Locksmith advice for Minnesota homes and cars

Straight answers from the people who do the work: what to do in a lockout, how car keys and fobs work, what a Minnesota winter does to locks, and how to spot a scam.

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Lockouts · 3 min read

Locked out of your house? What to do in the first 10 minutes

Locked out of your house in Minneapolis or the suburbs? A calm checklist for the first 10 minutes, what not to do, and how to get back in without damage.

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Consumer tips · 3 min read

How to avoid a locksmith scam: 9 red flags

Minnesota's Attorney General warns about fake local locksmiths. The 9 red flags, what a fair estimate looks like, and how to check a locksmith before you call.

AirJack inflatable wedges and a long-reach tool used to open locked cars

Winter · 3 min read

Frozen car door or lock? What works in a Minnesota winter

Car door frozen shut or key will not turn? What actually works in a Minnesota winter, what makes it worse, and how to keep doors, locks and key fobs working.

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Car keys · 3 min read

Lost your car key fob? Your replacement options, explained

Lost or broken car key fob? How transponder keys, flip keys and push-to-start fobs work, dealer vs locksmith, what to bring, and how to avoid the expensive case.

Inside the SOS van: tool chests, drawers of parts and power tools

Consumer tips · 3 min read

Does Minnesota license locksmiths? What to check instead

Minnesota has no state license or bond requirement for locksmiths. What that means for you, what some cities require, and how to check a locksmith in minutes.

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