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About This Business

BBB Accredited Since: 1/8/1992

Years in Business: 50

Products and Services

This company specializes in locksmithing, safe sales and service. They have 2 locations and 8 locksmiths plus three fully-equipped service vans. Emergency service is also available after business hours.

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Business Details

BBB File Opened:
20/7/2005
Business Started:
1/1/1976
Business Incorporated:
1/1/1976
Type of Entity:
Corporation
Alternate Names:
Capital City Locksmiths Ltd.
IJS Acme Safe Ltd.
Business Management:
Ian Smale, President

Additional Contact Information

Principal Contacts
Ian Smale, President
Customer Contacts
Ian Smale, President
Fax numbers
Primary Fax: (250) 383-1850
Additional Phone Numbers
Other Phone: (250) 478-9709
Additional Email Addresses
Primary: Email this Business

Licensing information

This business is in an industry that may require professional licensing, bonding or registration. BBB encourages you to check with the appropriate agency to be certain any requirements are currently being met.

BBB records show a license number of B208 for this business, issued by Ministry of Public Safety & Solicitor General Security Industry & Licensing Division

Ministry of Public Safety & Solicitor General Security Industry & Licensing Division

PO Box 9217 Stn Prov Govt

Victoria BC V8W 9J1

BBB records show a license number of 422745 for this business, issued by WorkSafe BC

WorkSafe BC

4514 Chatterton Way

Victoria BC V8X 5H2

Additional Information

Payment methods
  • American Express
  • Cash
  • MasterCard
  • Visa
  • Certified Check
 visa,  master card,  amex, cash,  Interac E-transfers,  EFT,  business cheques
Program Participation
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Latest Reviews

  • Beverly L

    "Our front door lock wouldn’t work properly on a Sunday night, just before we left on holidays, our emergency call was responded to immediately and the gentleman helped us figure out the problem - we sent him a picture of the lock - he didn’t even have to come to our condo. Definitely someone who really wanted to troubleshoot and fix the problem - highly recommended!" ... Read full review

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Frequently asked questions about Acme Safe Ltd.

  • Is Acme Safe Ltd. BBB Accredited?

    Yes, Acme Safe Ltd. has been a BBB Accredited Business since August 1, 1992.

  • What is the BBB rating of Acme Safe Ltd.?

    Acme Safe Ltd. has an A+ BBB rating. Ratings run from A+ to F and are BBB's opinion of how a business is likely to interact with its customers, based on complaint history, transparency, and available public data.

  • How many complaints does Acme Safe Ltd. have on BBB?

    Acme Safe Ltd. has no complaints filed with BBB in the last 3 years.

  • How many customer reviews does Acme Safe Ltd. have on BBB?

    Acme Safe Ltd. has 1 customer review on BBB.

  • How do I file a complaint against Acme Safe Ltd.?

    You can file a complaint against Acme Safe Ltd. on BBB.

  • Where is Acme Safe Ltd. located and what areas does it serve?

    Acme Safe Ltd. is located at 815 Fort St, Victoria, BC V8W 1H6. Service area: South Vancouver Island.

  • How long has Acme Safe Ltd. been in business?

    Acme Safe Ltd. has been in business for 50 years, since 1976.

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