24-Hour House Lockout Services in Firestone Colorado

If you’re locked out of your home in Firestone, Colorado, we can help!

Fast, affordable, and professional 24-hour home lockout services in Firestone, Colorado

Locksmith Services Longmont is a Longmont-based mobile locksmith company that provides quick and inexpensive home lockout services to our surrounding communities such as Firestone, Colorado. We have an average arrival time of 30 minutes or less from the time we receive a call for help, and we are open 24/7, including on weekends and holidays. All of our mobile lockout technicians have years of experience, and the proper tools required to unlock homes. Additionally, all of our mobile Firestone locksmiths are background-checked and drug tested for the security and safety of our customers. We understand how stressful a home lockout situation can be when keys are locked inside or when locks break, so we do our best to arrive as fast as possible and make the entire process as stress-free as possible.

All of our mobile locksmiths in Firestone who assist with house lockout services have years of experience unlocking home doors such as front doors, side doors, garage doors, back doors, patio doors, and more. Our Firestone home lockout services are agreeably and professionally priced to ensure our customers will be satisfied with the services and get back inside as soon as possible. When it comes to unlocking homes in Firestone, our technicians are trained to pick locks, jimmy open locks, and worst case scenario, drill open locks should it be required, although it is rare. If a lock needs to be drilled open, there is no additional cost, and it is rare that one of our professional locksmiths in Firestone is unable to pick open a home lock.

While there are many different reasons that someone may become locked out of their home in Firestone, the most common reason is usually due to leaving keys inside and shutting a door on the way out before realizing that the keys are still locked inside. Whatever the reason may be though, our technicians can swiftly and affordably get you back into your house, apartment, condo, mobile home, RV, or other residences.

Not only can we provide quick and inexpensive door-unlocking services in Firestone, but we also service a 45-mile radius around Longmont. This means we can always assist with home lockout services in Northern Colorado in locations such as Longmont, Boulder, Denver, Estes Park, Loveland, Greeley, Fort Collins, Johnstown, Frederick, Dacono, Erie, Mead, Niwot, Lafayette, Louisville, Westminster, Thornton, Lyons, Nederland, and many more.

Locksmith Services Longmont has been successfully helping residents in Firestone, CO with their home lockout services for years and we are proud of our low-cost prices and fast turnaround times. Since we are open 24 hours, day and night, we are always available and ready to assist with keys locked in a house in Firestone, Colorado. All of our mobile locksmiths in Firestone, Colorado are fully mobile, which means they can arrive swiftly with all the tools necessary to promptly unlock and open locked home doors when the need arises. Besides leaving the keys locked inside on accident, our technicians can also help with home keys lost, or when keys are left out of state or in other inconvenient locations that are too far to easily retrieve.

Not only can our professional home lockout service locksmiths unlock home doors when locked out, but our technicians are also fully versed and equipped to provide typical residential locksmith services. This means we can help with home lock rekeying, lock installations, lock replacements, lock repairs, and more. All of our residential locksmith services in Firestone are also agreeably priced and professionally handled, and come with a free guarantee of service. This is one of the main perks of hiring a professional locksmith service because if something goes wrong within the first 3 months, one of our technicians will be able to assist for free.

When it comes to residential locksmith services in Firestone CO, we provide quick and affordable lock rekeying, which is also referred to as lock changing or key changing. For fresh lock installations, our Firestone locksmiths have the necessary training, tools, and experience with cutting new holes in existing doors and installing new locks such as installing a new deadbolt on a door that doesn’t have the required holes. With lock-changing services in Firestone, our technicians can replace existing deadbolts, lever locks, and doorknobs with different ones. There are many different reasons someone may want to replace their locks, the most common reason is due to a lock no longer functioning properly or when a change in models or colors is necessary.

All of our mobile locksmiths in Firestone have 8+ years of experience working in the field and have industry-standard equipment that makes the job go by quickly. When it comes to unlocking homes during a lockout situation, they are highly adept at getting doors open without causing any damage. This means that they can pick open locked locks with lockpicking tools, as well as utilize specialized locksmithing tools to “jimmy” open locks such as doorknobs and door lever locks. In the worst-case scenario, if a technician has to drill a lock open, there is no damage to the door whatsoever, and they can easily replace the lock with a new one and potentially rekey it to match the existing locks if they’re all on the same key. This is a much more affordable solution than breaking and replacing a home window, as that can be a costly and time-consuming process.

