Reputable locksmith in Rotherham

Looking for a reputable locksmith in Rotherham.

What to look for

• Good reviews/ referrals
• Accreditation
• Experience – years trading
• Branding
• Local tel number

These are a few points to go through when searching for a reputable locksmith in Rotherham.

Reviews are fake, aren’t they?

Some are. I often see a new locksmith around and will check him out on Google, keeping an eye on the competition. He has six reviews, but all on the same day, and then there are none.

Then you can use referral sites like “check a trader”; when you sign up, 50 reviews for signing up.

Genuine reviews will name the locksmith personally, whether it is John, Jack or Jane, rather than the “engineer.”

Another point to be wary of is too many 5-star reviews compared with the competition. Nobody suits their customers 100% of the time. The odd 1-star shows that this person is human and occasionally makes mistakes. 

Accreditations

We are members of the Association of Accredited Locksmiths. I joined when I first became a locksmith, and though not a big organisation, they vet all members and are a source of great assistance when needed. Regular meet-ups are excellent to expand on new information. 

How many years of trading

This counts for experience and knowledge. Becoming a locksmith is all about spending time on tools. My initial training taught me 1% of what I know now. Could you work out if the locksmith has experience from his website? Facebook will show this very quickly. 

Branding

I am proud to put my name on my van and my clothes wherever I go. Turning up in a car without visible branding would immediately put me off. 

Local tel number

With the advent of mobile phones, local numbers still count as a tick in the box. You don’t need to use it, but it’s still good to see. 

 

I’d advise you to follow a few tips there should you need a reputable locksmith in Rotherham. I hope you’ll choose me to do the work as I’ve worked hard to build up a good reputation in the many years I’ve done this job in the local area. However, if you choose to go elsewhere, I’d urge you to follow the advice above and choose a reputable company to ensure your safety and security.  I care about my business, but I also care about the profession and don’t like to see rogue traders giving it a bad name.  A little research will help you avoid making a bad situation much worse.