Pop-A-Lock Certified A World-Class Franchise By The Franchise Research Institute

Posted on April 19, 2012 by noel

Lincoln, Neb (April 12, 2012) – Pop-A-Lock has received World-Class Franchise® certification from the Franchise Research Institute® and Fran Survey®

The recognition comes after an independent survey conducted by the Franchise Research Institute, in which 72.8% of all Pop-A-Lock franchisees participated.  The survey was designed to determine the level of franchisee satisfaction within the Pop-A-Lock franchise system.

“Using confidential surveys to understand franchisee opinions is vital to building a successful franchise brand,” said Jeff Johnson, founder and CEO of the Franchise Research Institute.  “Pop-A-Lock relied upon our unbiased, third-party research to obtain honest feedback from their franchisees, allowing them to identify strengths and areas for improvement.”

The survey asked Pop-A-Lock franchise owners to rate their franchisor through a series of questions in categories such as overall growth potential, quality, support and communication.

Among the responses received from (Company) franchisees:

•96 % of existing franchisees would recommend Pop-A-Lock as a franchise opportunity

•98% of existing franchisees state they are in a committed, positive long term relationship with their franchisor.

•98% of Pop-A-Lock franchisees state their franchisor encourages high standards of quality performance throughout the organization.

•97% gave a positive grade to their franchise business compared to the local competition.

“High franchisee satisfaction (as identified by Fran Survey) is the best indicator of future system-wide success.  Pop-A-Lock understands this concept and works diligently to support their new and existing franchisees and to meet their ongoing needs,” said Johnson.

This designation inspires our continued commitment to be the best lockout, locksmith and key make service provider for The Woodlands and Conroe communities.

 

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Our service is mobile…we come to you

Posted on February 24, 2012 by noel

Our mission is to be the best mobile locksmith and lockout technical services company in The Woodlands.

When our customers call us for service, whether it is for unlocking a car, home, or business, or re-keying a home or business, or making a key for your car, our quick response and competitive rates sets us apart. The best part is all of our services are mobile. We come to you. Whether you are at home, at work, The Woodlands Mall, hotel, gas station, parking garage, we will be there.

Remember, whatever your locksmith or lockout needs are, Pop-A-Lock of The Woodlands will deliver professional service.

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Don’t be scammed by locksmith imposters

Posted on November 19, 2011 by noel

You may have seen it in the news. It happens all too often. Someone is locked out of their home, car or business and calls a locksmith for help. They quote a price and after doing the work want to collect an amount well above the original quote. The attached story recently aired on NBC’s Today Show (Shady Locksmiths) provides good insight on how you can avoid being a victim of these ignoble characters.

Don’t be scammed…call Pop-A-Lock of The Woodlands and Conroe, your trusted Texas licensed locksmith.

 

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Guess who can make a key for your car?

Posted on October 18, 2011 by noel

Though car keys come in many shapes and technical designs, they can generally be narrowed down to four categories and price ranges:

  1. Mechanical Key – your standard metal key. Pricing ranges from $50 to $100 depending on if you simply need a copy (duplication) or if we need to make a key without the benefit of a copy (origination).
  2. Chip Key – also known as a transponder or VATS key. Pricing ranges from $100 to $150 depending on duplication or origination.
  3. High Security Key – The latest generation of car keys that are laser cut with prices ranging from $150 to $300 and on some makes and models can exceed $500 all depending on duplication or origination.
  4. Proximity Key – Looks more like a keyless remote with prices ranging from $100 to $200. We simply program the new proximity key to your car utilizing a specialized locksmith programming device.

These price ranges are approximations and can run higher if keyless remote commands are located on the key itself. Call us for a price quote…we believe you will be more than pleased with our prices and quick service.

 

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Your best choice for Business Locksmith Services

Posted on September 15, 2011 by noel

Pop-A-Lock of The Woodlands and Conroe offers a wide range of locksmith services specifically designed to increase overall security and safety at businesses of all types and sizes. Employee theft accounts for 48% of inventory loss and $15 billion in lost revenues annually for U.S. businesses. Much of this occurs because of personnel changes, keys that are issued to employees and never returned, or failure to limit/control access to company keys.

Pop-A-Lock can help your business reduce employee theft and improve security through a number of services and specialized products including:

  • Re-key all locks in your business
  • Provide lock repair/replacement/installation
  • Provide key extraction, duplication and master keys
  • Deploy and maintain master key systems

Simply call us and we will come out to your business and deliver fast and reliable professional locksmith services at a competitive rate.

