Mike German is one of the owners of Silver State Locksmith in Las Vegas. He has worked in the locksmith trade for more than 20 years.
Silver State Locksmith is a 24 hour mobile locksmith for homes, businesses and cars. Mike writes about the things people call us for most: car keys and key fobs, lockouts, home and business security, and how to hire a locksmith you can trust.
Read his guides below, or call (725) 280-5051 any hour.
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Posts by Mike German
Is It Cheaper to Replace Locks or Rekey?
Rekeying beats replacing locks on price in almost every case. See typical costs, a worked Las Vegas example, and the four times a new lock is worth it.
Lost Your Car Keys With No Spare? Here Is What to Do
Lost every car key? Here is what a Las Vegas automotive locksmith needs from you, what a new key costs, and why you do not need a tow to the dealership.
How to Avoid Locksmith Scams in Las Vegas
The $19 locksmith ad is the start of a scam. Learn how the bait and switch works, the red flags to watch for, and how to verify a licensed Las Vegas locksmith.
How Much Does a Locksmith Cost in Las Vegas?
Typical Las Vegas locksmith prices for lockouts, rekeys and car keys, what changes the price, and how to get a straight quote before anyone is dispatched.
Emergency Locksmith in Las Vegas. 24/7 Help When You Need It Most
It always happens at the worst possible time. You've just finished a long shift, it's 2 a.m., the desert air is still 90 degrees, and you're standing outside
Safe Repair And Replacement In Las Vegas. What Kind Of Safe Is Best For You?
Safe repair and replacement in Las Vegas, plus a guide to home, business, car and vault safes and what each one is for. License P64-00012. Call (725) 280-5051.
Best Locks to Secure Your Home in 2026. What Actually Stops a Break In
The best home locks for 2026 from a licensed Las Vegas locksmith. ANSI grades, deadbolts, smart locks, and the cheap door frame fix that stops most kick ins.
4 Tips In Hiring Home Locksmith Services
Do you wonder how burglars enter a locked home? According to the State of Safety survey, burglaries are the most common property crime concern in the US.
Locked Out? We Can Help, Day or Night
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