Our technicians can work with all types of home locks such as mechanical locks, electronic locks, door lever locks, deadbolt locks, doorknob locks, and more. We can assist with all types of lock brands, such as but not limited to: Kwikset, Schlage, Emtek, Baldwin, Yale, Defiant, Reliabilt, Arrow, Cal-Royal, and many more. Don’t stay locked out of your home in Firestone, Colorado because the keys are locked inside or missing, instead, we recommend calling on the professional services of a trained lockout professional. Here at Locksmith Services Longmont, we offer quick and affordable home lockout services in Firestone, Colorado, and we can usually have someone arrive within 30 minutes or less on average, day or night, even on holidays and weekends. We never charge extra for after-hours, weekends, or holidays service calls. We understand that there is never a convenient time to become locked out of your home, and that’s why we do our best to make the situation as hassle-free as possible.

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Need A Locksmith Over The Holidays? We're Open 24 Hours!

Here at Locksmith Services Longmont, we pride ourselves on being lock and key experts. Our mobile locksmith team is fully committed to providing only the highest quality services for our many customers throughout Northern Colorado. We understand that times are tough for many, and we are trying our best to do our part. If you are suffering from economic hardship, ask us about our pandemic discounts. Additionally, our mobile locksmiths can always be counted on for fast and affordable locksmith services, even on the holidays. So if you’ve become locked out or need a professional locksmith for any reason over the holidays, we hope Locksmith Services Longmont is the first company to come to mind.

We can assist with a wide variety of different expert locksmith services in Northern Colorado. Our technicians are all highly skilled and happy to help with lockout services, lock rekeying services, lock installation services, lock replacement services, lock changing services, lock repairing, and more. There are certainly many different options that can be considered when it comes to handling various lock and key situations. Because our technicians are highly trained and expertly equipped, they can think on their feet and handle a plethora of different requirements for homeowners, businesses, and vehicle owners alike.

Locksmith Services Longmont is a fully mobile locksmith company, and all of our technicians are constantly on the move throughout Northern Colorado. Our technicians cover a wide area, and they help a vast array of different customers with varying problems. All of our technicians are capable of arriving for same day lockout services, and our locksmiths are also available for future appointments. We service a 45 mile radius from Longmont, Colorado, and that includes many different wonderful towns, cities, and communities.

Our service area includes places such as: Denver CO, Longmont CO, Boulder CO, Fort Collins CO, Estes Park CO, Loveland CO, Greeley CO, Fort Lupton CO, Erie CO, Firestone CO, Frederick CO, Arvada CO, Lafayette CO, Louisville CO, Westminster CO, Thornton CO, Berthoud CO, Platteville CO, Johnstown CO, Niwot CO, Gunbarrel CO, and much more. Visit our contact page to see our full service area map.

Instead of relying on an unskilled locksmith who could perform a substandard job, we always recommend hiring the best, and we believe that we provide some of the very best locksmith services in Longmont, Colorado, and throughout Northern Colorado. Our technicians are honest, highly skilled, insured, bonded, fully equipped, and ready to tackle your lock and key problems. We don’t support bait and switch pricing, meaning all of our pricing is always upfront and honest. A rough estimation for the cost of our services can be found on our websites pricing page. As mentioned earlier, we are trying to do our part to help our community, so if you are suffering from economic hardship due to COVID-19, tell one of our technicians that’s helping before he begins work and they will include a discount.

Snow, rain, or sunshine; our mobile locksmiths will be available to assist this December 2020 for those who need a professional mobile locksmith service over the holidays. Locksmith Services Longmont can always be counted on to deliver outstanding lock and key work that is backed by our guarantee of service. We can assist with things such as lockouts, lock rekeying, replacing old locks, changing locks entirely, upgrading old locks, installing locks onto existing doors, helping with electronic keypad locks, and much more. Call us anytime 24/7 if you’ve become locked out of your vehicle with the keys inside, or if you’ve accidentally become locked out of your home or business.

Here at Locksmith Services Longmont, we don’t charge extra for overnight calls, or afterhours surcharges, or even holiday pricing. All of our services are priced equally and fairly no matter the time of night or day, and regardless of if it’s a holiday or not. Call us anytime at (303) 900-0549 and one of our expert mobile locksmiths will be happy to assist. Keep reading to see more of the different types of services that we can provide for those seeking an expert mobile locksmith in Northern Colorado.

