How to Verify a Maryland Locksmith License and Avoid Scams
By Mega Lock And Key · MD Locksmith License #394 ·
Maryland requires locksmiths to be licensed by the Maryland Department of Labor. Before anyone comes out, ask for the business name and license number and look it up on the state license search; a legitimate locksmith gives both without hesitation. Mega Lock And Key is Maryland Locksmith License #394.
How to check a license
- Ask on the phone for the business name and the Maryland locksmith license number.
- Look it up on the Maryland Department of Labor license search. The name should match the business you called.
- Check it again on arrival. The technician should be able to show ID and the license.
Warning signs of a locksmith scam
| Red flag | What a legitimate locksmith does |
|---|---|
| A generic name like "Locksmith Services" with no business name | Answers with a real business name you can look up |
| No license number, or a refusal to give one | Gives the Maryland license number on the phone |
| A vague quote that changes after arrival | Gives a clear quote for your job before coming out |
| Wants to drill the lock first on a simple lockout | Opens most lockouts without damage; explains first if drilling is needed |
| Does not ask for ID or proof of ownership | Checks photo ID and proof you live there or own the car |
Why the ID check protects you
A locksmith who opens a door or makes a car key without checking ownership would do the same for anyone. Expect to show photo ID and a registration, title, lease, or other proof. If the papers are locked inside, a good locksmith opens the door first and checks them then.
Directory listings
Some search listings are lead generators that pass your call to whoever is available. Look for a business with its own website, its own phone number, real job photos, and a license number you can verify. About Mega Lock And Key.