Most people do not think about locksmiths until something goes wrong. A key snaps, a door jams, a fob stops working, or you move into a new home and suddenly have a pocket full of keys that do not feel safe. This FAQ is here to answer the common questions we hear at Pronto Locksmith Services from Plano TX and the surrounding 15-20 mile radius.
If you do not see your exact situation here, that is fine. These are just the most frequent questions. Real life is always a little messier, and that is where we are most useful.
Yes. Pronto Locksmith Services is fully licensed, insured, and bonded to work as a locksmith in Plano TX and the surrounding cities. When our tech arrives, you can always ask to see identification and company details. We want you to feel safe from the first hello.
We are based in the Plano area and have been serving local homes, cars, and businesses for more than 20 years. When you call Pronto Locksmith Services, you speak directly with someone who knows the area, not a generic call center. Our techs drive local roads every day and can usually tell what part of town you are in just from the landmarks you mention.
We work in Plano TX and a 15-20 mile radius that includes places like Frisco, Allen, McKinney, Richardson, Carrollton, Addison, Garland, Murphy and the nearby pockets in between. If you are not sure whether you are in range, tell us where you are and we will let you know quickly.
Yes. We provide 24 hour locksmith service for Plano TX and the surrounding area. Daytime, late at night, weekends, and holidays - someone from Pronto Locksmith Services is always on call for emergency locksmith situations.
Response time depends on traffic and your exact location, but because our mobile locksmith techs are already driving around the Plano area, we can usually reach you quickly. When you call, we will give you a realistic time estimate based on where the nearest tech is at that moment.
Situations like locked out of house, locked out of car, broken keys in locks, doors that will not secure, or security issues after a break-in are all treated as emergencies. If a lock problem is stopping you from being safe, getting inside, or closing up a business, we treat it as urgent.
Costs depend on the type of job, time of day, and the hardware involved. Simple jobs like basic lockouts are usually less than work that includes replacing parts or installing new locks. When you call Pronto Locksmith Services, we ask a few questions and give you a clear price range before we come out.
Yes. We explain the expected cost before we begin any work. If we find something unexpected once we arrive, we talk it through and agree on a plan before moving forward. No surprise fees, no hidden charges at the end.
Yes. Our car locksmith techs use professional tools and methods that are designed for modern vehicles. We open doors carefully and do not break windows or force hardware. The goal is a clean unlock so you can get back on the road with no extra problems.
In many cases, yes. Our auto locksmith team can make replacement car keys on site for many makes and models, even if you do not have the original. Tell us the year, make, and model when you call and we will let you know what we can do for your vehicle.
Pronto Locksmith Services can handle key fob programming and many transponder key services without a dealership visit. We bring the equipment to you, which often saves both time and towing costs. Some very new or rare models may still require a dealer, but most everyday vehicles can be handled by our team.
Yes. A key stuck in ignition is a common auto locksmith call. We safely remove the key, inspect the ignition cylinder, and repair or replace parts if needed. We will also check your key to see if it is worn out or damaged so we can help prevent the problem from coming back.
We strongly recommend it. When you move into a new home, you do not know how many copies of the old keys are still out there. Pronto Locksmith Services can rekey locks so the old keys stop working and new keys take over, using the same hardware. It is an easy way to feel fully in control of your new place.
Rekeying means we change the internal pins so a different key works in the same lock. Changing locks means we remove the entire lock and install a new one. Rekeying is usually more affordable when the existing hardware is still in good condition. Pronto Locksmith Services will explain which option makes more sense for your doors.
For residential locksmith work in the Plano area, we often install or service brands like Schlage, Kwikset, American Security, Weiser and similar quality hardware. The best choice depends on your door, your budget, and how you use the entry. We can suggest simple upgrades or stronger options if you want more security.
Yes. We provide commercial locksmith services for offices, shops, restaurants, warehouses, clinics, and more in and around Plano TX. That includes rekeying, lock repair, new hardware installation, and helping with locks on back doors, storage rooms, offices, and storefronts.
We can design and install master key systems so owners, managers, and staff have the right level of access. One key can open several doors for authorized people, while other keys are limited to specific areas. We keep the layout simple so you always know who can open what.
In most cases, no. Pronto Locksmith Services focuses on non destructive entry methods. We open the lock using tools and techniques that protect the door and frame. If a lock is already damaged beyond use, we will explain that and offer repair or replacement options.
Often yes. Depending on the lock type, we can decode or replace the cylinder and then cut a new key that fits. This applies to many home, business, and vehicle locks. Tell us what you are dealing with and we will let you know the options.
Most online guides do not match real world locks. Trying random tricks from videos can bend your door, damage your frame, or break internal parts of the lock. It may turn a simple job into a more expensive repair. If you are locked out, the safest option is to call a professional locksmith like Pronto Locksmith Services and let us handle it without harm.
If your situation feels a little unique or you are not sure which category it fits into, that is completely normal. Real life rarely fits into perfect FAQ boxes. Call Pronto Locksmith Services, tell us what is going on, and we will give you a clear answer and a simple plan. Whether you are in Plano TX or one of the nearby cities we serve, we are here to help you get back to normal as quickly as possible.