Mobile Locksmith Services in Northern Colorado — 2020 Holidays

Locksmith Services Longmont will be open with uninterrupted hours and continue to operate 24/7 for those who are seeking a mobile locksmith within 45 miles of Longmont, Colorado. Our technicians are currently wearing protective facial coverings for the safety and protection of our customers, and we will be operating at full capacity for anyone that becomes locked out of their home or vehicle. We will still have fast lockout response times of 30-minutes or less on average for those who are locked out and need to immediately regain entry.

Call us anytime if your keys are locked inside a car or truck, and an automobile locksmith is required to quickly open locked car doors without damage. Our vehicle opening services are priced competitively and our technicians don’t cause damage in the process of unlocking vehicles. Our lockout specialists are also highly capable and adept at opening locked home doors for homeowners who have become locked out of their house, apartment, condo, RV, mobile home, and more. Whatever the situation might be, our technicians can quickly arrive to open all different types of lock and key situations. Businesses such as gas stations, clinics, offices, strip malls, franchises, and more are utilizing our expert mobile locksmiths for their business lockout service requirements. We can assist with both interior lockouts for interior doors and exterior lockouts for exterior doors leading into the property.

In addition to opening locked vehicles, unlocking business locks, and opening locked homes, our mobile locksmiths can also help with regular lock and key services like lock rekeying, lock replacing, lock installing, lock changing, and more. We understand that just because it’s the holidays during a pandemic doesn’t mean that life stops, and we’re here to help with 24 hr locksmith services if they’re required. Call us anytime at (303) 900-0549 and one of our technicians will be able to assist with honest and upfront pricing, and work that is professionally done. Locksmith Services Longmont have been proudly helping customers for a long time, and it’s our pleasure to continue to do so. Don’t stay locked out if keys are stuck inside a car, business, or house, and instead consider the services of a professional locksmith company such as ourselves.

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Locked Out Of Your Home? Now What?

Locked out of your home and not sure what to do? Here are the 4 steps we recommend.

In this article, we are going to cover the 4 steps that can be taken when experiencing a home lockout situation. We highly recommend against breaking windows as repair bills can be costly and there are many more practical solutions to be considered. Many other solutions could be more cost-effective than a repair service.

1. Check all other entrances

The first and foremost step that one should consider when experiencing a lockout situation is to check all doors. While this article is about homes, it’s a good tip for automotive lockouts as well. If leaving out the front door and having it close behind you, resulting in a lockout situation, a good first step is to check all entry doors. Many times homeowners and renters who become locked out may find that other doors are unlocked and can be used for entry. Good doors to try include front doors, side doors, back doors, garage doors, and other doors. Windows on the ground floor could also be checked. If there are upstairs windows that are unlocked, it may be a good idea to try those if a ladder can safely be obtained. Additionally, many homeowners who become locked out can try other entryways also, like perhaps a doggie-door that can be squeezed through. If there’s an open dog door but the opening is too small to crawl through, consider if anyone that you know from the neighborhood nearby is small enough to assist.

Some doors are easier to get into than others, and that’s why it’s always important to do a walk-around when first becoming locked out. Often individuals will find that they can get back inside their home by going back in through a different route.

2. If possible, find a spare key

If you’re locked out and unable to get back inside your home, it might be a good idea to seek out a spare key that could get you back inside. If you’re a renter, it might be possible to visit a leasing office or call a property maintenance person. If you’ve hidden a key previously around your property in the expectation of becoming locked out, it might be the perfect time for that spare key to shine. If a key wasn’t previously hidden around the property for this very reason, other people might have a spare key. If no leasing office or property management company is affiliated with your property and no one can assist in that regard, possibly consider family and friends. Are there any family, friends, or significant others who have a working copy of the key? Perhaps they could assist, or they could make an extra copy and come to your rescue by letting you back inside. If a spare key can’t be located, we still recommend against breaking a window or kicking in a door as repair bills can be expensive. When a door is kicked in, the framing will splinter and crack, which could be a hefty fine from the homeowner or a large repair bill in-and-of-itself. Instead of breaking a window or kicking down a door, try to find a spare key, and if that can’t be accomplished, then maybe step 3 may be more helpful.

