Important Things to Consider When Hiring a Locksmith
Tyler Smith • Mar 24, 2021
Hiring a locksmith can be a little tricky considering the job they're entrusted to do.
In today’s world, security and safety are becoming more and more important. And the security of your home and office are at the top of that list. When you hire a locksmith, you want to make sure they're trustworthy. After all, you are trusting them with your home, office and vehicle safety when you allow them to change, repair or replace your locks. In Boulder, finding a trustworthy locksmith can be challenging when face with the number of choices. Following are a few tips to consider when you are choosing and hiring a locksmith.
Do Your Research
Choosing just any locksmith can make you regret your decision.
- We recommend that you take the time to read their website. Alot can be understood by the content of their site. Did they take the time to make it informative? Do they cover their cost? Their payment policies? Do they have a guarantee on their work? Do they list their license number? Do they have actual locksmith photos from work they've done?
- We all know how powerful reviews are for local businesses these days, but don't forget to read their responses to these reviews. How do they handle a poor review? How do they respond to a good review? Are they personable? Do they demonstrate a level of care in their responses?
- Finally, call the business and speak with them or their representative. The way they are with you on the phone will tell you a lot about the way they will deal with you when you hire them.
Ask Questions
There are a few questions you need to ask before you hire any locksmith.
- Can they give you an estimate of their charge?
- Are they commissioned based or salary based? (Commission based locksmiths have the "opportunity" to upsell you on possibly unnecessary products or services)
- Can they get to you in a timely manner in both emergency and non emergency situations?
- What are their accepted forms of payment? (Cash only? Red flag)
- Can they give you a written invoice at service completion? (It's important that you have documentation in the event that you need to ask for a refund, repair, or replacement on services they provided. A paid invoice also serves as documentation that you paid for your service in full. An invoice also gives you contact details for the locksmith company in case you need to reach them again)
- Do they offer a guarantee on their services?
- Do they offer a guarantee on parts?
- Do they offer a wide variety of services or just a few? (legitimate locksmiths will be trained and skilled to serve many locksmith needs, from lock repair, lock replacement, lock installation to car lockouts, home lockouts or the opening of a mailbox or a safe.
- Ask for their license number or inquire about their training and any training certificates that are relevant.
Hiring Ty's 303 Locksmith for your locksmith needs will guarantee you've made a sound decision. We are confident that if you weigh Ty's 303 Locksmith against the recommendations above, you will see that we tick all the boxes.