The Master Locksmith
445 W. Washington Street
Sequim, WA 98382
"Experience Makes the Difference"
Tips & News
Locksmiths; value vs perception
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
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!
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]
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....
Locksmithing; A trade, not a hobby [Part 1]
Once of the biggest problems that I have noticed when it comes to being in the locksmith industry, is the lack of recognition from our customers that this industry is a trade. It requires training, with a side of more training to keep up with what is going on. However, most people seem to view it some one who has ‘retired’ and are now doing the ‘hobby’ of being a locksmith.
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It served the Communities of the
North Olympic Peninsula
in Washington State:
Sequim
Carlsborg
Port Angeles
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and surrounding communities