock issue. Quality work, personable, professional, responsive, on time (early), and great value. I will definitely reach out to Gary again for my next lock/ keying project! Thanks again!
Details: Repair broken lock
Lock Installation and Repair
Thumbtack U.
Feb 27, 2023
Hired on Thumbtack
I cannot say enough good things about Gary from Expert Lock & Security!!! I needed a deadbolt repaired/re-keyed and reached out to Gary. I'd been told I needed a NEW deadbolt. Gary got back in touch with me, via chat on Thumbtack and we spoke about my needs. Gary asked me to send some photos and I did. He responded quickly saying I needed a NEW cylinder and NOT a whole new deadbolt. It was a savings of over $75 (from other quotes/estimates I'd received). I called Gary and set-up an appointment. He arrived right on time and it took him minutes to confirm I needed a cylinder only. He was able to replace the cylinder and he used my existing key to match what I have so I didn't need new keys. He even threw in a better key than the one I'd gotten at MinuteKey or wherever it came for. Gary was honest, punctual and efficient. He takes Cash, Checks, most Credit Cards and Zelle. If you want someone with ethics, who works quickly, charges reasonable fees and is friendly, too, call Gary. You won't regret it! I sure don't!!!
Details: Install or replace current lock system • Deadbolt • Doorknob
Lock Installation and Repair
Mary Jane G.
Sep 7, 2022
Hired on Thumbtack
The best ! He fixed another installers past latch work, he changed the hardware and re keyed the door in mins, the goofy bluetooth/software that comes with keyless sytems was a drag but he helped me thru all the obstacles.
Excellent human! Woyld definatley reccomend and rehire again
Details: Install or replace current lock system • Electronic combination pad
Lock Installation and Repair
Credentials
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Gary Nunes