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ps158

in Locksmith and Security 9 years and 9 months ago

how to secure basement hatch from inside

What are the best ways to retroactively create a mechanism to secure a basement hatch from the inside? Our current hatch, which is fairly new,…

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Updated 9 years and 9 months ago

ps158

in Locksmith and Security 9 years and 9 months ago

how to secure basement hatch from inside

What are the best ways to retroactively create a mechanism to secure a basement hatch from the inside? Our current hatch, which is fairly new,…

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stickerhappy

in Locksmith and Security 9 years and 11 months ago

Need a file cabinet lock picked- any (cheap) suggestions?

I have a file cabinet in the basement and I can’t find the key. I know I could call a locksmith from a key shop…

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Updated 9 years and 9 months ago

asimplenoise

in Locksmith and Security 9 years and 10 months ago

entry door lock/hardware questions

I’ve done some research on the forums, but wanted a newer take from folks on this topic…. Our 2 panel ‘historic’ entry doors have a…

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Updated 9 years and 10 months ago

asimplenoise

in Locksmith and Security 9 years and 10 months ago

entry door lock/hardware questions

I’ve done some research on the forums, but wanted a newer take from folks on this topic…. Our 2 panel ‘historic’ entry doors have a…

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huesos

in Locksmith and Security 10 years ago

Experience with Video Intercom Systems?

Our coop is considering changing out our old audio only intercom system to a video system. However, upgrading the system is not cheap and we’re…

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Updated 9 years and 10 months ago

stickerhappy

in Locksmith and Security 9 years and 11 months ago

Need a file cabinet lock picked- any (cheap) suggestions?

I have a file cabinet in the basement and I can’t find the key. I know I could call a locksmith from a key shop…

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huesos

in Locksmith and Security 10 years ago

Experience with Video Intercom Systems?

Our coop is considering changing out our old audio only intercom system to a video system. However, upgrading the system is not cheap and we’re…

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donuttle

in Locksmith and Security 10 years ago

2Easy Intercom

Posting this for repairstuff. “Hi, Does anyone have a 2Easy intercom system installed on their building or know anything about it? It was recommended to…

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donuttle

in Locksmith and Security 10 years ago

2Easy Intercom

Posting this for repairstuff. “Hi, Does anyone have a 2Easy intercom system installed on their building or know anything about it? It was recommended to…

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bradeinhorn

in Locksmith and Security 10 years and 4 months ago

Deadbolt replacement

Need to replace a deadbolt on our apartment entry door, and maybe the knob and lock below? Any reliable recommendations on this?

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Updated 10 years and 4 months ago

bradeinhorn

in Locksmith and Security 10 years and 4 months ago

Deadbolt replacement

Need to replace a deadbolt on our apartment entry door, and maybe the knob and lock below? Any reliable recommendations on this?

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deancollins

in Locksmith and Security 13 years and 3 months ago

Replacing older gate lock

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/502d09e806cca-.jpg I need to replace an older gate lock for our brownstone. Currently there is so much “play” in the old metal spindles even when…

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Updated 10 years and 11 months ago

bedstuytownhouse

in Locksmith and Security 13 years and 8 months ago

Video intercom installation cost for three units?

Hi all, Does anyone know the approximate cost to have a video intercom installed for a three unit building, including wiring?  Also, any recommendations for…

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Updated 11 years and 1 month ago

redukkha

in Locksmith and Security 11 years and 2 months ago

Aiphone vs. Comelit

Anyone have any thoughts which one to go with? Thanks!

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redukkha

in Locksmith and Security 11 years and 2 months ago

Aiphone vs. Comelit

Anyone have any thoughts which one to go with? Thanks!

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chillym

in Locksmith and Security 12 years and 11 months ago

Miguel Locksmith - HIGHLY recommended

In case anyone is in need – I can’t speak highly enough about these guys. Won’t use anyone else (especially not those 24-hour services, seems…

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Updated 11 years and 7 months ago

bluehelen

in Locksmith and Security 12 years and 4 months ago

Recommendation for a terrific ironworker

Just wanted to post a recommendation for a really great ironworker who my husband and I recently had the pleasure of working with.  We hired…

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bluehelen

in Locksmith and Security 12 years and 4 months ago

Recommendation for a terrific ironworker

Just wanted to post a recommendation for a really great ironworker who my husband and I recently had the pleasure of working with.  We hired…

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chillym

in Locksmith and Security 12 years and 11 months ago

Miguel Locksmith - HIGHLY recommended

In case anyone is in need – I can’t speak highly enough about these guys. Won’t use anyone else (especially not those 24-hour services, seems…

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