 

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Guess who can re-key your home?

Posted on August 22, 2011 by noel

Pop-A-Lock of The Woodlands and Conroe can help you make sure your home is the safest place possible. If your home is new or it has been awhile since you had your existing home re-keyed, either way, security comes from knowing you have the only keys to your home. Call us and in most cases we can schedule a same-day appointment to re-key your home.

Should you need replacement door knobs or deadbolts we will quote you a price before you approve the work. No surprises. Our locksmith techs are equipped with the tools and supplies to address any situation, including drilling to accommodate the addition of deadbolts, peep-holes, child-proof locks, etc.

Like all Pop-A-Lock services you receive the best in professional service, plus the added value of:

  1. $10 off the total job
  2. Free Key Return Tag with instructions for registering your tag on-line
  3. 3 free keys!

We know you prefer a safe and secure home. Just call us and put Pop-A-Lock’s professional services to work for you.

 

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Think of it as Key Insurance

Posted on July 27, 2011 by noel

Insurance…you pay for it AND you hope you never need to use it. You can relax with the peace of mind that comes from knowing you made a safe decision.

What about insuring your ability to get into your car should you lose your keys? Do you have a second key? Would you like another key…Key Insurance?

Pop-A-Lock of The Woodlands and Conroe makes it easy for you to get an extra copy of your car key. While on a job delivering car door unlock service, home or business re-keying service, etc., simply ask our technician to quote you a price for making a copy of your car key (assuming they don’t mention it first). In most cases our tech has the necessary equipment and supplies with them and can duplicate your key on the spot.

Everyone should have a spare key to their car to INSURE they are never inconvenienced. Count on Pop-A-Lock to provide you this Key Insurance.

 

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Occasionally use your car keys to unlock your car door

Posted on June 17, 2011 by noel

Most cars unlock using a keyless remote. While this is a convenient feature, never using your keys to unlock your car door can result in unnecessary and costly maintenance. Over time, dirt and grime can build up in the lock cylinder preventing your car key from turning the cylinder and unlocking your car. In the event your keyless remote fails (gets wet, batteries fully discharged, etc.) and your key doesn’t turn the cylinder, you could find yourself on the outside looking in.

To avoid this possible inconvenience and possible maintenance and repair expenses Pop-A-Lock of Conroe and The Woodlands suggests you occasionally use your car door key to unlock your car. Doing so will keep the cylinder clear of any excessive build-up of dirt, dust or grime that would prevent the mechanisms in the cylinder from functioning properly.

Even though you have that fancy keyless remote entry device to lock and unlock your car, do it the old fashioned way every now and then. It’s OK; no one will make fun of you.

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Your car remote no longer works?

Posted on June 5, 2011 by noel

Over time the keyless remote for your car may fail, necessitating a replacement. Pop-A-Lock wants you to know you have an option that may save you money. Whether you want to replace a failed remote or add a second remote for your car, we can help you. If you lose your car keys chances are you lost your remote as well. Simply call Pop-A-Lock.

Most keyless remotes today require special equipment to program their use to your car. We have the proper equipment to program these remotes at a price far more attractive than your car dealer can provide. Plus we come to you. While some can still be programmed through do-it-yourself instructions, Pop-A-Lock of Conroe and The Woodlands can help you with both styles.

We can provide generic brand or genuine factory keyless entry remote replacements. Whatever remote your car was originally equipped with we can help, whether it be a simple keyless remote, a remote headed key, a fobik remote, or a proximity remote. Call us and learn more about your choices and the money you can save.

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Car keys, locks, lockouts…we do it all!

Posted on May 6, 2011 by noel

Over the years you have come to know us as the ones to count on for your lockout needs, whether unlocking your car, home or business. You also know us for our free community service of unlocking cars for free when a child is accidentally locked inside. This important service has enabled us to rescue over 250,000 children nationwide since inception.

Pop-A-Lock of Conroe and The Woodlands delivers re-key and installation services for your home and business. This means we can either re-key your existing locks to a new key or install new doorknobs and deadbolts all keyed alike thereby ensuring you possess the only keys to your home or business. Our professional locksmith technicians can also make a duplicate key for your car, originate a car key if you happen to lose your keys, or re-key your car if you feel your existing keys have fallen into the wrong hands.

People have come to know and trust Pop-A-Lock and count on our professional 24 hour locksmith services. If you are locked out, lose your keys, or need locksmith service, contact Pop-A-Lock of Conroe and The Woodlands.

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