3. Try to get in yourself

With certain doors that aren’t framed tightly, it may be possible to jimmy open the lock yourself. This occasionally works with a few handles and knobs, however, too much pressure or force could cause damage to the lock. Many people will try the credit card trick, but this rarely works except on a select few doors that aren’t properly secured. Additionally, many people also find that after trying to open a doorknob lock using their credit card, they will still be locked out, and their credit card will be ruined. Credit cards are not meant to be used to open doors, and rubbing the card's magnetic strip on the metal latch could cause it to not swipe properly, alternatively, carded chips might become damaged in the process as well. Locksmiths have more luck jimmying open doorknob locks because they use specialized equipment that is meant for opening doors. That being said, it is sometimes possible for individuals to regain entry themselves when locked out. Another thing that homeowners who are locked out can be on the look for is improperly installed doorknobs. It’s uncommon, but some entry doors on homes will have doorknobs that are installed backwards, meaning that the screws are facing the outside instead of the inside. If this is the case, it might be possible to unscrew the doorknob and unlock the door by interacting with the latch. Taking off a doorknob should be simple with the correct tools, if it’s not, perhaps the situation is more complex and a professional needs to be called in to help you back into your home.

4. Call a locksmith

If all other options have been exhausted, it might be time to call for a professional. A locksmith is a skilled tradesman, or woman, who is highly skilled in regards to dealing with lock and key situations. If you’re locked out of your home and need to get back inside, and there are no other alternatives, a locksmith company is who should be called on. Locksmith companies are highly proficient and skilled at opening locked homes for those who are locked out, and it’s actually a lot of what locksmiths do. Mobile locksmiths are technicians who travel around their local area and assist those who need it at the customer's location, and this includes lockout services as well as lock replacements, installations, rekeys, and more.

It’s not uncommon for individuals to find themselves locked out of their home with their personal belongings like car keys and personal phones inside and out of reach. If this is the case, it might be an option to visit a neighbors home so they can call a locksmith service for you. As an alternative, many libraries offer access to computers with web access that can be used for researching local locksmith companies. One of the most important things to remember when it comes to being locked out, is that as long as pets have food and water, and your schedule is open, there’s no immediate rush to get back inside. This is a huge relief for some to hear and consider because being locked out can be very stressful, and calling a local locksmith to help is a great option for many.

A locksmith service is in a prime position to help those who are locked out because locksmiths spend quite a lot of time unlocking homes, businesses, vehicles, and more for customers who are locked out due to missing keys, or because keys are locked inside. Locksmiths can help with opening properties like commercial spaces, residential homes, and automobiles, all without damage. If you’re locked out of your home because of keys being locked inside or because they’re missing, who better to call than someone that specializes in locks and keys? Locksmiths usually provide emergency services too, which means that most people will be able to get assistance no matter the time of night or day. It’s not uncommon for individuals to become accidentally locked out late at night or early in the morning and need a locksmith service to have someone at their location to let them back inside.

Locksmith companies are ideal for those who need a fast and practical solution for their lockout situation. A good locksmith will only charge between $75-$130 for a house lockout service, depending on the type of locks and the tools required to open them. There are of course also circumstances and situations where it can be done for less. Some homeowners can get assistance through their insurance or AAA membership, however, people will opt for a locksmith service instead of waiting the sometimes 4+ hours it may take for help. If you require a locksmith to let you back into your home, ask about what kinds of discounts they can offer. Here at Locksmith Services Longmont, a mobile locksmith company in Northern Colorado, we offer a senior citizens discount, as well as a discount for those suffering from economic hardships due to COVID-19.

It’s important to note that if a toddler or dog is locked inside a hot vehicle in emergency heat conditions, the local fire or police department may be able to help, however, it will depend on your location, the temperature, and your local departments operating procedures. Most local locksmiths have a 20-minute or less emergency response time.

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How to avoid getting locked out in the future

Once you’re back inside or waiting on a locksmith to arrive, it might be time to find out some of the different ways to avoid becoming locked out in the future. Here are a few additional steps that can be taken to future-proof becoming locked out again.

1. Leave a spare key with a trusted friend or family member.

As we mentioned before, one of the easiest things to do is to leave a spare key copy with a trusted family member or friend. That way, if you ever become locked out again in the future, you can visit their location to retrieve the spare key. It’s always a good idea to future proof a lockout situation, so if you choose to leave a spare key with a friend, it may be a good idea to assume any personal phone might be locked inside and out of reach.

One option for future proofing might be to leave an emergency contact box somewhere completely safe where no one will ever find it with relevant social contacts and business cards. That way if you’re locked out without your phone, you can still have access to your personal information and important numbers of who to call. This is the best option for those who are extremely concerned about their homes security.

