Guides
How to check a California locksmith's licenseWho needs a BSIS locksmith license, the $10,000 penalty for posing as one, background checks, branch offices, contractor licenses for bigger jobs and how to look a company up.Locked out? How to avoid locksmith scamsWhat to check before you call, what to ask on the phone and at the door, drilling and replacement, car lockouts and what to do if you were overcharged.Illinois locksmith licensing: agencies, insurance, PERC cards and license numbers in adsWhat 225 ILCS 447 requires of Illinois locksmiths and agencies: qualifications, insurance, training, advertising, exemptions and discipline.Rekey or replace your locks? A guide for new homeowners, landlords and businessesHow rekeying differs from replacement, when to do which, master key systems, smart locks, pricing questions and checking the locksmith first.