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Overview of Locksmith Tools
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Every trade has its own tools, language and ways of doing things and locksmithing is no different. It has a very specialized skillset, methodology and approach to problems. Key to solving those problems are the tools they use. The vast majority of the locksmiths work is getting people into their property when they’ve locked themselves out, mainly their homes or car.
To do this without damaging, or wrecking the door, lock or car, the locksmith has to have specific tools, and the skills to use them. We have all seen in the movies where someone pulls out a little wallet and uses a couple of picks to pick a lock in a couple of seconds. Most of that is artistic license as it usually takes a lot longer than a couple of seconds to pick all but the oldest locks. There are five main tools for the locksmith to be able to pick locks, the electric pick gun, plug spinner, tension wrenches, computerized picks and the key extractor.
The electric pick gun is a small electric drill that has various picking implements that can attach to it. This has been heralded as “the end of lock picking” as it makes defeating locks so easy. A scary thought if one of these got into the wrong hands. It uses a drill like motion to jiggle the pins in different ways in order to open the lock and can access almost every kind of key lock in the world.
The plug spinner needs more skill to use. It’s used to rotate and lift the lock plug in order for it to open. To make it work, the smith needs to know in which position each different type of lock will automatically unlock.
Tension wrenches are similar to those tools you see on TV. They are normally only in a set of three though, and work inside the lock to move the pins and hold them in place to they can all be freed to undo the lock.
Computerized picks are for more complicated locks and combination systems. It’s capable of working at blinding speed and calculating different pins and disc patterns.
Key extractors are used to remove broken keys and foreign objects from the keyhole. Broken keys are one of the most popular calls a locksmith gets, this tool allows them to quickly and easily remove the debris from the lock so they can then pick it open.
In the vast majority of cases, the locksmith should be able to pick your door open, whether its property or car. It’s only under exceptional circumstances that they would have to damage, drill or otherwise break a lock in order to gain access. If a locksmith advises he needs to break something in order to gain access without really trying to pick his way in, send him away. It’s only in very rare circumstances they ever have to do that.
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Being Careful when Calling in a Locksmith
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Locksmithing is an ancient and honorable profession, one that has been popular in Europe since the middle ages, when locks first became prevalent in society. Ever since then, good locksmiths have helped people protect and access their property, right up to the present day.
The vast majority of locksmiths are genuine, honorable, qualified and legitimate operators. Like many professions than need trust, there are those few who make things difficult for the rest of us. The need for security is one of the basest needs we have. After that of warmth, food and shelter, to feel safe is one of our most basic requirements. However fast or far society advances, that won’t change any time soon and until it does, locksmiths will always be in demand.
So how do you choose a legitimate locksmith? By following a couple of really simple rules and preparing in advance. It stands to reason you’re going to need our services at one point, so it makes sense to research and prepare in advance. Check local businesses, Yellow Pages, industry websites, word of mouth and other sources to find a good tradesman.
A legitimate locksmith will have a registered business address if not a retail store. If you find one over the internet, check the address with your local Chamber of Commerce, or other entity that can verify the existence of a business. That way you have a trail that can be followed if necessary. Put the business name through a search engine and see what’s said about them. Look in particular for forums or other social sites where feedback can be left. They can often be a good source of positive or negative feedback about a tradesman.
Only choose a locksmith that is industry affiliated. That means a member of Associated Locksmiths of America and other state run bodies. A locksmith needs a license to operate, and those licenses are administrated somewhere, check there. If the chosen smith isn’t a member of any trade body, move on.
This might seem a lot of work, but it will only take 10 minutes in reality, and considering you’re trusting the security of your home, car and family to them, it isn’t time wasted. Doing this research now will prevent you panicking and phoning the first one you find. Once you have a “favorite” locksmith, keep his number handy in the home and in your purse or wallet. You might need their services while you’re out or locked out of your home.
A good locksmith will also quote you a price over the phone. It will be only an estimate as we never know what we’re going to find until we get there. If your locksmith of choice hedges or won’t give a quote over the phone, move on. Even if we can’t give you a definite figure we can certainly quote our call-out and dollar per hour as a guide.
Do yourself a favor, stop reading this and go find yourself a legitimate locksmith right now. You’ll be glad you did one day.
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