2. Hide a spare key somewhere on the property so it can be used if you’re ever locked out again.

Another option, if you’re less concerned about a key being outside, might be to instead leave a spare key hidden outside in case of emergencies. Instead of leaving an emergency contact box hidden, you could keep a hidden lockbox containing a spare key, or even just a hidden box with your key. It is important to note though that anyone that finds this will now have a working house key, and most people won’t check their key’s hiding place daily to ensure their key is still there. Some home intruders and burglars will enter through the front door after finding a hidden key somewhere on the property. This is why we typically recommend hiding an emergency contact box that only contains phone numbers, in case it’s found by a criminal, there’s not much that can be done with it or much reason for them to spend their energy on phone numbers alone. If you are going to hide a spare key somewhere on your property to avoid becoming locked out again, we recommend making sure it’s hidden in a very good spot.

3. Consider using a keypad lock

The last method we recommend when it comes to avoiding future lockout situations is to consider the installation of a keypad lock. Keypad locks are types of electronic locks that don’t require keys to function, they work by using a keypad with buttons or a touch screen for operation. There are many different keypad locks on the market today that can be useful for avoiding a future lockout situation, but we recommend Schlage keypad locks or Kwikset keypad locks to most of our customers because of the wide availability at most major hardware stores.

We’d love to hear your thoughts on how you avoid getting locked out, especially if there’s anything we missed. Let us know in the comments below!

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About Us: Locksmith Services Longmont provides 24-hour mobile locksmith services in Northern Colorado. All of our mobile locksmiths have years of experience, the correct tools, advanced training, and they’re all insured, drug tested, and background checked for the safety and security of our customers. We are a local Longmont locksmith company and we assist our customers with many different solutions to their problems, like lockout services, lock installation services, lock replacement services, lock repair services, lock changing services, key changing services, rekeying services, and much more. See all the locations we provide locksmith services to in Northern Colorado on our website at Locksmith Services Longmont. We provide overnight home lockout services, as well as regular 24-hour lockout services for those who are locked out of their house and unable to get back inside. Our mobile locksmiths provide coverage to areas like Denver, Longmont, Greeley, Loveland, Boulder, Thornton, Johnstown, Firestone, Broomfield, Estes Park, Lafayette, Erie, and more.

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24-Hour Locksmiths in Johnstown, Colorado

24-Hour Johnstown Colorado Locksmiths — (303) 900-0549

 

Are you currently locked out in Johnstown, Colorado, or seeking the services of an experienced locksmith technician for other solutions? If so, we believe we can help! All of our mobile locksmiths that provide coverage for the Johnstown CO area have years of prior experience as a locksmith technician, and they’re professionally equipped with whatever tools are required for the job at hand. Our mobile Johnstown Colorado locksmiths can provide locksmith services such as lockouts, lock rekeying, lock changing, lock replacements, lock removals, lock repairs, lock installations, and many more different lock and key solutions.

There are many different reasons that we believe Johnstown locals continue to use our company as their local locksmith provider, but we believe it’s because we offer fast services at low prices. While there are many different ways that our mobile locksmiths in Johnstown, Colorado can assist, here are just some of the different services they can perform:

• Lockouts

  • Car Lockouts, House Lockouts, Business Lockouts, Storage Unit Lockouts, Padlock Removals, Interior Door Lockouts, Office Door Lockouts, Bathroom Door Lockouts, Pantry Lockouts, Filing Cabinet Lockouts, Toolbox Lockouts, Storage Shed Lockouts, Barn Lockouts, Display Case Lockouts, Automotive Lockouts, Residential Lockouts, Commercial Lockouts, Private Mailbox Lockouts, and more.

• Rekeying

  • Home Lock Rekeying, Business Lock Rekeying, Deadbolt Lock Rekeying, Doorknob Lock Rekeying, Door Lever Lock Rekeying, Key Changing Services, Replace Lost Home Keys, Change Keys Service, Rekey Kwikset Locks, Schlage Lock Rekeying, Baldwin Lock Rekeying, Emtek Lock Rekeying, and more.

• Lock Installations

  • Installing New Locks, Fresh Lock Installations, Add New Locks To Existing Doors, Install Deadbolt Locks, Add Deadbolt Locks To Door, and more.

• Lock Changing

  • Lock Changing Services, Replace Old Locks, Upgrading Locks, Installing Electronic Locks, Smart Lock Changing Services, Upgrade To Electric Locks, Change Locks Johnstown, Colorado, Replace Lock Service, Replace Broken Locks, New Lock Service, and more.

