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Be Aware! I didn't know this until recently.

Evidently there are unscrupulous locksmiths that are running rampant in this industry.  When we need a locksmith we find a number in the Yellow Pages, 411 or go online and Google locksmiths. These calls may connect you to a "boiler room" where unlicensed, unscrupulous locksmiths leave their names and numbers. Consumers should be especially careful of locksmith's services on the internet. An elderly couple was duped by calling an 800 number that they found on the internet.  California law requires locksmiths to be licensed. Make sure you are using a locksmith that is reputable and has a license.

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Ann Hayden 636-399-7544
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Select Properties-St. Louis Missouri - Des Peres, MO
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Jean,

Interesting post.  I did not know you needed to be licensed to be a locksmith.  It makes sense though.  I am going to check if Missouri requires this.

Have you ever heard of a bump key.  Google it and watch the video.  It is kind of scary.

Ann

Dec 10, 2008 02:17 PM