Do not immediately replace a lock when you talk to a locksmith. A good locksmith can get the door open without putting on a new lock. If you switch out the lock, a simple job could turn into an expensive one. TIP! Don’t hire locksmiths that raise the price after you received for a quote….

Cover your locks before painting. If you paint over the key hole and seal it, the key won’t fit in and you’ll need to contact a locksmith. It can take time to cover every lock, but that takes less time than having them change every one. TIP! Be skeptical of any locksmith that offers one…

Research any locksmith prior to hiring them for a job. You need to be sure that you’re not going to hire someone that doesn’t have your best interest in mind. Some locksmiths are scammers and will make copies of your keys. TIP! Even if a locksmith is something you will never have need for, it…