• Lock Repairs

  • Lock Repairs, Latch Repairing, Door Lock Repairs, Deadbolt Repairs, Doorknob Repairs, Knob Replacements, Latch Replacements, Door Jam Fixing, Fixing Broken Locks, Replacing Broken Lock Parts, Performing Lockout Services For Broken Locks, Latch Fixes, Lock Fixing Services, and more.

24-Hour Johnston, Colorado Locksmith Services — (303) 900-0549

Locksmith Services Longmont can perform a wide range of different locksmith services in Johnstown, Colorado, and the many surrounding areas. Our mobile locksmiths who work throughout Northern Colorado all have years of prior experience and the correct tools to handle whatever job they’re working on. All of our mobile locksmiths in Johnstown, Colorado have years of prior experience working as a locksmith professional, and they can perform a wide range of different lock and key services for those who are in need. We can assist homeowners, businesses, and individuals who are in need of fast, affordable, and expert locksmith solutions in Johnstown, Colorado, or in any of the surrounding locales in the vicinity.

We can have our mobile locksmiths who are always on the move, typically arrive on-site in Johnstown, Colorado in 30-minutes or less from the time one of our dispatchers receives a call. Not to mention that all of our locksmith services are priced extremely competitively and are inexpensive when compared to what some other companies may charge. If you’re looking for a locksmith in Johnstown, Colorado, consider calling on the expert locksmith team from Locksmith Services Longmont. Even though we may be Longmont locksmiths, we still pride ourselves in being able to arrive in Johnstown CO swiftly before performing high-quality locksmithing services.

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24-Hour Mobile Locksmiths In Johnstown, Colorado — (303) 900-0549

While there might be multiple different locksmith services to choose from when selecting a locksmith in Johnstown, Colorado, we like to think that our services are a cut above the rest. We always aim to leave our customers with high-quality locksmith services, and that’s why we have so many 5-star reviews. Our mobile locksmiths in Johnstown, Colorado are local to the community, and we hope that you’ll pick us as your local locksmith provider because of our quick arrival times and our professional locksmith technicians. All of our mobile locksmiths who provide coverage for Johnstown, Colorado are background checked, drug tested, and highly trained for the safety and security of our customers throughout Northern Colorado.

Locksmith Services Longmont can provide many different locksmith solutions in Johnstown, and our mobile technicians can assist with locksmith services such as lockouts, lock replacements, lock repairs, lock installations, lock removals, lock upgrading services, and lots more. So if you’re a business owner, homeowner, renter, or vehicle driver and you’ve become locked out with the keys inside, consider calling us. We aim to provide the fastest locksmith response times in the area of Johnstown, Colorado, and we can usually have a technician arrive at our customer's location in 30-minutes or less from the time we receive a call for help. In addition to lockout services in Johnstown, Colorado, our mobile lock and key professionals can also rekey existing locks to work with different keys, install new locks entirely, replace old locks that are no longer functioning correctly, and perform many other locksmithing solutions that one might require. Consider calling on our mobile locksmiths in Johnstown, Colorado at (303) 900-0549 or book online.

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Top 10 Ways To Avoid Getting Locked Out

Getting locked out of your home, vehicle, or business is certainly frustrating and often occurs during very inconvenient times. In this article we are going to go over our Top 10 Ways To Avoid Getting Locked Out.

1. Lock From Outside — Probably the best piece of advice that one could give when it comes to avoiding getting locked out would be to always ensure that one is locking a door from the outside. This goes for vehicles as well as homes. Instead of locking a doorknob and closing it behind you, or locking your car door before shutting it, consider using keys to lock the door behind you. This will ensure that you don’t become locked out as you will be unable to lock the door without keys, which is a great reminder that the keys are still inside. Choosing to lock doors manually after exiting is a great tactic when it comes to not getting locked out in the first place. We also recommend that homeowners check that their doorknob locks are unlocked before closing a door behind them, this ensures that in the event that keys aren’t where they’re supposed to be, one can simply go back inside and retrieve them.

