Being locked out of your home can be a scary and desperate situation. No one wants to be barred entry from their own home, therefore figuring out how you’re going to get back in may be distressing.

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KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — Scammers are operating in East Tennessee as legitimate locksmiths, and they’re cheating people out of lots of money. To bait customers, scammers will use fake online ads.

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Have you ever gotten a key copied in a sketchy store hoping to save a few bucks, only to realize that it doesn't fit the lock that well?