House Lockout in Chesterbrook, PA

You head out with your house keys still inside, then find yourself locked out.

If you live in Chesterbrook, there are a few things you can check before asking us to open the door. Look for another exterior door that is already unlocked, or a ground level window you can reach safely without climbing or forcing it. You might also have a spare key with a family member, neighbor or landlord. If a window is difficult to reach or enter, leave it alone rather than risk a fall or injury.

When those options are unavailable, we open the locked door so you can get back into your house. A key left on a table indoors is different from one you cannot find, because a missing key could be picked up by someone else. Either situation can leave you unable to enter through your usual door. We provide house lockout service in Chesterbrook for homeowners and renters, whether the keys are inside or their whereabouts are unknown.

If your keys are inside and you are locked out, we start by looking at the door you use and the condition of its lock.

We also consider another accessible entry if you want us to use it instead. Before starting, we explain what we see, which entry we recommend and whether there is a risk of damage. If you have a choice between doors, we explain what each choice means for your home so you can decide where you want us to work.

Once you choose an entry, we open the door for you so you can retrieve your keys. With you there, we check that the door closes properly and that your key locks and unlocks it. If the key is hard to turn or the door does not close as it should, we point out what we found rather than treating the lockout as the only concern. You can decide whether you want further work after we explain what the problem appears to be and what the options are.

If a key broke in the door, check whether a piece is still in the lock.

Do not push at the fragment or force another key into the opening. If a piece remains, or a key sticks or takes unusual pressure to turn, stop using it and call us. Forcing it could leave you unable to secure the door. A replacement key that binds is also worth checking rather than forcing.

Keep a spare key with a trusted neighbor or family member instead of hiding it outside. If your lost keys could lead someone to your home, rekeying is an option: we change the lock so the old keys no longer work, and you use a new set. You will need to replace any spares that worked with the old key.