Lost or broken keys? Here’s what you can do!
- 20 June, 2025
- Leestijd: 2 min.

Have you lost your keys? Has your key broken off in the lock? Or have you locked yourself out? Then you want to be helped as soon as possible by a reliable and professional locksmith. Unfortunately, there are still many rogue locksmiths active. The specialists at Rotsvast know what you should look out for. This way you can quickly find a reliable locksmith in the area!
1. Consult Google, but skip the ads
When you are in need, you are in a hurry. You consult Google and are inclined to contact the first locksmith in your search results. Unfortunately, many rogue locksmiths use tricks to appear at the top of the search results. So always stay alert!
2. Online research
Find out what kind of locksmith you are dealing with. Does this locksmith have an address that really exists? And what are the experiences of others with this locksmith? These are all details that are essential. Also pay attention to logos and certificates.
Tip: Check the locksmith’s Chamber of Commerce number!
3. Prices
A reliable locksmith communicates fixed and realistic prices and is open and transparent about this. The real professionals often give you an indication of the costs in advance. This way you know exactly what to expect.
Tip: Do not make any down payments or sign anything in advance! A reliable locksmith will check and/or repair your lock or keys and only then send you an invoice.
4. Company logo
Reliable locksmiths drive in vans with their company logo and other certificates. You will also find this logo on the website and on their work clothing. Pay close attention to this!
Tip: Rogue locksmiths regularly change their company name and therefore do not carry a logo.
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Tip: Do you doubt the reliability of a locksmith? Then contact the Rotsvast office in your region during office hours!