Not all keys are "Just a key".
JD Williams Locksmith Service can help you with nearly all key types. I stock a wide range of keys, from basic house keys to cutting-edge push-to-start smart keys for your car!
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THE LOCKSMITH DIFFERENCE
New Original vs Duplicate Key When you bring in a key to be copied, you likely say you need it 'duplicated'. Whenever possible, JD Williams Locksmith Service will instead 'originate' a brand new key. But, what's the difference? In short: a significantly higher-quality product, for just a few dollars more. Read on for more! Most hardware stores, and even some locksmiths, will duplicate your key. This is fast, easy, and the machines to do this are relatively affordable (only a few hundred dollars). This process is to place your current key on a 'trace duplicator' and run the machine. The machine uses a metal tracer and a cutting wheel to make a near-exact replica of your key. There are two pitfalls with this process:
JD Williams Locksmith Service can do better than that. Good locksmiths know how keys actually work, and have attention to detail on even the smallest jobs. With just a few measurements (either manually or electronically) we can get the data needed to recreate that key exactly how it was brand new. Some keys have a 5-digit or 6-digit number engraved into the head of the key, making this process even easier. Your new "copy" of the key will be made to the factory specifications, and sometimes works better than the one you brought in! So why doesn't everyone do it this way? Three main reasons:
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