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Service Agreement
One slip of the drill on a custom mahogany door or a 'lost' invoice for an expensive master system will gut your margins and leave you bankrupt. Without a signed paper, you're just a guy with a toolbox getting fleeced by a cheapskate client.
Pro Contractor Tip
Include a 'Limited Liability Clause' to ensure you aren't on the hook for the price of an entire entryway if a door frame or finish is damaged during a standard forced entry.
Why use a written agreement?
Handshake deals are risky. As a Locksmith, "scope creep" is your biggest enemy. A clear agreement ensures everyone agrees on the deliverables before money changes hands.
🛡️ What this sequence covers:
- ✓Deliverables List
- ✓Payment Terms
- ✓IP Rights
- ✓Revision Limits
- ✓Cancellation Policy
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REF: 2026-0011. Project Background
This Agreement is entered into by and between the Client and the Contractor. The Client wishes to engage the Contractor for professional Locksmith services.
2. Scope of Services
The Contractor shall provide the following deliverables:
- Cylinder Rekeying and Pin Replacement
- High-Security Deadbolt Installation and Mortising
- Master Key System Mapping and Implementation
- Strike Plate Alignment and Structural Adjustment
- Emergency Lockout Bypass and Non-Destructive Entry
- Panic Bar and Commercial Exit Device Mounting
- Electronic Access Control Hardware Programming
3. Performance Standards
The Contractor agrees to perform the Locksmith services in a professional manner, using the degree of skill and care that is required by current industry standards.
TERMS & CONDITIONS (Summary):
1. Payment: 50% Deposit required.
2. Copyright: Rights transfer to Client upon full payment.
Disclaimer: This template is for educational purposes only.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I stop clients from 'forgetting' their wallet once the door is already open?
You don't touch the lock until they sign the agreement. A contract that mandates 'Payment Upon Completion' turns a 'favor' into a binding debt you can actually collect on.
What do I do when a simple rekey turns into a four-hour fight with a warped door frame?
Use a 'Discovered Conditions' clause in your scope. It tells the client that if the hardware is junk or the frame is rotted, the price goes up or the tools stay in the truck.
The customer wants me to fix three extra locks for free since I'm already on-site.
Show them the 'Scope of Work' section in your signed contract. If the door isn't on the list, it costs extra—having it in black and white kills the 'while you're here' haggling before it starts.