Yesterday, one of our new customers told us that they have resorted to other tactics.  She called a locksmith service for a quote.  They asked for her address during their conversation.  She gave it without thinking, but did not arrange for their services.  Ultimately, she decided to use our services and scheduled an appointment for the following day.  When we arrived the following day, she said that they had come, too!  They were in an unmarked truck and came unannounced.  She realized what was happening and sent them on their way.

The lesson here is to be wary of giving your complete address until you have decided on a company and are scheduling an appointment.  When a company gives a quote and asks for the location, give a major crossroad close to your location.  This will allow an accurate quote and still protects you from the scammers.

Press Release from June 8, 2009

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Raleigh Locksmith Service Receives 2009 Best of Raleigh Award

U.S. Commerce Association’s Award Plaque Honors the Achievement

WASHINGTON D.C., June 8, 2009 — Raleigh Locksmith Service has been selected for the 2009 Best of Raleigh Award in the Locks & Locksmiths category by the U.S. Commerce Association (USCA).

The USCA “Best of Local Business” Award Program recognizes outstanding local businesses throughout the country. Each year, the USCA identifies companies that they believe have achieved exceptional marketing success in their local community and business category. These are local companies that enhance the positive image of small business through service to their customers and community.

Various sources of information were gathered and analyzed to choose the winners in each category. The 2009 USCA Award Program focused on quality, not quantity. Winners are determined based on the information gathered both internally by the USCA and data provided by third parties.

About U.S. Commerce Association (USCA)

U.S. Commerce Association (USCA) is a Washington D.C. based organization funded by local businesses operating in towns, large and small, across America. The purpose of USCA is to promote local business through public relations, marketing and advertising.

The USCA was established to recognize the best of local businesses in their community. Our organization works exclusively with local business owners, trade groups, professional associations, chambers of commerce and other business advertising and marketing groups. Our mission is to be an advocate for small and medium size businesses and business entrepreneurs across America.

SOURCE: U.S. Commerce Association

CONTACT:
U.S. Commerce Association
Email: PublicRelations@us-ca.org
URL: http://www.us-ca.org