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Why are locksmiths so
expensive?
We’ve all been there, asking ourselves this same exact question
while contemplating breaking a window to get back inside. After some “serious”
deliberating you decided to call a locksmith while still wondering; “Why are
locksmiths so expensive?”. There really is a simple answer; they aren’t. Locksmith
services are reasonably priced, but with the rise of national locksmith
companies, consumers are often stuck paying for extra hidden costs.
So what is a national locksmith company?
A national locksmith company (NLC) is a
call center service that often appears to be a local business by using a local
area code, which then redirects to a call center. National locksmith companies
use aggressive sales tactics to overshadow the local tradesmen. They usually
own all the large ads in phonebooks and are the top Google listings when searching
for a local locksmith. These call center companies subcontract their work back
to these same local locksmiths, but tack on extra fees, so you end up paying
more to cover the advertising and sub contracting costs! Due to these
misleading adverts, it is often hard to spot a genuine local business.
Support your local tradesmen.
Dealing with a local locksmith ensures you
are getting a quick response from a reliable, trustworthy tradesman who wants
to uphold his good reputation. When dealing with a NLC you can be stuck waiting
for hours for a locksmith as the contractor they send could be anywhere up to
50 miles away. When searching for
reliable, affordable locksmith services, the best advice is to go local!
Finding a local locksmith can be the key to saving your money. There are many
benefits for going local with your locksmith. For example, if you’ve just
returned home from work to find your house key still hanging inside on the key
hook, would you phone a call center, wait on hold, only to be told your
locksmith won’t arrive for 4 hours? Alternatively, would you rather contact a
locksmith based in your own city, who could be to your rescue in just 15
minutes? Seems like a pretty clear decision! Contacting a local company means a
quicker response, and often, more reasonably priced rates- you save money and
time! Local tradespeople take pride in providing dependable, efficient, quality
service- there’s value in a good reputation.
Protect
yourself!
Local locksmiths will have an employee
answer the telephone and can easily give you a quote for their service. A NLC
will have a receptionist answer, wanting to know all your details before
issuing a quote. Ask questions about
your local area if you aren’t certain that you’ve contact a local locksmith; always
contact more than one locksmith for a quote.
Locksmith services have been wrongfully
dubbed expensive because of call center type companies; educate yourself on
these shady practices and lock your wallet away from these hidden costs.
Choose
Locksmith Care
At Locksmith Care, our great reputation is
built upon putting our customers first, and providing excellent reliable
service at affordable rates. Whether you’re locked out of your home, or if you
have a complex series of locks that requires a professional locksmith – we are
certified master locksmiths with a 15-minute response time. We are proudly
owned and operated within Toronto ON - if you’re in the GTA and need a fast,
courteous, trustworthy locksmith, give us a call at 416-828-2596. Our local
locksmiths are always available for 24/7 emergency services to ensure you are
never left out in the cold. Feel confident working with us and call us today
for professional work that won’t break the bank.
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