Do I need a locksmith what do they do

Often, people find them in a situation and ask themselves, do I need a locksmith what do they do? Locksmiths are expert tradesman who repair, adjust and install residential, commercial and automotive security devices and locks. Locksmiths duplicate and fabricate locking keys, change the combinations of locks, and bypass locks on authorization. Their knowledge and skill in repairing and installing lock sets and conventional security hardware take them to work in residential, industrial and commercial establishments that require changing levels of physical security to protect them from unauthorized entry.

A common misconception that lurks around regarding locksmiths is that they pick locks. While they have the expertise to do this, they also do several other things:

Cut Keys
Locksmiths are able to cut keys for locks in commercial and residential vehicles, buildings, windows, safes, etc. 

Provide Locks for Doors and Windows
Locksmiths are able to repair, service and provide door and window locks, two of the most common types of locks for commercial and residential use.

Provide Locks for Security Safes
Not as popular as the door lock, locksmiths specialize in security safe locks- they are able to open, install, supply and repair several types of security safes and vaults. 

Provide an Auto Locksmith Service
Many of the locksmiths are skilled to provide an auto lock-smithing service. In case a customer’s car is locked and he cannot get access to the key, a locksmith will enable them to gain access to opening their car door if they've locked keys in their vehicle. Locksmiths can also program or reprogram remote keys and transponder keys, repair car key fobs, or provide a new key for the vehicle.

Provide Access Control Systems
Some of the locksmiths are able to install and supply electronic access control systems for their customers, however this is something that not all locksmiths are qualified to offer.

Provide 24 Hour Emergency Locksmith Services
Several locksmiths provide services after hour if individuals have lost their keys, are locked out, or need locks changed or replaced. 

When a locksmith installs locks in a building, he or she usually becomes that building's default locksmith, because of his or her presumed familiarity with the building's locks. Some locksmiths retain extra key sets, by request, to gain quick entry when needed. They also keep records of the types of locks used in a building, replacement or repair work undertaken, and any other relevant information, such as connection with a security system which demands that a code be entered when a door is unlocked.

Locksmith Duties and Responsibilities

• Market security lock systems, keyless entry locks, key control systems, window bars and heavy window or door deadbolts
• Repair or replace damaged components of entrance and exit doors
• Repair and replace damaged door and window locks, hinges and electric locking release mechanisms
• Examine locking mechanisms and fabricate keys to replace lost or damaged keys
• Assist clients in unlocking doors when keys are lost or in changing lock combinations by inserting new pins into locksets
• Design and develop master key systems for banks, power plants, manufacturing plants, warehouses, and apartment complexes
• Install and repair electric strikes and electronic security hardware
• Change lock combinations on safe and vault doors
• Create keys from code
• Duplicate keys for residences, shops, department stores and warehouse as a commercial service
• Open safes when the combination is unknown and change combinations and make repairs to safe locks when necessary