Wednesday, February 25, 2015

Tips for Winter Driving from Pop-A-Lock Locksmiths Cincinnati

As February comes to a close, temperatures are still frigid in Cincinnati. Not only does this mean the community should take extra precaution on the road, but it also means that children are more at risk for injury if accidentally locked in a vehicle. Remember that Pop-A-Lock Locksmiths of Cincinnati offer a free car door unlocking program called PALSavesKids when a child is locked in an a vehicle unattended. Be sure to call 9-11 and then Pop-A-Lock Cincinnati to get your child out safely without damaging your vehicle.


Tips for Safe Driving in Winter Weather
  • Assure that your battery has enough power to start up in lower temperatures
  • The lower the temperatures get, the more tire pressure you can lose. Check your tire pressure often to prevent flats. In the case of a flat, call Pop-A-Lock of Cincinnati for roadside assistance!
  • You can find lubricant that will protect your car door locks from freezing in most auto stores.
  • Don't let your gas get below half-way full to prevent the fuel lines from freezing over
  • Never follow too closely when the roads are icy and lower speed to prepare for slick braking

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Friday, February 20, 2015

Top Tips for Avoiding Locksmith Scams

As you may know by now, the Locksmith industry is still one of the most heavily scammed industries in the U.S. and the scammers haven't been slowing down. In fact, Fox 19 Now recently preformed an investigation in Green Township to reveal some of Cincinnati's scammers.



Pop-A-Lock of Cincinnati is always your trusted professional locksmith contact for the following areas Bativia, Bridgetown, Cincinnati, Cloverdale, Covington, KY, Delhi, Delhi Hills, Elmwood Place, Fairchild, Finneytown, Forestville, Mack, Mason, Miltin , Montgomery, Mulberry, Newport, KY, Norwood, Sherwoodvillage, St. Bernard, Taylor Mill, KY, Wilder, KY, Cold Springs, KY, Crescent Srings, KY, Crestview Hills, KY, Edgewood, KY, Erlanger, KY, Fort Mitchell, KY, Fort Wright, KY, Highland Heights, KY, Southgate, KY


Follow these seven tips for avoiding the ever prevalent scammers in the Cincinnati area:
  1. Beware of companies who answer the phone with "locksmith company" or refuse to give a legal business name
  2. Be sure to ask for identification when the locksmith arrives
  3. Get a quote before any work is done, including emergency services
  4. Check for extra charges like emergency hours, mileage, or call minimum before you accept service
  5. On site price should match your quotes price - if not, do not accept service
  6. Most legitimate Locksmiths will arrive in a professional marked vehicle
  7. Most locksmiths will never have to drill a lock, so proceed with caution if this is their go to solution

  8. Always trust Pop-A-Lock of Cincinnati with your locksmith needs! Call (513) 772-8644!