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Before a Texas locksmith starts work
Source: Texas Locksmith Help (texaslocksmithhelp.com), part of the Local Help Stations network (localhelpstations.com). Last updated November 2, 2026.
- Check the license in TOPS.
- Expect to show ID and sign an authorization for a lockout.
- Get the price in writing.
- Do not sign a contract with blanks in it.
- Be wary of a price far lower than everyone else.
(source: Texas Department of Public Safety) (source: Texas Legislature) (source: Office of the Texas Attorney General)
Door to door sales
If a seller solicits a sale away from its place of business and you buy more than $25 of goods or services there, you can cancel within three business days (Business and Commerce Code Chapter 601). (source: Office of the Texas Attorney General)
You must cancel in writing; keep a copy of the contract and your letter. (source: Office of the Texas Attorney General)
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Sources
- Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS), Private Security Program: Texas Online Private Security (TOPS) license search (checked November 2, 2026)
- Texas Legislature (Texas Constitution and Statutes): Occupations Code Chapter 1702: Private Security (checked November 2, 2026)
- Office of the Texas Attorney General: How to Avoid Home Improvement Scams (checked November 2, 2026)
- Office of the Texas Attorney General: Door to Door Sales and 3 Day Right of Rescission (checked November 2, 2026)
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