Looking Out For Locksmith Scams

There are scams in nearly every avenue of the world. There are few industries that don’t have some sort of issue with scams. Focusing on locksmiths, there are no doubt great people that work in this industry. In fact a lot of people are honest and do their best to help others. However in this field, like any other, there are some people that aren’t going to be so friendly and will scam you and others fast.

Protecting yourself against scams can be simple if you know what to look for. With that in mind consider a few notes on the industry and how you can avoid getting scammed out of your hard earned money.

The Quote Issue

First and foremost many companies will offer a quote outright. If you call someone that doesn’t want to give you a basic quote then you may be talking to a deceptive individual. Companies should have a set price for their work even emergency options especially in this field. Ask about location, whether they are licensed or bonded, and see how the conversation goes. An honest company will provide you with this information to ensure that you are making an educated decision. Others will not give up details as they are purposely trying to just get paid fast.

Where Are You Calling? 

Perhaps one of the most nefarious of issues that you will face in regards to locksmith scams is in regards to whom you’re calling. It’s not uncommon to call for tech support and reach people in another country but what about the trades? You don’t expect to get a call center for this type of work but it’s starting to proliferate a lot of listings. When you call up a listing you find in an ad you may end up contacting a large corporation with call centers in other regions. When they show up to your home you will have to pay more than the quote as they will have a lot of “upsells” to try and throw your way.

Protecting Yourself

The best way to protect yourself is to look online for reviews of locksmiths. Look for options that are local, experienced, and licensed. That way you can ensure that you are protecting yourself from predatory scams in this field.

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