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Locksmith: What you need to know

Tiger Towing • Nov 04, 2015

You’re heading home from the store or rushing your kids to school when you discover you’ve locked yourself out of your car. Everything suddenly stops because of a simple mistake and now you’re stranded. It’s an incredibly frustrating situation to be in and you don’t want to add more stress to it by making the wrong call. Whether you lost your keys or locked them in your car, the first thing you should do is enlist the help of a locksmith. While doing so, you are putting your trust and money into a person or company you may know little about.

Even though most companies have your best interests in mind, it is still recommended to be mindful of your decisions. According to the Better Business Bureau, some companies seek to capitalize off of the vulnerability of their clients and inundate them with frivolous fees or charges. The total cost of service could be upwards of $350 when the initial quote was $25, says the BBB.

Unfortunately, most victims pay because they are at the mercy of the locksmith in order to

get back into their car or home.”

So what can you do to protect yourself? Many say the best time to find a trusted locksmith is before you need one. This way you will be ready. Investigate and research companies ahead of time to help you make an informed decision when the time comes. There are a variety of companies and services out there, so it is crucial to find the one that fits your needs. Don’t find yourself ill prepared if you’re locked out; have locksmith contact information accessible just as you would have an emergency kit prepared .

Ask the important questions, seek the opinions of those you trust and research online to paint an accurate picture of the locksmith. The BBB has a list of tips to help you along the way.

At Tiger Towing, our services encompass a wide range of auto needs. From roadside assistance and towing to locksmithing, we offer a holistic approach to car care for our clients. We are here to help when you need it most and we strive to provide a seamless customer service experience for all of our customers . To prepare yourself for what the road brings, make sure to have our contact information easily accessible anytime you or your family drive.

Open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, we will be there to help within 45 minutes. A towing company may not be the first company to cross your mind, but if you trust us with your towing needs, then allow us to help if you find yourself locked out.

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