Reports of customers being under quoted and over charged for locksmithing related work has become ever to common these days. So how does one avoid such scams and  go about finding a Reputable Professional Locksmith.?

First off make sure that you locate a local phone number, that is one in you area code.  Avoid all 1-800 numbers unless they have a an additional local number listed as well.  Try to find someone that you’ve heard of or ask a friend.  Next make sure that you get an estimate for the work that is to be done prior to the locksmith coming out. Once the locksmith arrives verify that the vehicle they came in is marked with a company logo, if not turn them away; you want someone invested in their line of work.  Again ask them what the charges will be before they begin to perform any work.  Don’t let them tell you any stories of why they need to charge you double because the gas pump will shut off if you don’t stick the keys in the ignition within 10 seconds.Tall tales like this defy common sense and should be cause for you to call another locksmith without paying the scam artist standing in front of you a single dime.  In addition to getting them to reiterate their rates ask to see their valid and current locksmith license.  Any Professional Sacramento Locksmith operating his business legitimately will be able to provide such ID when requested.  When the work is done if the bill is other than quoted and you were not notified in advance to why it was going to cost more, refuse payment and contact the local authorities.  If the bill is acceptable then make sure you receive a copy of it in addition to a business card; you never know when you or you friends will need a good locksmith again.

In closing trust your gut if something doesn’t seem up to par chances are its not.  If your in the Greater Sacramento area please contact you local Sacramento Locksmith.  We at NorCal Locksmith pride ourselves on Professionalism and Quality Locksmithing work.