2. Hide A Spare Key — Many homeowners and vehicle owners who wish to not become locked out are finding that hiding a spare key is a great backup plan. The only downside to hiding a spare key is that someone else could also potentially find it. If a home intruder or vehicle thief finds a working key, it will eliminate the security measures that the locks provide, as the intruder or thief will simply be able to use the key they find. This is definitely a “double-edged” tip if you will, on one hand leaving a spare key will be ideal for property owners who require it when they’re locked out, but on the other, it can mitigate any security that locks may provide as intruders could find the key and use it themselves to gain entry. When hiding spare keys we recommend to not hide them in close proximity to the front door, especially not under rugs or doormats unless for short periods of time only. It isn’t unheard of for home intruders to check under mats, in potted plants, and around hanging lights in the vicinity of the front door when they’re looking for spare keys to use to gain entry. To achieve the highest level of security possible, hide a spare key in a lock box, and bury the lock box somewhere it can be remembered easily but not found.

We recommend against leaving a spare house key inside a personal vehicle. A thief or criminal could randomly break into your vehicle in a crowded parking lot in a smash-and-grab burglary, only to search the glove box and see a home key and a home address on insurance papers. This could lead them to your home, where they could walk right in using the key and take whatever they wanted. Additionally, if your car is parked in a driveway or a street, the criminal could take the key for another day as they already know the home that it works on. Our customers often require rekeying services after a vehicle break-in when they notice that their spare house key has gone missing, forcing them to spend additional money to rekey their home locks to different keys in order to lock-out the criminals.

A good rule of thumb is to always layer security. For example, one could bury a key outside that only unlocks a garage door leading into the garage, and hidden in the garage is a separate key that operates the garage door leading into the house.

For vehicles with programmed ignitions requiring chipped, or transponder keys to run, a good location for a spare key is duct taped behind the back license plate. Many individuals are using a bare metal key that will only unlock the doors, but a key that isn’t programmed, so it will not start the car. This is ideal for individuals who get locked out with the keys inside and need to regain entry quickly. With a screwdriver, they could unscrew their license plate for the emergency spare, and use that to retrieve the fully functional key. This method is preferred by many over magnet boxes that are hidden near the wheels or under the vehicle itself. Many times individuals will become locked out of their vehicle and in need of a professional lockout service because their spare magnet key box fell off or is missing. Our locksmiths have heard this story many different times.

3. Check for keys before leaving — While this tip might relate to the first one, it’s extremely important to always check for keys before closing a door behind you. In the event that a doorknob or a car door is locked when it shuts, it’s important to be sure that working keys are on-hand in case entry is needed again. Consider keeping important items together so they can be easily managed, for example, hang a key rack by the front door and always check it when entering and before exiting. Alternatively, always keep wallets, phones, and keys stored together inside the house so keys are less likely to be forgotten. Many times people will become locked out because they’re focused or thinking about something else, and absent minded when it comes to thinking about their keys. We always recommend that homeowners and automobile drivers lock their vehicles and homes from outside, and to always check that they have their keys before stepping out the door. These two tips work hand-in-hand, following them properly will ensure that individuals never run into lockout situations unless in the case of faulty locks or extenuating circumstances.

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4. Replace Malfunctioning Locks — In order to achieve the highest level of reliability when it comes to avoiding getting locked out, it’s always important to take proper care of existing locks. This could mean using Lock Lube to keep the internals functioning smoothly, or even replacing a lock entirely if it’s no longer functioning as it should. Many homeowners, business owners, and vehicle owners see the perks that working locks provide over malfunctioning ones. Hiring a professional locksmith service is a great way to ensure that malfunctioning locks are replaced properly and expertly by skilled lock and key technicians. When it comes to replacing malfunctioning locks, many locksmiths will offer guarantees of work that individuals don’t receive when they purchase and install locks themselves from hardware stores. It’s not uncommon for homeowners to become locked out after they’ve improperly installed a deadbolt or doorknob lock. When it comes to vehicles, we always recommend that individuals seek a key duplication service when their car keys start to become worn down over years of use.

5. Smart Locks & Electronic Locks — A good way to avoid getting locked out is to just ditch the keys altogether. For vehicles, purchasing a car with a keypad might be a good way to go. For homes, there are many different smart locks and electronic locking products that can sync with mobile phones in order to eliminate the need for keys entirely. Certain locks, like the August locks, will unlock when in the presence of an authorized app user. Using a smart locking system, homeowners can ensure that they no longer become locked out due to keys being locked inside or lost completely. If keys are lost, with electronic keypad deadbolts, a homeowner could simply put in the correct operational code to unlock their home door. It is important to note that some electronic deadbolt locks require frequent battery changes, and failure to do so in a timely fashion could possibly result in a lockout situation.

