{"id":35,"date":"2012-02-03T07:52:32","date_gmt":"2012-02-03T07:52:32","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/soslocksmith.com\/blog\/?p=35"},"modified":"2014-01-02T14:18:49","modified_gmt":"2014-01-02T19:18:49","slug":"locksmith-manhattan","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.soslocksmith.com\/blog\/locksmith-manhattan\/","title":{"rendered":"Locksmith Manhattan \u2013 Avoiding Locksmith Scams"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Manhattan may be New York City\u2019s smallest borough, but it\u2019s one of the most popular business and cultural centers in the country, and also in the world.\u00a0 It\u2019s no surprise that thousands of people take up residence in the city each year.\u00a0<\/strong> However, the same wealth of opportunities that may have attracted you to the city also attracts a lot of scam artists and other unsavory individuals.\u00a0 Even finding a reputable <a title=\"Locksmith Manhattan\" href=\"http:\/\/www.soslocksmith.com\/locksmith-manhattan.asp\">locksmith in Manhattan <\/a>can cost you, if you\u2019re not careful.\u00a0 That\u2019s why it\u2019s important to know what to look for, when searching for a locksmith in Manhattan.<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re located in Manhattan, you most likely live in a multiple-dwelling building, instead of a private house.\u00a0 This means that your exposure to a <a title=\"Locksmith Manhattan\" href=\"http:\/\/www.soslocksmith.com\/locksmith-manhattan.asp\">locksmith in Manhattan<\/a> will probably be because you lost your keys, need extra locks on your door, or have some other basic need.\u00a0 But when you go on the hunt for a locksmith located in Manhattan, the choices can be overwhelming.\u00a0 And unfortunately, along with the legitimate locksmiths, there will also be ones who are ready and waiting to scam you.\u00a0 Below are some tips to help you avoid being scammed:<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Be prepared beforehand \u2013 have the business card or phone number of a 24-hour <a title=\"Locksmith Manhattan\" href=\"http:\/\/www.soslocksmith.com\/locksmith-manhattan.asp\">locksmith in Manhattan<\/a> at hand, just in case you ever need it;<\/li>\n<li>Check out a locksmith\u2019s reputation before you use their service \u2013 visit the BBB\u2019s website or read what other people have to say about them in blogs;<\/li>\n<li>Look for the business online and in other resources \u2013 if they do not seem to exist, find a business with a clear presence and a good reputation;<\/li>\n<li>Find out what the work will cost first \u2013 get an estimate, and don\u2019t let the locksmith do the work if he\/she quotes a different price later;<\/li>\n<li>Check if the locksmith in Manhattan has the proper license, and has insurance;<\/li>\n<li>Ask neighbors for the names of locksmiths they have used.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>SOS Locksmith NYC is dedicated to providing legitimate, first-rate locksmith services in Manhattan, as well as intercom and safe sales and services.\u00a0 We also offer alarm, closed-circuit television, ironwork and access control installations. During our thirty years of business, we have gained an excellent record with the BBB, along with multiple trade associations and consumer affairs.\u00a0 <strong>SOS Locksmith NYC offers all major locksets brands to our customers, such as Multilock and Medeco; and a wide range of architectural hardware such as Omnia, Emtek and Baldwin.\u00a0<\/strong> Our service personnel are comprised of fully licensed and highly qualified locksmiths and door service technicians.\u00a0 We are available 24\/7 to meet your locksmith and security needs in Manhattan.\u00a0 Call us today to get a free estimate.<\/p>\n<p>Read About: <a title=\"Locksmith NYC\" href=\"http:\/\/www.soslocksmith.com\/locksmith-nyc.asp\">Locksmith NYC,<\/a> <a title=\"Intercom and Alarm\" href=\"http:\/\/www.soslocksmith.com\/nyc_locksmith\/services\/main\/3\/alarm_and_intercom_systems.htm\">Intercoms and Alarms<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<div style=\"padding-bottom:20px; 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