Locksmith of Toronto ON Canada Advises Customers About Locksmith Scams

April 19, 2012 - PRLog -- Toronto, Canada, April 20, 2012 - Locksmith of Toronto ON Canada expresses alarm about the growing locksmith scams.  The company alerts their customers that there are unlicensed companies existing.  They also notify the customers of how the scam works.  

These are the things that the customers need to be cautious about:

   Be alert of locksmith companies that answer calls with broad phrases like “locksmith services” instead of their specific legal name.  In this case, ask for the business’ legal name.
   The moment the locksmith arrives, ask for identification.  Some states requires licensed like, Alabama, California, Illinois, Louisiana, New Jersey, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Tennessee and Texas.  Legitimate locksmiths will also ask for your identification before starting to work.  
   Make sure to get an estimate before any work begins, especially during emergency service..  Most locksmith companies have free estimation over the phone.  
   When calling for a locksmith, inquire about extra charges for things like emergency hours, mileage or service call minimums before you agree to have the work done.
   If the locksmith’s collects a price doesn’t match the estimate over the phone, do not allow the locksmith to start working.
   Take note that most locksmiths use a marked vehicle with their business name on it.
   During lockouts, be alert of locksmiths that immediately suggest and insist on drilling or replacing the lock.  Locksmiths are supposed to have equipment and skills to unlock any kind of lock.


“Locksmith of Toronto ON Canada continues to protect their customers not just in their homes, offices and cars but also in getting reputable locksmiths.”  the owner, Tracy Brown declared.  

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Locksmith of Toronto ON Canada http://locksmithoftoronto.com is a locksmith company based in Ontario, Canada.  The company has been a trusted locksmith company, serving almost a decade.  They offer various locksmith services such as, residential, commercial, automotive and emergency locksmith service.