If the key breaks in the lock or ignition, your first reaction may be panic. However, several methods for removing the broken key include calling a local locksmith Tampa. We will outline several ways to remove a broken key from your lock!
Examine the lock
The
first step is to determine the location of the broken key. Depending on the
location, you may be able to extract the key without the need for outside
assistance. Check if the key is broken in the middle of the key head.
If the key broke in the middle, you might still be able
to activate the lock and remove what's left of the key. If the key is broken on
the head, a locksmith may be required to remove the key safely. Try moving the
key to seeing if it can be pulled out.
Spray oil into the keyhole
If you
want to remove the key yourself, you may need some spray oil. Penetrating oil
allows you to loosen the frets. You can find this penetrating oil at almost any
home improvement store or online.
Spray penetrating oil into the keyhole where the key is
broken. This will likely help loosen the key and likely let it slip. This oil
also helps if you have a blockage that has been difficult to use.
Using the tools
You can
use several tools that you can commonly find in toolboxes to remove a broken
key. First, try grabbing the key jammed inside the keyhole with a pair of
needle-nose pliers. It is more likely to work if the key breaks in the head.
You can also try using a screwdriver. First, insert a
screwdriver into the lock and return it to its default position. This will help
you open the door if the key breaks, but it may not help you get it out.
Call a qualified
technician now
If
you've tried removing the key yourself and are still having trouble, it might
be time to call a locksmith. Locksmiths have a range of tools and years of
experience that most laypeople simply don't have. A locksmith can get the key
out of the keyhole in no time.
When you try to remove the key from the lock, you risk
damaging it. Not only will you require a new key, but you will also require
lock repair! Call a locksmith in Tampa
if you're concerned about further damaging the lock.
We can help Emergency
Locksmith Intervention
If you
need a locksmith in the Tampa area to help you with a broken key, we can help.
Our technicians at All in One Locksmith in
the Tampa Bay area work hard for our customers! We will fix your lock and
replace your keys in no time. Please call us for all locksmith needs.