6. Leave A Spare Key With Friends or Family — Leaving a spare key with a trusted friend or family member is also a great way to avoid becoming locked out. When experiencing a lockout situation, one could simply go to their neighbors, or call a family member or friend for assistance. It’s important that when it comes to leaving spare keys with friends or family that they’re trusted individuals. It’s possible to leave a spare house key and/or a spare car key with friends or family in case they become needed due to being locked out. We recommend picking someone within a 5-mile radius if possible. If choosing someone out-of-state, it may take a while for the spare keys to arrive in the mail, which could result in costly hotel bills. It’s generally best to leave a spare key with a local family member or friend that can arrive quickly, or someone that you can quickly take a taxi to. If you’re locked out of your apartment complex, it’s often wise to ask the leasing office if they have a working copy of the key, or if the maintenance workers could unlock the door for you.

7. Change Your Locks — There are currently locks on the market that automatically lock, and doorknobs and lever locks that are very easy to mistakenly lock when closing the door behind. A good way to avoid a lockout situation is to stick with highly reputable and trusted lock brands like Kwikset, Schlage, Baldwin, Emtek, Yale, or Weiser. If a lock is starting to malfunction or act in a manner in which it shouldn’t, it may be time to consider replacing the lock with new ones that work perfectly. It’s not unheard of for businesses and homeowners to become locked out due to not replacing their faulty locks before they break completely. It’s estimated that the average American residential lock will last for roughly 7 years with moderate use. We always recommend that homeowners and businesses repair or replace their faulty locks as soon as issues arise, this can mitigate the need for a locksmith service further into the future. Read our article Rekeying Locks VS Replacing Locks to learn more about the differences between the two.

8. Leave An Upstairs Window Unlocked — A good tactic to avoid becoming locked out is to leave a single upstairs window unlocked, in regards to multistory homes. Most burglars don’t bring their own ladder, so upstairs windows that are left closed but unlocked could be good alternative entry sources for those who find themselves locked out of their house. If there’s access to a vehicle, buying a cheap and refundable ladder from the hardware store might be a good way to regain entry, as opposed to breaking a window or calling on a professional mobile locksmith service to come to your location.

Consider reading some of our other articles about home security. Top 10 Ways To Secure Your Home Windows, Top 10 Tips For Staying Safe At Home, and Top 11 Tips For Backyard Security.

9. Prepare For Power Outages — It’s not uncommon for individuals to become locked out in the event of power outages. A great example of this might be someone who is leaving to go to the grocery store only to find that when they arrive back home, their garage door won’t open. In case power outages occur, it’s important to always have a backup method of entry, this could include house keys to go in through the front door or a side door. Often times individuals will require locksmith services because their garage door opener, or garage clicker, no longer works when power is out. While individuals could wait for the power to come back on, there’s never a guaranteed time, and often times individuals are in a rush, on a schedule, or for this particular example, not wanting their groceries to melt. To avoid becoming locked out of a garage, prepare for power outage situations and always carry a house key that can be used to get back inside.

10. Program Landlords Phone Number & Locksmiths — The last tip that we can recommend to those who are serious about not becoming locked out, is to always have numbers pre-programmed into a mobile phone. Good numbers to have saved include a landlord, property manager, leasing office, or a local locksmith service. Sometimes information will be written down inside the home, but it will be useless to the individual who’s locked out. Consider preparing for the worst case scenario, in advance, and pre-program important numbers into a mobile phone that will be accessible at all times.

Summary

There are many different steps that can be taken to avoid becoming locked out in the first place, and hopefully this article provided useful information. The first and foremost tip that we provide to our customers when they ask us how they can avoid becoming locked out again is that they always use their keys. If you use your keys to lock the door behind you, then you won’t become locked out, you would simply be unable to lock the door. This is the most important tip for vehicles and homes, if you frequently become locked out with the keys locked inside, consider hanging onto the keys at all times and only using them to unlock and lock doors. In addition to always being aware of where the keys are, we always recommend that homeowners and businesses change their lock hardware if it starts to malfunction, and consider keeping a spare key with a trusted individual who resides in the same city or town. Having a spare key in another state is no use to the individual who’s locked out as they’ll likely hire a locksmith as opposed to waiting the days it could potentially take for the spare key to arrive in the mail.

If you have any other tips, tricks, or suggestions on how you avoid becoming locked out of your home, vehicle, business or anything else, please let us know below in the comments section— we would love to hear from you!

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