Locksmith scams are not a new story for those in the industry but for the average consumer, it is eye opening news that is shocking and terrifying.
I believe one of the reasons this problem has persisted is due in part to the nature of the locksmith industry. Typically, the average consumer only needs a locksmith a few times in their life. This infrequency of use makes the consumer unaware of the issue and might assume the price these locksmith scammers charge is justifiable. These scammers steal hundreds of millions of dollars from consumers every year. The numbers are staggering. What’s more upsetting is that these dollars leave the Country and go overseas immediately. A professional locksmith pays local, state, and federal taxes which supports their local communities economy.
Aside from the obvious problem of security issues when dealing with an illegitimate company, these locksmith scammers typically destroy your door locks, car locks, and car windows. They have no regard for your property and will demand payment several times what a professional locksmith would charge.
Certain locksmiths have taken it upon themselves across the country to fight these impostors but it is a war against what some would characterize as a pyramid scheme. Some people contest that these locksmith scammers are all connected on a Nationwide level! Small victories are being won in this battle such as in the case of Mike Bronzell of All Hour Locksmiths in Chicago Illinois. 1-800-UNLOCKS® has locksmiths in Chicago and surrounding counties that we have partnered with. You can see ABK Lock & Safe and Chi-Town Locksmith here.
The problem is obvious. The solution is also obvious. It is 1-800-UNLOCKS® view that we are the solution to this problem. With 1-800-UNLOCKS® (800-865-6257), you get a centralized phone number to reach a professional locksmith from anywhere. Our locksmith members are local professional locksmiths. It is in their best interest to provide exceptional service to their customers 24/7. Professional locksmith organization, the SOPL, believes that the 1-800-UNLOCKS® programs is a great way to combat these scamming locksmiths at their own game while helping out the consumer.
As always, thanks for reading and always be thinking how you can better serve your customers.
Always call 1-800-UNLOCKS® (800-865-6257) when you need a locksmith! Tell your friends a family to stay safe!
