Then again, maybe they took this phrase seriously. We’ll never know.

One thing we do know is that there are several locksmith services available to Dallas-Fort Worth residents that they would be interested in if they only know about them. From installing voice intercoms to programming key fobs, there are several services a DFW locksmith can provide. Here are five of them:

1. Safe Installation and Maintenance

Not all locksmiths sell and install safes, but we do at A-1 Locksmith. In reality, we deliver, install and can even maintain safes in the Dallas-Fort Worth area for both businesses and homes. Whether you’re trying to decide which safe is best for your needs, have a safe you need to install or remove, or you’re looking for ways to improve your safe with accessories, we have you covered with our safe installation and maintenance services.

2. Voice Intercoms

Business owners in North Texas will be happy to know that a locksmith can provide professional intercom services as well. Whether voice or video, we can ensure you have peace of mind and awareness when it comes to who is accessing or visiting your business. Thanks to today’s technology, intercom systems are more reliable than ever and are helping more and more businesses prevent unwanted access to entry points.

3. Key Fob Programming

You don’t have to go to the dealership or an expert for your vehicle brand to get a key fob programmed. Whether you’re replacing an existing key fob or buying a new one, we can ensure it’s set up properly and we are a more affordable option than most dealers. In fact, DFW security companies like A-1 Locksmith can provide a variety of auto security services.

4. Security System Assessments

Maybe you don’t even know what you need? A reputable Dallas-Fort Worth locksmith like A-1 Locksmith can provide assessments and consultations for any security need, including security systems. This is especially beneficial if you’ve had your system for years and it hasn’t been checked in a while. You can also ask about upgrades that would make sense.

5. Emergency Response

Most people know that they can call emergency services for life-threatening situations, plumbing emergencies and so forth. But did you know this can apply to locksmiths as well? The most common type of emergency situation is when someone is locked out of their home or business, but A-1 Locksmith can provide a quick response for any timely security issue that doesn’t deal with an immediate threat to physical safety. 

These are just a few of the wide variety of locksmith services we offer at A-1 Locksmith. To learn more about how we can help you and the security needs of your Dallas-Fort Worth home or business, visit one of our locations today.

Like with all purchases a person makes in life, it’s important to know exactly what you’re getting for the money that is being spent. What’s more, it’s important to be able to learn to recognize and distinguish high quality services and products from low quality ones. Unless you learn early on the signs of a locksmith who’s promising more than he really offers, you may become part of a locksmith scam. Here are three common signs to look out for:

1. Advertisement Prices

One of the easiest ways to spot a locksmith who over-promises and yet under-delivers is through ad prices. A locksmith who’s looking for business may post an unbelievable notice advertising a fantastic price, or quote you a low price over the phone. Unfortunately, this scheme works all-too-often; many innocent home and business owners in the Dallas area will often fall victim to a low ad price. While a low price can be tempting, remember that a low price doesn’t guarantee quality. What’s more, a low ad price may not be the price that you’re actually charged upon the locksmith’s completion of services – always confirm a price before the locksmith performs any duties in order to ensure you don’t become part of a fraudulent trick. If you see a price listed in an ad that sounds too good to be true—like $10 to $20 for locksmith services—it probably is.

2. Turnaround Times

When you’re locked out of your house or your office, there’s no doubt that you want to gain access to your space quickly. However, don’t be fooled into locksmith offers that promise a 10-minute arrival and fix. A locksmith can very rarely guarantee a completion time without first knowing your specific location in regards to his or her own, as well not knowing the type of lock that needs to be addressed. If a locksmith promises you a near-instantaneous turnaround time, beware – the locksmith may just be trying to hook you in order to make a quick profit.

3. “You Need More”

Also a trick often seen in the auto repair industry, don’t let a locksmith fool you into believing that you’re going to need a more intensive solution to your locked door (and that in the end, it will all be for your own good). Some swindling locksmiths will try to convince you—and often quite aggressively—that a drill needs to used to open your door, that your lock needs to be replaced, or that another method of entering the home will be necessary. The vast majority of doors can be opened using tools that will not sacrifice the integrity of the lock – no drills necessary.. If a locksmith tells you that you need something more than the basic service, he’s probably promising much more than will actually be delivered, and for a much higher cost.

Always Know What You’re Getting Into

Avoiding over-promising, under-delivering locksmiths in the Dallas area is easy; the locksmiths at A-1 Locksmith are proud to always deliver exactly what we promise. We quote what you pay and we have a reputation you can verify online or through the thousands of customers we have throughout DFW. Contact us today for all of your residential and commercial locksmith needs.