We just closed on a house in Nolensville — how soon should we rekey? ⌄
As soon as you get the keys. Between builders, subcontractors, realtors, and previous owners, you don’t really know how many copies exist. Rekeying is quick and gives you control immediately.
My deadbolt is “tight” only on the front door — is the lock going bad? ⌄
Not always. A lot of the time it’s door alignment or the strike plate position (especially with seasonal shifting). We’ll check alignment first because fixing that often makes the lock feel brand new.
Do keypad locks work well on Nolensville homes with big temperature changes? ⌄
Yes, but battery quality matters. Cold snaps can make weak batteries show their age fast. We usually recommend fresh name-brand batteries and making sure the bolt throws smoothly (a sticky bolt drains batteries quicker).
Can you key all my exterior doors to the same key? ⌄
Often yes. It depends on the lock brands and whether the cylinders are compatible. If you’ve got mixed hardware, we can either match what’s compatible or recommend a simple upgrade path so everything runs on one key.
I lost my car key at a field or sports complex — can you still help? ⌄
Usually, yes. As long as we can access the vehicle and confirm ownership, we can often make a key on-site. The exact solution depends on the year, make, model, and whether it’s a smart key or a standard transponder key.
My car says “Key Not Detected” — is that always a dead fob battery? ⌄
Battery is the first thing to check, but it’s not always the cause. Wrong aftermarket fob, damaged fob board, or a vehicle-side issue can also trigger that message. We’ll start with the easy checks before pushing expensive fixes.
What do you need for proof of ownership for car keys? ⌄
Typically ID + registration (or other proof). We’ll tell you what’s needed based on your situation and the vehicle.
Will you drill my lock if I’m locked out? ⌄
Not unless it’s truly required. We try damage-minimized entry first.
