FAQ
Why it is recommended by locksmiths to rekey all locks when moved into a new house?
You don't know who worked before you in that house. May be they have changed all the locks and provided you changed locks keys. So, in order to make you safe, always change all the locks before moving to a new house or apartment..
When should I call a locksmith for routine checkup of my locks?
You should call you locksmith in interval of 8-10 months to make sure that your locks are working fine or not. Routine checkup will also make you confident about your house's safety and security.
Is possible to get the approximate cost for a specific locksmith or security task?
YES. Either call us by phone, contact us, or go to our FREE ESTIMATE web page and fill the form. We will review your form and one of our professional locksmiths will give you a free evaluation.
Why do you recommend locks that seem so expensive?
We have found through experience that you get what you pay for, nothing hurts more than having to replace a cheap lockset that has worn out prematurely. We here at Penn Locksmith believe that you should only have to pay once for your security needs. Purchasing the very best hardware you can afford, will keep your security needs cost effective.
Should I change locks after an employees leaves?
Yes, Yes, Yes, not only are you protecting your assets, but you are also protecting the ex-employee. If you have a problem and you did not change the locks who do you look at? You cannot narrow down the list of suspects to only those in your employ. If you change the locks then you can eliminate the ex-employees as suspects, and concentrate on current key holders.
Can I schedule a specific appointment time ?
Atwe are equipped to handle emergency situations as well as scheduled appointments.
From where I get stuff to learn more about Master Keying?
There are so many information available to learn more about Master Keying like The Manual of Master Keying by Gerry L. Finch, another one is by Jerome Andrews "Fundamentals of Master Keying", Master Keying by the numbers by Edwards, etc.
Why it is important to make sure that the locksmiths are licensed and professional?
There are many reasons to assure that your locksmith is licensed or not because these days locksmithing is becoming a business. Everyone is trying to become a locksmith whether he has specific knowledge or not. As a result, fraudulent activities are also increasing. That's why, in order to avoid fraud, it is important to make sure that locksmith is licensed or not.