WHAT TO CONSIDER WHEN CHOOSING A LOCKSMITH COMPANY
Whether you have broken your key in the lock of your front door, or want to install state-of-the-art access control systems at your business, it is critical to work with a trustworthy, professional, and experienced locksmith company. Unfortunately, there are a number of less-than-reputable individuals and companies in the industry, and working with them can cause more damage (not to mention security risks) for your home or business. How can you find a locksmith company that is not only trustworthy but experienced enough to complete the job effectively?
CHECK THE LICENSE OF YOUR LOCKSMITH & THEIR COMPANY
Before agreeing to any service, make sure that you see your locksmith’s license and identification. Requirements for locksmith licensing and paperwork vary by state, so be sure to check what the laws are in your area. It is also important to note that some states do not require a locksmith to get a license.
REQUEST AN ESTIMATE BEFORE ANY WORK IS DONE
It goes without saying that a fair and reasonable price is one of the most important things in any business transaction. When you call a locksmith company, make sure you get a cost estimate on the service you require. A qualified and trustworthy locksmith will be able to give you an estimate, and won’t try to inflate their prices after the job is done. It is also important to ask about supplemental charges that may be applied (like weekend rates, fees for emergency services, and other charges you may not anticipate).
VERIFY BUSINESS LOCALITY
While many companies may say (or have listed) that they have local offices, make sure that this is actually the case before you do business with them. Locksmith scamming is a lucrative industry and there are many disreputable companies with an out-of-state location (or even no physical location) that will send out an unlicensed locksmith to take advantage of you. One way to verify a listed address is to search it in Google Maps, then check out the Street View of the location. If the place the office is supposed to be is just an empty lot, it is likely the business is not reputable.
DO YOU NEED AN EXPERIENCED, LICENSED & TRUSTWORTHY LOCKSMITH?
If you’ve been looking for a licensed and credible locksmith, then look no further! The Flying Locksmiths have been a national provider of security for the past 70 years and have acquired a litany of customers that can attest to our reliability. If you’re in need of any of our locksmith services, we encourage you to give us a call at 1-800-649-5397. We hope to hear from you soon!