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Five Tips For Picking a Locksmith
During an Emergency

People in Los Angeles never think about locksmiths until they need one. Then there's a break in, a lockout or a lost car key and suddenly finding a good, local locksmith becomes an obsession. Unfortunately, this causes most Angelenos to start looking for a locksmith at the worst possible time in the worst possible way: during an emergency when they are stressed, feeling vulnerable and in a rush to get life back to normal as quickly as possible. Hurried decisions in such circumstances can be disastrous. Picking the wrong locksmith which can be an expensive mistake with long-lasting repercussions.

The expert's advice? No matter the situation, only consider working with locksmiths who can answer "yes" to these key questions:

1. Is the locksmith really based in the greater Los Angeles metropolitan area? Many so-called "local" locksmith companies are actually little more than phone services. These virtual companies call in various independent contractors who "act" as their locksmiths. The expertise of these fly-by-night independents can vary widely.
2. Does the locksmith offer true 24 hour emergency service? There's nothing more frustrating than calling a locksmith at 3:00 A.M. only to learn that no one will be available to help you for another five hours.
3. Will the locksmith provide a FREE estimate before beginning a project? Estimates protect you from unscrupulous contractors who want to take advantage of you during an emergency. You can get in over your head fast if you begin a project without having an estimate in hand.
4. How experienced is the locksmith? Calling in a rookie can result in expensive damage to your home or car. Only work with experienced professionals who have the expertise to do the job correctly.
5. Is the locksmith licensed, insured and bonded? This is critical. While unlicensed, uninsured contractors may offer a low price, the risk is if something goes wrong (e.g., an injury, major property damage, etc.), you the homeowner are financially responsible.

At Fidelity Locksmith Services, we believe the best plan is to establish a working relationship with a reliable locksmith before an emergency occurs. We recommend contacting us today at 877-740-5060 for a FREE security consultation.