Four Ways To Prevent Locksmith Fraud

Hayden Safe & Lock pride ourselves on being honest and reliable locksmiths in the North Shore. Unfortunately, though, plenty of opportunistic people prey on customers who need their locks replaced or fixed. It’s all too common for people to pretend to be locksmiths to gain access to a property and, consequentially, homeowner belongings. Still, you can avert disaster before it starts. Prevent locksmith fraud with the following tips or call us when you need a locksmith.

 

 

1.) Know the signs

Once you observe people’s behavior, it can be easy to find patterns that show something is “off.” If the person claiming to be a locksmith has no official indication that they work with a company, wants a cash payment up front, or is merely acting a way that makes you uneasy, they could very well be pretending. Knowing the signs is helpful and keeps you aware of would-be intruders.

 

2.) Read reviews

If a company has done something wrong to customers, you can guarantee that someone on The Internet has had a quip about it. Thanks to social media’s prevalence, it’s easier than ever to provide feedback to companies – good, bad, or indifferent. Before you give a business a call, look up their reviews and see if people are singing their praises. It’s an easy and efficient way to gauge their capabilities.

 

3.) Look for qualifications

Any locksmiths in the North Shore worth their salt should have plenty of certification and business practices that are good enough to keep their business afloat. If you notice little to no certification or mention of skills from the company you want to contact, they are probably not experienced enough to give you quality service. Or, they could be frauds.

 

4.) Ask questions

In-person interaction can be valuable for several reasons. One thing it can do is show you how truthful someone is being. If you have any doubts, you should ask questions about a locksmith’s practice, what they expect, and their history with the locksmith industry. Should they not be able to provide concrete information or avoid these subjects, it could be an indicator of fraudulent practice.

 

 

Locksmith fraud is disheartening and affects far too many people. As professional locksmiths in the North Shore, we always want to keep customers in the loop and spread knowledge about the industry. If you need professional locksmith service, contact Hayden Safe & Lock. Give us a call at (978)-744-0988 and see what we can do for you today!

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