Author · Founder Since 2010
Roye Gvili
Roye Gvili founded Top Notch Locksmith & Security NYC in 2010 and has led locksmith and security work across all five boroughs ever since. He writes and reviews the guides on this blog so New Yorkers get advice that matches what actually happens on real jobs.
About the Author
Two Decades Fixing NYC Locks
Roye started Top Notch as a family-owned locksmith serving Manhattan and grew it into a full locksmith and security company covering Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, The Bronx, and Staten Island. Over the years his team expanded into access control, cameras, and intercom systems for homes and businesses alike.
That day-to-day field experience is what shapes these articles. When Roye writes about rekeying an apartment or choosing a high-security lock, it comes from thousands of real visits to NYC doors, not a template. Every post is reviewed for accuracy against how the work is actually done, and against current New York rules that affect renters and owners.
Top Notch Locksmith & Security NYC is licensed and insured, holds a 4.9-star average across 1,300+ Google reviews, and answers calls 24/7.
Areas of Expertise
- Residential rekeying & lock changes
- High-security & keyless locks
- Access control & intercom systems
- NYC apartment & building security
From the Blog
Recent Articles by Roye
Should You Rekey Your Locks After Moving Into a NYC Apartment?
5 min read
NYC Apartment Lockouts & Package Theft: How to Secure Your Building's Entry in 2026
8 min read
ASAP Commercial Locksmith Near Me: How to Get Same-Hour Service for Office Lockouts, Lock Changes, and Security Upgrades in NYC (2026 Guide)
10 min read
How Does an Intercom System Work? (And What to Do With Your Old One)
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