A mobile locksmith is a great resource, but most people don't look for a suitable locksmith until an emergency has arisen. For purposes of your security, it is important to take your time in choosing a locksmith you can rely on in case of an emergency or locks-related services. A good locksmith company should be reputable, licensed and have skilled personnel who are able to operate high technology locks and lock equipment.

There are various services that mobile locksmiths offer. Understanding them can help narrow down your search to locksmiths who offer a range of these services if not all of them. These services include the following.

Lock-out services

These are the most common emergency services offered by locksmith. There are auto locksmiths, residential and commercial locksmiths who pick locks and bypass security systems in case you lock yourself out. When choosing a mobile locksmith, ensure that they are able to handle both home and auto lock systems. This will save you in case you lock yourself out of your car and you looked for a locksmith who is skilled in picking home locks only. Ensure that they are familiar and able to work with the lock and security systems in place.

Lock rekeying

There are various reasons why you would want to have your locks rekeyed. These include when moving into a new house, after a break in, too many people have copies of the keys or in case of lost or stolen keys. All these circumstances jeopardize the security of your home and require lock replacement. However, without these concerns, it is also a good security idea to change the locks in your house at some point. A good mobile locksmith should be able to recommend high security lock systems. Once you change locks, give copies of the key to trusted persons only.

Lock upgrades

With the advancement in technology, some lock systems can be easily tampered with, compromising the security of your home. Mobile locksmiths offer lock upgrade services by installing locks that offer better levels of security. Some of the technological advancements in this industry include introduction of digital locks. These include the following.

• Pushbutton locks. These locks are opened after the correct combination of codes is entered on a pad on the lock. Combination locks are effective since the codes can be erased or changed in case you suspect a security breach or the code is disclosed to an unwanted party.
• Remote control locks. These locks are opened using a remote device and only involves pressing a button on the device. They are also high security locks since one can only open the lock if they have the operating fob. The downside of these locks is that the fob can be stolen, lost, misplaced or accessed by the wrong person.

When choosing a mobile locksmith, ensure that they offer 24 hour services to ensure you are not inconvenienced in case of an emergency.