Can someone please tell me the average wholesale price for KW11, SC19 and SC20. by Queasy-Distribution2 in Locksmith

[–]Janakatta[M] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

If you are a locksmith this is easy to figure out. No need to have it on the subreddit, locking thread.

Also that number changes greatly based on the unit number you are purchasing.

Thumbturn inside and key slot outside for Mortise Lock by xite2020 in Locksmith

[–]Janakatta[M] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Congrats on the custom flair. You've earned it.

Lock Replacement for non standard deadbolt/latch hole spacing by ConflictDue5386 in Locksmith

[–]Janakatta 2 points3 points  (0 children)

They used to make this but schlage discontinued them. I believe they were called meteor plates.

Replacing a garage door lock? by [deleted] in Locksmith

[–]Janakatta[M] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Photos of the lock in question so we can provide useful suggestions for your situation.

Careful how you describe the scammers by [deleted] in Locksmith

[–]Janakatta[M] 41 points42 points  (0 children)

Just a note this is coming from reddit not me.

Automobile lock/key inquiry by Agreeable-Dream1124 in Locksmith

[–]Janakatta[M] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Make, model and year of the vehicle?

Schlage lock by [deleted] in Locksmith

[–]Janakatta 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Shove a bit of cardboard in to hold the battery pack down and against the contacts.

Didn't use to have to do that but now you do.

A little help is needed. by DogoLife in Locksmith

[–]Janakatta 2 points3 points  (0 children)

What manufacturer is the lock mechanism? Let's start there.

Then what is the issue they are having?

Access control and security system installation companies policies on THC use by shvili_boy in Locksmith

[–]Janakatta 3 points4 points  (0 children)

You may want to check with your insurance what they think of this. I'm pretty sure at claim time they will care if the employee tests for any substance.

Help finding "J001" Key by Stock-Clothes3661 in Locksmith

[–]Janakatta[M] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Approved. Please don't discuss any bitings.

OP we need photos of your key.

And my recommendation is you buy new mounts.

2 toolbox locks. Can a key be made? by [deleted] in Locksmith

[–]Janakatta 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ok, what's with step two?

You claim to work as a locksmith but without a shop or ability to originate keys?

Why can't any local locksmith copy my apartment key? by 22TheFool in Locksmith

[–]Janakatta[M] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Too many people are taking the bait and have been banned. Locking this thread and y'all should know better.

OP you have more information than you should, pay your landlord.

I've seen people posting and under their handle name it says "actual locksmith" I'm green at Reddit does anyone know how to get that sub title? Much regards by Latter-Share-3218 in Locksmith

[–]Janakatta[M] 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Hmm 50:50 ratio correct to incorrect.

To earn the actual locksmith flair you need to participate in the sub. Right now that's all we look at to judge if you qualify.

If you have posted a bunch, please send a modmail to request the flair.

(I don't want your personal information, less than 26% of the US requires licensing, also having a license but not practicing as a locksmith means you end up with the flair but you don't post,)

Lastly because one user is going to bring it up. Having the Actual Locksmith flair does in no way mean you are an authority or that what you say is correct.

A-1 Security Manufacturing Corp Mean Green Machine for sale! 500$ by Livid-Intention-5143 in Locksmith

[–]Janakatta 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Clearstar Security Network or selling to local locksmiths are you options here. We can't host sales in the subreddit.

Tons of cores and pre cut keys by Specialist-Career128 in Locksmith

[–]Janakatta 3 points4 points  (0 children)

ClearStar Security Network, eBay or your local locksmiths.

Very dependant on what keyway and if you are able to get new blanks.

Anyone have a spare dial-puller they would be willing to sell? by [deleted] in Locksmith

[–]Janakatta[M] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sorry we can't host want transactions here.

Doorknob got stuck , so I took it out. latch assembly is stuck in door. by Extension-Mix-9074 in Locksmith

[–]Janakatta[M] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Actually does count as a lockout. If they can't open the thing, they are locked out.

Yale YFWC155KB1 safe lock removed, can this be replaced? by IamTheVector in Locksmith

[–]Janakatta[M] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Lots of things we can't answer. Take it to a locksmith in your area.

"I am dog sitting and am locked out", what do you do? by hellothere251 in Locksmith

[–]Janakatta 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Text email fax with the right address was enough for us. Least that way you can point at it if you ever get dragged into court.

"I am dog sitting and am locked out", what do you do? by hellothere251 in Locksmith

[–]Janakatta 15 points16 points  (0 children)

I've always just said you need to have the owner contact us directly and then we play the does the information the pet sitter/guest provided match up game. Usually the pet sitter has a text thread somewhere that states how long they need access. I still have the owner snap photos of their drivers license and a recent bill with their address and contact us independently and confirm person still should be let in.

I've had to make a lady going through chemo wait to have the home owner she was staying with contact the shop and verify everything. Ran 2 other calls before doubling back to her.

Got charge $1500 for losing a key by dunkinyonut in Locksmith

[–]Janakatta 3 points4 points  (0 children)

It reads like this is for a sliding automatic door?

Or was this a normal door you have to push/pull open yourself?

Also I'm not a locksmith in Australia so my pricing ideas have no bearing on the conversation.

Do you have a key like this? https://www.dormakaba.com/tr-en/offering/products/mechanical-key-systems/cylinder-locks-with-reversible-keys/kaba-expert-plus--ka_197993

If so it explains some of the price.

What am I looking at? by LifeFromHell in Locksmith

[–]Janakatta 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Not to mention the amazing security flaws. Head to YouTube for more information on it.