What Does Smart Lock Installation Include in Montgomery County?
A smart lock that is not installed in a properly aligned door does not work correctly, regardless of how good the hardware is. We have been installing door locks and hardware throughout Montgomery County for over 10 years. The door needs to latch cleanly first, then the lock gets installed so it operates exactly as it should. Property Renovators Handyman Services handles smart lock installation throughout Montgomery County, MD. Licensed handyman MHIC #112963.
Whether you are upgrading to keypad entry, installing a deadbolt, or replacing old hardware throughout the house, we handle the full job.
Based in Gaithersburg, Property Renovators Handyman Services is the local choice for homeowners who want the job done right the first time.
What's Included
Smart lock installation including Schlage, Kwikset, Yale, and others
Deadbolt installation on exterior doors
Door alignment check and adjustment before lock installation
Strike plate relocation if the door has shifted
Keypad programming and user code setup
App pairing and WiFi or Bluetooth connectivity setup
Full hardware set replacement including knobs and levers
Lock rekeying coordination if needed
Good Reasons to Call
You want to stop carrying keys and switch to a keypad
You moved into a new home and want to change the locks
Current deadbolt is worn, stiff, or not engaging fully
Smart lock you installed yourself is not working correctly
Door does not latch cleanly and the lock is sticking
You want to give family members or service providers their own codes
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. We install the deadbolt hole and the latch bore if they do not exist. The door gets the right preparation before the lock goes in.
Yes. We program the keypad, pairs the lock to the app, and sets up user codes before we leave. You should not need to read a manual.
Yes. A door that does not close and latch cleanly will cause a smart lock to fail or drain its battery fighting to engage. We check and adjust the door before installing the lock.
One to two hours for a standard smart lock replacement. Installing on a door without an existing deadbolt bore takes two to three hours.
Yes. Wood, steel, and fiberglass doors, single and double, standard and non-standard sizes. We assess the door first and advises if there are any compatibility issues.
Check your door backset measurement first: the distance from the door edge to the center of the bore hole. Standard is 2-3/8 inch or 2-3/4 inch. Most smart deadbolts include adjusters for both. Also check door thickness, which should be between 1-3/8 and 2 inches For standard locks.
We check the fit before starting installation. If the bore hole is the wrong size, we have the tools to modify it for a clean, tight fit. We tell you about any additional work before touching anything.
Yes. A quality lock on a weak strike plate provides limited security. We install a reinforced strike plate with 3-inch screws into the stud behind the door jamb when we install any exterior lock.
Download the app and create your account before We arrive if possible. The initial pairing is easier when the app is already set up. We walk through the first pairing and test the connection before we leave.
Yes. Property Renovators Handyman Services serves all of Montgomery County, MD including Gaithersburg, Rockville, Germantown, Silver Spring, Bethesda, Potomac, Olney, and surrounding areas.
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