Our Services
Lock Installations
Upgrading your security shouldn't be a DIY project. We provide professional installation for a wide range of industry-leading hardware.
Deadbolts & Entry Sets: Reinforce your home’s primary access points with grade-1 hardware.
Smart Locks & Keyless Entry: Modernize your access control with the latest electronic locking technology.
Commercial Hardware: From panic bars and exit devices to heavy-duty mortise locks.
Hardware Repairs
A malfunctioning lock is more than an inconvenience; it’s a security risk. If your locks are sticking, difficult to turn, or physically damaged, our repair services can often save you the cost of a full replacement.
Misaligned Latches: Fixing doors that don't click shut or stay closed.
Sticky locks: Fixing hardware that is not spinning as smoothly as it should.
Worn Internal Components: Replacing springs and pins to make old locks feel new again.
Rey-Keying
Whether you’ve just moved into a new home or you're managing a commercial facility, controlling access is your first line of defense. We provide professional rekeying that offers the security of a new system without the cost of full hardware replacement.
Residential & Commercial Rekeying: Secure new properties, consolidate multiple doors to a single "One-Key" solution, or quickly respond to lost or stolen keys.
Re-secure without new hardware: If keys exist to your building that you don’t want to function anymore, rekeying is a quick and affordable solution to start fresh
Key Replacement
Security is more than just hardware; it’s a strategy. At Chesapeake Locksmiths, we partner with business owners, facility managers, and homeowners to design comprehensive security blueprints that address specific vulnerabilities and operational needs.
Spare Key Duplication: High-precision copies for family members, guests, or emergency backups.
Restricted Keyways: We can manage "Do Not Duplicate" keys to ensure unauthorized copies aren't made without your permission.
Lockouts & Key Extraction
Getting locked out is a major disruption to your day. Chesapeake Locksmiths provides a fast, efficient response to get you back inside your home or business with minimal downtime. We prioritize the most time-effective solution to ensure you aren't left waiting.
Efficient Entry: We utilize non-destructive entry methods whenever possible. However, if a lock is resistant or specialized, we may recommend replacing it to save our time and your money.
Home Lockouts: Fast response for front doors, deadbolts, and garage entries.
Office & Business Lockouts: Getting your team back to work with minimal downtime.
Broken Key Removal: We safely pull broken bits from the keyway.
Master Key Systems
A master key system is a sophisticated security solution designed to provide the perfect balance between high-level security and operational convenience. At Chesapeake Locksmiths, we specialize in designing and implementing custom key hierarchies that give property owners total control while simplifying access for employees and residents
Streamlined Management: Reduce the number of keys you carry and manage.
Enhanced Security: Control exactly who has access to sensitive areas without compromising overall convenience.
Scalability: Our systems are designed to grow with your business, allowing for new doors and users to be added seamlessly.
Interchangeable Core (IC) Options: For high-turnover environments, we can implement IC systems that allow you to "rekey" a lock in seconds by simply swapping the core.
Door Closers
A properly functioning door closer is essential for the security, climate control, energy costs, and the safety and security of your space. We provide professional installation and adjustment services for hydraulic and overhead closers to ensure your doors close securely and operate smoothly every time.
Installations and replacements: Installing new or replacing existing door openers, including fine tuning it to proper functionality
Closing Speed Adjustments: Calibrating "sweep" and "latch" speeds to prevent slamming or doors staying ajar.
Fire Door Requirements: Ensuring doors latch fully to maintain fire-rated barriers.
ADA Accessibility: Adjusting opening force so that your facility remains easily accessible to everyone
Consultations
We provide on-site evaluations to identify weak points in your physical security. Our consulting services help you make informed decisions about:
Hardware Standardization: Creating a uniform system across your facility for easier maintenance and management that meets the grade of hardware required for your unique circumstances.
Access Control Strategy: Determining the best balance between convenience for staff and restricted access for sensitive areas.
Code Compliance Reviews: Ensuring your exit hardware and door closers meet local fire and Life Safety codes.
Future-Proofing: Recommending hardware that can grow with your business, such as interchangeable core (IC) cylinders for rapid rekeying in the future.