How to Rekey a Schlage SecureKey Deadbolt

by | Dec 29, 2011 | Locksmith Training

Schlage SecureKey locks are customer rekeyable locks. You must have an existing Reset (blue) key and a different cut Reset (blue) key and operating keys. The lock is identifiable with a “+” stamped at the top center of the keyway or cylinder plug.  ...

How Much Can You Make as a Locksmith

by | Dec 4, 2011 | Locksmith Business Plan

I get asked how much a person can make as a locksmith.  If you work for a locksmith company or as an in-house locksmith (Hospital, University, School Board, etc.) wages range from minimum wage to union wages of approximately $30.00+ per hour.  The more experience the...

Plug Spinner: Must Have for the Lock Picking Kit

by | Nov 27, 2011 | Locksmith Training

A vital tool for Beginner and Professional Locksmiths is a plug spinner or lock flipper.  A plug spinner is used can if a cylinder is picked in the wrong direction, or if picking requires the plug to be rotated in one direction and then flipped. Sometimes the lock...

Week 15

by | Nov 24, 2011 | 52 weeks Sales Plan

Last week I sent out an email suggesting everyone place a Craigslist and Kijji Ads because its FREE and its FREE. (It also works). Example: On Monday (November 21, 2011) a customer called me and asked for a quote for a rekey and R&R SCDB job from Craigslist. The...