The Master Locksmith

445 W. Washington Street
Sequim, WA 98382

"Experience Makes the Difference"

(360) 683-8817

Consumer Education

Bumping Locks – What you need to know

The Master Locksmith 445 W. Washington Street Sequim, WA 98382 (360) 683-8817 Bumping Locks - What you need to know There has been a lot of concern lately, with another mass circulation of emails, regarding "bumping locks". Everyone has a right to...

What you need to know about repo locks

by Shauna Millar

The Master Locksmith 445 W. Washington Street Sequim, WA 98382 (360) 683-8817 What you need to know about repo locks We live and work in a small community, and one of the things we have done a lot of this past year are bank repossessions on homes. Here is...

Locksmiths; value vs perception

by Shauna Millar

It is due to the customers perception of what a locksmith is that we have become under-valued. I believe that the only way to change the perception is through educating the customer so that they can understand the value of a locksmith’s work

To re-key or to let it be

by Shauna Millar

Most locksmiths charge between $10-$20 to re-key a lock (depending on where you are located) if you bring the lock into them. If a locksmith comes out to you, then you may be charged a service call and the re-key charge may be a little higher. (Some locksmith also charge labor on top of that. We don’t.) Note: When calling any locksmith, ask if they charge a flat rate or if there is going to be labor rate as well. Find out what the service call is and the re-key charge per cylinder. Some locks have two cylinders [such as double sided deadbolts] and you will be charged you accordingly.)

I’ve Lost My Keys!

by Shauna Millar

I can not count the times we have had a call from a customer telling us that they have lost their keys to their vehicle and wanting to know if we can make the key from their VIN number.

While in theory, this seems like a perfectly simple request, the solution is not as simple. Depending on the year of your vehicle, you can often go to a dealer and show proof of ownership and they will give you the code. However, if the vehicle is over ten (10) years old, then most dealers roll off that information.

Locksmithing; A trade, not a hobby [Part 2]

by Shauna Millar

The Master Locksmith 445 W. Washington Street Sequim, WA 98382 (360) 683-8817 Locksmithing; A trade, not a hobby [Part 2] I remember the first time I discovered that when I moved into a house, I didn't have to keep the same keys that were handed to me....